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Even without a Hall of Fame-level star within their ranks, the San Antonio Spurs have played their hearts out all season long. Of course, Dejounte Murray’s All-Star leap is the most obvious takeaway here. While that’s a given, Keldon Johnson and Devin Vassell’s development has also played a crucial role in keeping the Alamo alive […]

Drake’s recent $200,000 Flawless binge hunt for the elusive Triple Logoman has placed the spotlight on this wicked card. While his search has resulted differently, another Logoman has surfaced in another part of the world, China to be exact, and with the Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum on it. With the hobby’s attention being focused more […]

It wasn’t long ago when Shohei Ohtani was the hottest name in the MLB card market and the Atlanta Braves won the 2021 World Series. But during the offseason, things were a little quiet in this part of the hobby. The thing is, the new season is just around the corner and the hype for […]

The Detroit Pistons aren’t exactly the hottest team in the NBA right now, nor are they the preference of card collectors in the market. After languishing in the middle for so long, Motor City has decided to break it all down by trading Blake Griffin and other key pieces a couple of years ago to […]

Without a doubt, LaMelo Ball has lived up to expectations during his second season in the NBA. After winning the Rookie of the Year award, the sophomore has taken the All-Star leap after being named as a reserve for Team Durant. At the same time, the Charlotte Hornets’ star is improving all facets of his […]

LeBron James’ current season with the Los Angeles Lakers isn’t the one fans and card collectors were expecting. But even with the hopes of a fifth championship ring this year slowly fading away, it can’t be denied that the King is still a force to be reckoned with, both on the court and in the […]

Just last week, Drake came out with guns blazing by sharing an insane stack of Panini Flawless metal cases that’s worth around $200,000. The purpose of this wicked purchase is to land one of the five Triple Logoman cards found in this set, with the LeBron James pull being the rapper’s preferred pull. Well, after […]

The NBA regular season is inching closer to its end. With this, the playoffs will begin and a more intense atmosphere will be felt all over the league. And just like it has been for so long, there’s no shortage of drama or conflict as 16 teams fight like gladiators in an arena to become […]

With a little more than 10 games remaining in the regular season, it’s pretty clear now who performed beyond expectations in the NBA and those who didn’t. For started, Ja Morant and Tyler Herro are on pace to win the Most Improved Player and Sixth Man of the Year awards, which is better than most […]

Just a few days ago, Drake purchased an insane stack of Panin’s latest Flawless Basketball card boxes worth more than $200,000 on his Instagram. The rapper then shared that he was on the hunt for one of the most elusive basketball cards out there – a Triple Logoman. Turns out, one of the five from […]

It seems safe to say that the De’Aaron Fox and Sacramento Kings won’t make the playoffs after missing it for 16 consecutive years. Next season, though, can be an entirely different story for the franchise. For the first time in a very long time, the kind of talent within their roster appears to be enough […]

In less than a month, a rare Pikachu card sold for a record-breaking amount of $900,000 while a graded first-edition Charizard worth $57,000 fell into the custody of the U.S. government after someone used a COVID Relief Fund to buy it. While these Pokemon card-related stories seem crazy as it is, another one just sold […]

Everyone knows how much love Drake has for the NBA and everything about it. For as long as anyone can remember the rapper has been known to support the Toronto Raptors at every chance he gets. This time, though, the Canadian is expressing his love for the game in a different, and very expensive manner […]

Just this week, the Denver Nuggets mauled the Philadelphia 76ers in their own home and escaped with a 114-110 victory. While Nikola Jokic led the way, it can’t be denied that Bones Hyland’s 21-point performance from the bench greatly helped Mile High City get the dub. But the rookie is not just winning on the […]

Karl-Anthony Towns just dropped a 60-point masterpiece when the Minnesota Timberwolves matched up against the San Antonio Spurs recently. After hitting 61% of his shots from the field and 63% from beyond the arc, the first pick from the 2015 NBA Draft silenced his critics on his way to a career-high performance. The thing is, […]

As the regular season approaches its end, collectors can now identify which first-year players and their NBA cards are worth investing in. In this regard, mad props should be given to the likes of Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, and Scottie Barnes, to name a few. But as great as these young stars are, there’s another […]

A couple of years ago, the Phoenix Suns looked like chumps trying to make the playoffs in a conference dominated by the Golden State Warriors. Fast forward to now and it seems that they’re on top of the West and the whole league. While Chris Paul’s addition to the squad has been heaven-sent, no one […]

After announcing his retirement around two months ago, Tom Brady suddenly came out and announced that he’s coming back for his 23rd season to run it back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. As expected, the whole world was caught by surprise and even Twitter exploded with all the reactions to the GOAT’s announcement. But as […]

It was early this year when Panini released the latest edition of their NBA Hoops brand. Since then, the company has come out with several products that feature this season’s hottest rookies, like Donruss and Donruss Elite. And while basketball cards from these sets have been bonkers in the market lately, things will be taken […]

The 2021-22 NBA regular season is drawing nearer to its end in the coming weeks. When that happens, the league is gone be on overdrive as the playoffs start. This particular point in time is an interesting one for collectors as certain rookie cards get more attention and hype in the market. In the process, […]

