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Welcome BACK to all Basketball Card fanatics, investors, and collectors! Our host Gary emerges from the abyss of the past four weeks to celebrate the return of two of the league’s most exciting young players! Thank you for listening and send us your takes and messages to gary@hoopsandcards.com or @hoopsandcards on Instagram!

Today marked the start of the NBA Preseason games, and we are here for you Basketball Card collectors and investors! Gary brings his thoughts on most exciting or most anticipated stories of the Preseason in the NBA with takes on James Harden, Players to Watch this Season, and some buying and selling ideas for the month of October. Shout out to Josh Smith for today's listener question!

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Sadly, HoopsandCards is NOT at the National, but we've still got you covered!  Gary talks about the excitement and livestreams and impact of the National Card show, where you can follow along at HoopsandCards.com.  Meanwhile, we process what to do with NBA players that stepped up their games big time in the second half of the NBA season.  Are there deals to be had with star players or emerging players like SGA, Anfernee Simons, and more?  Or would it be better to wait till next year?  And finally, what's with all the Prizm Basketball wax - it's actually available on websites and shelves this year.  Is that a good thing or no?

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Yet another week of waiting for Basketball Card investors as Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and the Utah Jazz have everyone guessing who might end up where. Gary talks about the uncertain offseason and some players he’s not that excited about. For many of us, the National Sports Cards convention in Atlantic City is this weeks highlight? Are any of you going? ——- To support our show and get more inside takes on Basketball Card investing this summer, sign up for HoopsPLUS at anchor.fm/HoopsandCards/subscribe today!

We love listening to collectors, dealers, and card shop owners who have been doing this thing for a long time.  Keith and Brian from Neuhart Cards have experience, stories, and perspectives to help anyone who is looking to take a "next step" in Basketball Card collecting and investing.  Today's episode welcomes Keith Neuhart - a card shop and business owner for more than ten years - to share his story and what it takes to open a shop, survive the ups and downs of the market, and get the most out of sports cards along the way!  Thank you for listening!

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Hoops and Cards continues our series on 4-G investing categories of Guesses, Goods, Greats, and GOATS today with a deeper look at today's NBA "Greats" and some cards to consider adding during this summer's NBA offseason.  In fact, some of the current greats could be on the move (Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant, or Kyrie Irving) OR getting ready to return from injury (Kawhi Leonard, Damian Lillard, Anthony Davis)!  Gary talks a bit about his own need to add graded or numbered cards from the players that are already "GREAT" who have a chance to enter the conversation about GOATS. Thank you so much for listening to Hoops and Cards!  We would love for you to give us a 5-star review on Spotify/Apple/Google and tell your sports card friends about us!  For more exclusive content (podcasts, emails, Discord and prizes) please join us over at HOOPSPLUS for just $4.99/month - less than a Taco Bell happy meal!  Here's the link - anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe In today's episode, Gary mentioned our collab with Nooffseason.com - use the passcode "hoops" for a nice discount on their premium content at nooffseason.com!

The Indiana Pacers are offering Deandre Ayton, former #1 overall draft pick, $133 Million.  The Denver Nuggets gave Nikola Jokic, the reigning 2-time Most Valuable player, a $270 million contract extension.   If the NBA's "big men" are worth so much to their teams, why are they worth so little in the Sports Card Market?  Are any of the modern centers worth investing in over the next year?  If so, what cards would you consider?  What players are full of untapped potential profits in the card market? For extended content, podcasts, and connections with the Hoops and Cards world, sign up today for HoopsPLUS!  Our special offer of just $4.99/month welcomes you to support our podcast, join our community, and receive more resources to help your collecting and investing journey - check out anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today!

Hey everyone, welcome to our world of Basketball card investors and collectors!  The Basketball Card 101 series addresses starter-level issues and questions that you or your friends might have about cards.  Today, Gary talks and gets feedback about the idea of focusing on just one sport - just like our podcast usually does.  Is this wise?  Is it year-round?  What "wins and losses" can you expect throughout the year if you focus on just one sport?

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---- Today's Guest, Brett from @splash_hit_sportscards on Instagram is a life-long collector and hobby enthusiast from Columbus, Ohio.  Like many of you, he loves collecting cards but has also started building a nice business on the side buying and selling and setting up at card shows in Ohio with his Dad.  More of Brett's conversation with Gary will be posted on the next HoopsPLUS episode, about how to add value by investing in baseball players and cards!

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Yes, we went to a card show again this weekend.  Gary tells some updates and thoughts from his buying, trading, and selling experiences and why our stories matter.  This episode may help you think through your summer strategy as a collector or buyer of sports cards - not just basketball cards!  Warning: today's episode may (or may not) include the names of several non-Basketball player types, and you may hear words like "Lamar Jackson" or "Josh Allen."  Don't be alarmed, folks.  This is always going to be a basketball card podcast, and you'll hear about Tre Jones and Kawhi Leonard before all is said and done. For even greater doses of Hoops goodness, join us in HoopsPLUS at anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe.  If you want to support our Basketball card content and get more connected to our resources and online global community, then join immediately! For Premium content at NOOFFSEASON.com, use the "hoops" promo code to secure a 20% discount on our behalf!

