Jason Neuman

Jason Neuman

Jason is a dedicated basketball card collector who recently transitioned into writing and educating others about the sports card industry. Find him on Instagram @jeancardz

Jun 8, 2018; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) handles the ball against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second quarter in game four of the 2018 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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NBA's Greatest Rivals Sharing the Same Card

The NBA boasts some of the most legendary rivalries in sports history. Here’s a look at a few of them, paired with the most iconic sports cards that capture their essence.

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Sports Card Serial Numbers
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Do Serial Numbers Really Affect Sports Card Values?

Something that's always on the mind of sports card collectors: How rare is my card? While this question is important when determining long-term card values, it’s a much more nuanced discussion than many consider.

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Early Kabooms and Downtowns Continue to Rise in the Sports Card Market

They may be overlooking the fact that, historically, the debut years of iconic sets tend to hold value - and Kabooms and Downtowns are no exception.

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Feb 27, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts after fouling out during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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The Rise and Fall of Zion Williamson and His Collectibles Market

Zion captured the imagination of the hobby. It became a defining moment that would serve as a lasting reminder for generations of collectors to come.

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Jan 7, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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The Hobby Mistake Sports Card Collectors Keep Making

The result is almost always the same: an inevitable downfall in their prices when they don't compete for an MVP in their second year.

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Superman Trading Cards Take Off After New Movie Announcement

Although the market has come back down to reality, we still continue to see record sales quite often. With this comes the price swings and volatility of current events, and the upcoming Superman movie release is no exception.

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Jun 27, 2013; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Anthony Bennett (UNLV) shakes hands with NBA commissioner David Stern after being selected as the number one overall pick to the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2013 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-Imagn Images
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NBA's Biggest Draft Busts Still Have Expensive Sports Cards?

The answer lies in the fact that sports card values depend on more than just player performance or popularity - they’re heavily impacted by the set the card belongs to.

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Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws the ball against the Los Angeles Rams in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Josh Allen Rookie Cards Skyrocket as NFL MVP Buzz Builds

Allen's sustained elite play has collectors scrambling for his rookie cards, pushing their prices to new all-time highs. Below is a chart illustrating the recent spike in his card prices.

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Aug 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) shoots against the Chicago Sky during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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A Six figure Caitlin Clark Black Prizm 1/1?

Many expect the Prizm Black 1/1 of Caitlin Clark to surpass even the most talented NBA prospects in terms of auction value. Let’s use some math and hypotheticals to estimate what her best rookie card to date might bring at auction.

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Nov 24, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Recording artist Jay-Z walks on the field before the game between the Washington Commanders and the Dallas Cowboys at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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Rare Jay-Z Card Plummets in Value After Diddy Allegations

Recent allegations seem to have impacted his market sentiment. The Topps Chrome gold refractor seems to have taken a significant hit in value.

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Why Are Precious Metal Gems So Valuable?

Precious Metal Gems (PMGs) are a cornerstone of 90s basketball card collecting. What is it that makes these red and green cards so valuable? Let’s take a closer look.

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Feb 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Lebron James and Michael Jordan on court during halftime during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Basketball’s Top 10 Greatest Players and Their Most Iconic Rookie Cards

Let’s take a closer look at the 10 greatest basketball players of all time and the cards that have become synonymous with their greatness.

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