Jason Neuman

Joined: Oct 29, 2024

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

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24)

Dec 27, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after scoring during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) celebrates after sacking Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9)

In the long-awaited 2025 Topps Chrome Basketball release, one insert in particular has already begun to separate itself from the rest.

If the market is truly governed by supply and demand, how does a card with nearly 50,000 graded copies in circulation still sell for thousands of dollars? High Supply, Higher Demand: 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie Card Keeps Its Value

Dec 19, 2025; Miami, Florida, UNITED STATES; Anthony Joshua fights against Jake Paul during a heavyweight boxing bout

On December 19, when Anthony Joshua won his boxing match against Jake Paul by knockout, the sports card market was quick to react.

Kaboom basketball cards remain popular and continue to go up in price. An explanation of why this is happening.

Both Mantle and Griffey are icons of their eras and already have two of the most recognizable baseball cards of all time.

Feb 15, 1996; Auburn Hills MI, USA; FILE PHOTO; Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan (23) in action against the Detroit Pistons at the Palace at Auburn Hills. The Bulls beat the Pistons 112-109 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

Rare Michael Jordan Card Shatters Record. Many began to wonder whether his higher priced cards would continue to hold strong or if we were nearing a peak. That question seems to be answered.

Feb 15, 1996; Auburn Hills MI, USA; FILE PHOTO; Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan (23)

While the 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr is usually the first one that comes to mind, it’s certainly not the only card that defined the era.

Dec 2, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) along with center Bismack Biyombo (18) and assistant coach Matt Nielsen

Victor Wembanyama Cards Decline in Value Amid Recent Injury

Easily one of the most iconic and collected baseball stars, it was only a matter of time before Ken Griffey Jr. set another sports card record.

Low-numbered parallels, rare inserts, and true 1/1s fit into this group, and figuring out their value can feel a little confusing at first.

Mar 24, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers former center Shaquille O'Neal poses at statue unveiling ceremony at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Rare PSA 10 Shaquille O’Neal Card Sells for Record Price

Nov 1, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning during game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Shohei Ohtani’s Sports Cards Are Breaking Records. Ohtani hasn’t just been one of the best sports card investments in recent memory, but one of the best investments, period.

Jason Neuman

Joined: Oct 29, 2024

The LeBron James Card That Jumped $50,000 in a Year

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Why Victor Wembanyama Cards Are More Expensive Than Shaq's Cards

Buy or Sell? Myles Garrett Cards After Sack Record Hobby Impact

The 2025 Topps Chrome Basketball Insert Collectors Are Fighting Over

High Supply, Higher Demand: 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie Card Keeps Its Value

Anthony Joshua Topps Card Skyrockets in Value After Jake Paul Fight

Why Panini Kaboom Cards Are So Expensive

Iconic Mickey Mantle and Ken Griffey Jr. Card Looks to Make History

Rare Michael Jordan Card Shatters Record

The Most Iconic Sports Cards of the 1980s Not Named Ken Griffey Jr.

Victor Wembanyama Cards Decline in Value Amid Recent Injury

Rare Ken Griffey Jr. Card Sets Topps Record

Hobby U: How to find the value of a 1/1 card

Rare PSA 10 Shaquille O’Neal Card Sells for Record Price

Shohei Ohtani Cards Are Breaking Records