What’s New
The 2025-26 Topps Now Basketball series continues its unique approach to NBA trading cards by providing on-demand releases. These cards are issued throughout the basketball season, each one capturing significant moments, top performances, and notable milestones. Available directly from Topps for a limited duration, the print runs are determined by customer orders. Unlike traditional packs or boxes, this series provides immediate coverage of NBA events.
Configuration at a Glance
- Cards can be purchased individually or as part of team sets, available for a limited period post-release.
- No sealed boxes or packs are available; cards are produced on-demand based on orders during the sales period.
- Each card typically depicts a highlight from an NBA game, a player’s achievement, or a milestone.
- Some cards may feature parallels, autographs, or memorabilia versions, although these are not guaranteed for every release.
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Parallels: Certain cards may come with limited parallels, such as colored borders or serial numbers. Details regarding specific colors and numbering are provided with each card if applicable.
- Inserts: Special inserts may be released for significant milestones, record-setting performances, or NBA events. Specifics are announced with each card’s release.
Autographs & Relics
- Autograph versions may be available for select cards, often featuring on-card signatures. These are generally limited and serial-numbered.
- Relic cards, which include game-used memorabilia, might be available for special events or player achievements. Details regarding availability and numbering are specified upon release.
- Not every card release will 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 window closes, based exclusively on customer demand.
- Each card is available for a limited time, usually 24 to 48 hours following the event it highlights.
- The designs emphasize action photography from recent NBA games, with event information included on the card.
- Short print (SP) and super short print (SSP) parallels may be issued, with specific details provided for each card.
- Once the print run is finalized, cards are shipped directly from Topps.

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