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Dallas Mavericks Team with Panini for Memorabilia Deal

Ryan Cracknell — Thu, 03 May 2012 17:47:20 +0000

Panini and the Dallas Mavericks have teamed up for a multi-year memorabilia and marketing agreement, which includes autographs and game-used jersey.

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What Are the Most Popular NBA Jerseys?

Ryan Cracknell — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:01:07 +0000

The list of most popular NBA jerseys has been announced and Derrick Rose is on top. Get a complete list & buying guide for the top-selling NBA jerseys, as well as the most popular players since 2001.

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Richard McWilliam No-Shows for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Settlement Conference

Ryan Cracknell — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:07:58 +0000

Upper Deck CEO Richard McWilliam allegedly no-showed for a settlement conference last week for the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar case. Apparently Adbul-Jabbar's attorney was not happy. Get the details and the official start date for the trial.

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Kobe Bryant Gets His Own 2012-13 Panini Basketball Card Set

Ryan Cracknell — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:53:52 +0000

Kobe Bryant will be honored with his own basketball card set in 2012-13. Panini plans to launch a program that includes bonus packs in every box of their 2012-13 basketball products.

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What Are the Most Valuable 2011-12 Panini Preferred Basketball Cards?

Ryan Cracknell — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:28:51 +0000

High-end basketball is showing no ill effects of the NBA's earlier labor dispute. In the first week of sales, seven 2011-12 Panini Preferred Basketball cards sold for more than $1,000. We look at the set's top 10 completed eBay sales during its opening week on the market.

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Michael Jordan Basketball Cards: Rookie Cards Checklist and Buying Guide

Rob Bertrand — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:32:00 +0000

Guide to collecting Michael Jordan's basketball cards. Includes a rookie card checklist, card gallery, and more.

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Law of Cards: Leaf Files Claim for Attorneys’ Fees Against Panini

Paul Lesko — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:04:23 +0000

In its counterclaim against Panini over Kevin Durant stickers, Leaf filed to have its attorneys' fees paid. Paul Lesko provides full details on the case and analysis over where he sees it heading. Also includes a copy of the full court filing.

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Auction for the $21,580 Jeremy Lin Card Falls Through

Jeremy Porter — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 23:50:03 +0000

The $21,580 Jeremy Lin card looks like it's heading back to the auction block. After setting records last week, the seller of the 2010-11 National Treasures Autographed Patch card hasn't heard from the winning bidder. We've got the full details.

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A Whole New Level of Linsanity

Jeremy Porter — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 22:46:21 +0000

Linsanity reached new heights when a 2010-11 National Treasures Autographed Patch Jeremy Lin card sold for more than $21,500. Find out why this is a good for the hobby as a whole.

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Panini Sues Leaf Over Autographed Kevin Durant Upper Deck Holograms

Paul Lesko — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:19:13 +0000

Panini is suing Leaf and their president, Brian Gray over Kevin Durant autographs. Panini is trying to stop Leaf from using Durant signatures in upcoming products.

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Upper Deck Evolution Video Cards Return with Michael Jordan and More

Ryan Cracknell — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:47:01 +0000

Upper Deck Evolution video cards are back. A surprise inclusion in 2011 Upper Deck World of Sports, the three new cards feature Michael Jordan, Chris Paul and Alonzo Mourning.

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Death, Taxes and Jeremy Lin?

Brad Campbell — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:47:35 +0000

In This Cardboard Life, Brad Campbell reflects on the hype surrounding Jeremy Lin, his place in history and whether the price is worth it in the end.

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Jeremy Lin Jersey from Win Against Lakers Up for Bid

Ryan Cracknell — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:53:36 +0000

The jersey worn by Jeremy Lin in his big coming-out game against the Lakers on February 10 has hit the auction block. Also part of the auction is a meet-and-greet with Lin and four tickets to the February 22 Knicks game.

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A Week of Lin-Sanity: Top 10 Jeremy Lin Card Sales

Ryan Cracknell — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:41:15 +0000

With Jeremy Lin mania reaching an all-time high, we crunch the numbers of completed deals. See the top 10 Jeremy Lin card sales and compare them with what they were going for just a couple weeks ago.

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2010-11 Panini Totally Certified Green Parallels Red-Hot

Ryan Cracknell — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:53:34 +0000

Some of the hottest basketball cards on the market have nothing to do with Michael Jordan. 2010-11 Panini Totally Certified Green parallels are going for huge sums in recent weeks. We look at the top sales as well as the affect they've had on box prices.

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Air Jordan 11 Retro Concord Takes Flight

Trey Treutel — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:08:23 +0000

The Air Jordan 11 Retro Concord has been an immediate hit among shoe collectors. We look at the impact the shoes have had on the secondary market as they've often been selling for more than double the retail price immediately upon release.

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Panini Announces 2011-12 Basketball Card Roster

Ryan Cracknell — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:59:52 +0000

With the NBA season finally set to start, Panini has announced their overhauled lineup of 2011-12 basketball cards, with just two brands returning from last year.

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Undervalued Set: 1994 Signature Rookies Gold Standard Hall of Fame Autographs

Jeff Arends — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:36:35 +0000

Want certified on-card autographs from Hall of Famers for $10 or less? Look no further than 1994 Signature Rookies Gold Standard Hall of Fame.

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Julius Erving Memorabilia and Muhammad Ali Trunks Headline Auction

Trey Treutel — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:23:29 +0000

Several Julius Erving rings, trophies and game-used jerseys are headed to the auction block, along with a pair of fight-worn Muhammad Ali trunks.

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Cheap Basketball Tickets for NBA-Starved Navy Fans

Trey Treutel — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:07:41 +0000

Starved for live basketball? Fans who show a little love for the NBA can get discounted tickets for Navy basketball games.

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