What’s New
The 2025-26 Topps Now Basketball series continues the tradition of on-demand NBA cards. This collection showcases cards released throughout the basketball season, each capturing significant moments, standout performances, and key milestones. These cards are available for a limited period directly through Topps, with print quantities determined by customer demand. This series provides immediate coverage of NBA events and is not sold in typical packs or boxes.
Configuration at a Glance
- Cards can be purchased individually or in team sets, available for a short window after each release.
- There are no sealed boxes or packs; all cards are produced on-demand according to orders placed during the sales window.
- Each card generally highlights a particular NBA game event, player achievement, or milestone.
- Parallels, autographs, and memorabilia versions might be offered for select cards, but these are not assured for every release.
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Parallels: Some cards may feature limited parallels, such as colored borders or serial-numbered versions. Specific colors and numbering are announced with the release of each card if applicable.
- Inserts: Special inserts might be issued for significant milestones, record-breaking performances, or NBA events. Details are provided when each card is released.
Autographs & Relics
- Autograph versions are occasionally available for select cards, typically featuring on-card signatures. These are often limited and serial-numbered.
- Relic cards, which include game-used memorabilia, might be part of special events or player achievements. Availability and numbering are specified at the time of 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 disclosed after the sales period concludes and are based exclusively on customer demand.
- Each card is available for a limited duration, usually 24 to 48 hours following 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 specific details provided per card.
- Cards are shipped directly from Topps once the print run is determined.
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