What’s New
The 2025-26 Topps Now Basketball series extends the on-demand card offering for the NBA. This collection features cards issued throughout the season, each capturing significant moments, performances, and milestones. Cards are available for a limited time directly from Topps, with print runs determined by customer orders. This series provides immediate coverage of NBA events and is not available in traditional packs or boxes.
Configuration at a Glance
- Cards are offered individually or as team sets and are accessible for a limited period following each release.
- No sealed boxes or packs; all cards are produced on-demand based on orders within the sales window.
- Each card generally showcases a specific NBA game highlight, player achievement, or milestone.
- Parallels, autographs, and memorabilia versions might be offered for certain cards but are not guaranteed for every release.
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Parallels: Certain cards may feature limited parallels, like colored borders or serial-numbered editions. Specific colors and numbering details are shared with each card if available.
- Inserts: Special inserts may be released for major milestones, record-breaking performances, or NBA events. Details are provided when each card is issued.
Autographs & Relics
- Autograph versions are sometimes available for select cards, often featuring on-card signatures. These are generally limited and serial-numbered.
- Relic cards, including game-used memorabilia, may be released for special events or player achievements. Availability and numbering are specified upon release.
- Not all card releases include autograph or relic versions; availability depends on the featured moment and player.
Collector Notes
- Print runs for each card are announced after the sales period ends and are based solely on customer demand.
- Each card is available for a limited time, usually 24 to 48 hours after the highlighted event.
- Designs emphasize action photography from recent NBA games, with event details noted on the card.
- Short print (SP) and super short print (SSP) parallels may be issued, with exact details provided for each card.
- Cards are shipped directly from Topps after the print run is finalized.
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