Top 15 Basketball Rookie Cards of the 1980s
By Ryan Cracknell Aug 30, 2012
We count down basketball’s 15 best rookie cards from the 1980s. Includes analysis, images and links to purchase.
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Basketball Card and Memorabilia News, Articles, and Resources, as well as NBA News and Analysis.
Rookies Rule the 2012-13 NBA Hoops Hot List
By Ryan Cracknell Aug 28, 2012
We track the top 20 2012-13 NBA Hoops early eBay sales. Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis autographs account for the top 19 sales.
Top 10 LeBron James Rookie Cards
By Trey Treutel Aug 23, 2012
With so many LeBron James rookie cards to choose from, which ones are the best? We count down the 10 best rookies of the polarizing superstar.
Law of Cards: How to Stop a Durantula
By Paul Lesko Aug 21, 2012
It appears as thought a trademark lawsuit has led to Panini changing plans for a Kevin Durant “Durantula” short print in 2012-13 NBA Hoops. Paul Lesko has the details.
Midas Touch: Top Selling 2011-12 Panini Gold Standard Basketball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell Aug 02, 2012
It’s patches, not ink, that headline the initial sales of 2011-12 Panini Gold Standard Basketball. Bullion Brand logo patches are particularly hot as we tally the set’s top 10 early eBay sales.
Basketball’s Best and Wildest Insert Sets of the 1990s
By Ryan Cracknell Jul 30, 2012
Take a trip back to the 1990s when case hits were wild. They also often didn’t rely on autographs or game-used memorabilia. We look at 12 of the era’s best insert sets that still command huge amounts today.
The Top 23 Michael Jordan Cards Ever Made
By Ryan Cracknell Jul 23, 2012
There is no shortage of Michael Jordan cards worth oogling over and admiring. One could spend days pouring through them. Save some time and cut right to the good stuff. Here are 23 of our favorite Michael Jordan cards including limited inserts, autographs and memorabilia cards.
Yuuup! Dave Hester and Bradley Beal Among Leaf’s Guests at the 2012 National
By Ryan Cracknell Jul 18, 2012
Leaf is bringing Bradley Beal, Nnemkadi Ogwumike and Dave Hester to the 2012 National Sports Collectors Convention. Get full details including an autograph price list and appearance times.
Empire Strikes Back: LeBron James Cards and the NBA Championship
By Ryan Cracknell Jun 22, 2012
LeBron James may be one of the most unpopular athletes on the planet, but his dominant showing in the NBA Finals bodes well for the future of his cards and memorabilia.
Law of Cards: Kevin Durant, Panini and Nike Sued Over “Durantula” Trademark
By Paul Lesko Jun 21, 2012
Kevin Durant, Panini and Nike find themselves in a legal battle with an 80s rocker over the nickname “Durantula.” Paul Lesko has the details and analysis.
Dallas Mavericks Team with Panini for Memorabilia Deal
By Ryan Cracknell May 03, 2012
Panini and the Dallas Mavericks have teamed up for a multi-year memorabilia and marketing agreement, which includes autographs and game-used jersey.
What Are the Most Popular NBA Jerseys?
By Ryan Cracknell Apr 27, 2012
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.
Richard McWilliam No-Shows for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Settlement Conference
By Ryan Cracknell Apr 03, 2012
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.
Kobe Bryant Gets His Own 2012-13 Panini Basketball Card Set
By Ryan Cracknell Mar 30, 2012
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.
What Are the Most Valuable 2011-12 Panini Preferred Basketball Cards?
By Ryan Cracknell Mar 26, 2012
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.
Law of Cards: Leaf Files Claim for Attorneys’ Fees Against Panini
By Paul Lesko Mar 01, 2012
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.
Auction for the $21,580 Jeremy Lin Card Falls Through
By Jeremy Porter Feb 29, 2012
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.
A Whole New Level of Linsanity
By Jeremy Porter Feb 24, 2012
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.