In a shocking turn of events, Tom Brady recently announced that he’s unretiring and coming back to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for his 23rd season in the NFL. After around two months, the Bucc’s star quarterback said in a tweet that his place is on the field and the time will still come for him […]

Without a doubt, Panini’s stable of high-end basketball cards will never run out of hype in the hobby. With options like National Treasures, Immaculate, and Flawless, collectors will always have their sights locked in on these premium products. But it isn’t just these sets that going to make waves because Panini’s latest Impeccable for basketball […]

The Golden State Warriors have been on the losing end these past few weeks, thanks to Draymond Green missing time because of a back injury. Even with Klay Thompson returning to the lineup, opposing squads have found a way to exploit the forward’s absence to get a win over them. But while Green has been […]

When you think of those who collect Pokemon cards, the United States government is among the last you’ll ever imagine getting into it. But as it turns out, the most powerful entity in the free world finds itself entrenched in this craze when a graded first-edition Charizard card fell on their lap. 31y/o Vinath Oudomsine […]

Most of what collectors see in the hobby are cards that feature basketball, baseball, and football stars. Even if that’s the case, a good amount of growth can be seen among those who are into Formula One, and racing in general. Case in point, this graded Lewis Hamilton card that just broke the all-time record […]

Even with the offseason dampening the hype and excitement for football, Panini still has a trick or two under its sleeve for NFL card collectors. Just recently, the company has released their 2021 Limited card set, which features the hottest rookies and stars from last season. AVAILABLE TODAY – 2021 Limited NFL Football (FOTL)Limited goes […]

When Panini sent Tre Mann his basketball cards for him to sign, he never thought that it would be insanely stacked. While that has been the way it works between sports card companies and the athletes themselves, it’s always the first time that seems to be the most surprising, especially for this young Oklahoma City […]

In a draft class that’s exceeding expectations since the start of the season, Jalen Green was surprisingly among those who didn’t. Until the All-Star break, the Houston Rockets’ second pick didn’t exactly light the league on fire. Add his team’s abysmal record and most collectors would turn their attention to surer options, such as Evan […]

For quite some time now, Chris Paul’s leadership and Devin Booker’s incredible ability to make buckets are the two key factors that have catapulted the Phoenix Suns to the top of the NBA. But what many seem to overlook is the impact Deandre Ayton brings to his team on a nightly basis. And while there […]

While much of the spotlight has been on Tom Brady’s retirement and the Los Angeles Rams winning Super Bowl LVI in recent weeks, Aaron Rodgers’ decision to sign an extension with the Green Bay Packers comes as a welcome development amid a quiet offseason so far. The said contract, which is worth $200 million for […]

While Panini is mostly known for its wide array of basketball card products, they also produce sets for other sports, such as soccer, football, and Mixed Martial Arts. The latter is among the company’s latest releases with a fanbase that’s slowly growing by the day. And to cater to these collectors, Panini has recently released […]

It isn’t fun to be Zach LaVine right now. After spending seven seasons not reaching the playoffs, the Chicago Bulls are projected to make it in the coming months. The thing is, their roster has been besieged by various injuries to their key players, which reduces their effectiveness in the process. And even with DeMar […]

To say that Kyrie Irving’s time with the Brooklyn Nets has been underwhelming is an understatement. After going through different episodes with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics, the point guard’s run with his current team has been more of the same on various fronts, specifically his stand on vaccination. And as the Nets fight […]

To say that the New York Knicks’ current season is disappointing is an understatement. After a surprising playoff run, signing Julius Randle to a 4-year $117 million extension during the offseason, and adding key pieces in Kemba Walker and Evan Fournier, the team is now 12th in the Eastern Conference with a 27-38 record. But […]

After missing two whole seasons and a good chunk of this one, Klay Thompson has finally returned to the Golden State Warriors. But before that happened, Jordan Poole got to grow up before our very eyes and developed into the player he is today. With the Warriors currently on a losing streak, one has to […]

Unlike other top rookies of years past, Cade Cunningham didn’t enter the NBA with a big splash. Early this season, most of the attention was focused on the Toronto Raptors’ Scottie Barnes and Cleveland Cavaliers’ Evan Mobley. But while the Detroit Pistons’ number one pick has flown below the radar for a significant period, he’s […]

When Victor Oladipo was traded to the Miami Heat, the expectation for him was to contribute right away. With his knack to create shots on his own and provide credible defense on the other end of the court, the shooting guard was supposed to help his new team compete against the top squads in the […]

Among the hottest and most expensive cards in the hobby is a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card encased in a PSA 9 slab. Earlier this year, the said card sold for $5.2 million when it was auctioned off by PWCC. Just a few days ago, an NFT version of Mantle’s iconic card hit the market […]

It’s pretty easy to shower some hate on Karl-Anthony Towns for some people in the hobby. For one, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ All-Star center has a reputation of being soft, an issue that reportedly stemmed from his conflict with Jimmy Butler. Another is the Wolves’ failure to change their narrative for the past few seasons as […]