Do you love the thrill of opening new boxes of Basketball Cards?  Do you enjoy taking risks and seize opportunities faster than others?  This episode of HoopsandCards is for you - with FIVE of the highest-risk, highest-reward investments for short-term profits as a Basketball Card collector/investor.  We talk about specific players, approaches to buying, and card products that are simply too-high risk for many of us, but the rewards could - and will - be great for those who dare to venture in! ALSO, if you enjoy HoopsandCards, please support our community by joining HoopsPLUS - for just $4.99/month you get more Hoops and Cards podcasts, regular interactions with our HoopsPLUS community, Insider e-newsletters, and monthly prize drawings.  We would love to have you sign up today at anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe For the new Prizm Basketball release, check out Packman's video unboxing on opening day!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0Q1CWrOYbc

During the summer, HOOPSandCARDS wants to share some of our most helpful, encouraging, and OG (original Gary) episodes with you, we are including this classic about your priorities as a collector or investor.  When it comes to your basketball cards, it's up to YOU to decide what, when, how, or whom to buy!  This episode from April of 2021, one of our very first "Basketball Cards 101" shows, is a terrific refresher course on why we do this! Here's the summary: "People buy sports cards for so many reasons. What’s your WHY? From Collector to Chaser, we review four main categories or approaches to buying basketball cards and look at their pros and cons. The Basketball 101 series is your chance to learn skills and insight from our experiences and connections within the adventure of Basketball Cards in 2021!" ------------- HoopsPLUS is our insider-team that gets more Basketball Card podcasts, content, conversation, and prizes each month.  You can join HoopsPLUS by going to anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe for just $4.99 per month.  We would love to have you join today!

It's the offseason.  The global economy seems to be struggling.  Your cards aren't worth what you paid for them.  Well, join the club!  When  the sports card market is down, there are so many opportunities, decisions, and reasons to keep loving it as a collector AND investor.  Today's episode, Gary talks about five (or was it six?) great things to do (or not do) during a tough swing in the market value of cards.  Those cards you never thought you could afford might be in range this summer.  Those RPA's and 1/1's and PSA 10's are cheaper than they might ever be.  Thank you for checking out Hoops and Cards!  Listen, share with friends, subscribe, and tell us your stories too!

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HUGE news in the NBA that should impact the Basketball Card market this week and all season long - DAMIAN LILLARD gets his wish - sort of? Portland, Phoenix, and Milwaukee team up to shake the NBA superstar landscape today, and Gary Underwood from HoopsandCards.com is here for an "INSTANT REAX" episode for card collectors and investors.

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Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving can't stay out of the NBA headlines.  How will the first few days of Free Agency and Woj Bombs and Breaking News impact the prices of these cards and more?  Is Kevin Durant a "sell" right now for the impending news of a trade?  What do the Free Agency contracts say about a player's investment potential in sports cards?  And yes, Gary spends at least two minutes talking about the Brunson Burner, Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks. Are you enjoying Hoops and Cards?  For more Basketball card news and updates, sign up for HoopsPLUS at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe For Sports Cards deals and investing advice, check out Nooffseason.com, where you can use the "hoops" promo code to save on their premium Sports Card content!

Does last week's NBA Draft have any impact at all on this year's basketball cards?  We discuss the NBA Free Agency and what to watch for in NBA news this offseason.  Gary also gives us some updates, polls, prize-winners, and predictions for our HoopsPLUS platform moving forward.  Thank you for listening to Hoops and Cards! If you enjoy our podcast, please take a second and give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google! To sign up for HoopsPLUS membership today, check out anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe for all the extra podcasts, e-newsletter, and connection to our Discord and regular prize opportunities at HoopsPLUS. We are enjoying the resources and updates at Nooffseason.com, where you can use the "hoops" promo code to get a discount on their Premium service, ranking basketball players and card recommendations for most of the top NBA player investments on a regular basis.

We continue our series about a "4G" language for Basketball Card collectors and investors to focus on, players who might move from GUESS to GOOD to GREAT to GOAT!  Gary, our host, talks today about the wide-ranging possibilities for GOOD players who have already shown what they can do on the court, but might eventually attain greatness in the NBA.  Basketball card values and prices don't always follow the on-court greatness, but it sure helps when a good player becomes an all-star, scores a lot, and helps a team advance in the playoffs.  Who will be the next Jaylen Brown, the next Klay Thompson, or even the next Kawhi Leonard?  All of these thoughts and more listener feedback and questions from two of our favorite content-creators and Hoops and Cards listeners! ----- If you enjoy our podcast content, you'd LOVE all the deeper content, podcast episodes, community interaction, and Hoops support of HoopsPLUS - our membership platform!  Check out anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe for our monthly membership today!  We need and thrive on your support and HoopsPLUS is a great, affordable way to join the team! ----- We love the resources at Nooffseason.com, and our listeners can use the "hoops" promo code to sign up for their Premium content, giving more details about the top 70-100 Basketball players to invest in, as well as specific cards recommended for each in their premium site at Nooffseason.com! ----- We LOVE hearing from you!   Please Share your feedback, questions, and card deals with us by recording a voice question at https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

With last night’s Warrior win, we turn the page and start a new season of Basketball card collecting and investing. The Finals gave us some things to buy or sell, but the offseason starts with an extended time on the back burner as other sports keep playing. What will we do now? Gary has some ideas and thoughts for our offseason realities and decisions in todays episode! —————-CHECK OUT HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe  -------------------------------------- COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

PRIZM BASKETBALL 21-22 releases on June 22 and it’s what most collectors and investors wait for! Today, we talk about how to get ready for this big new release and the effects it could have on the market over the next 3-6 months! Gary tells all about what he’s buying and NOT buying about this year’s popular set. ——————————————CHECK OUT HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe  -------------------------------------- COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

Hoops and Cards gives you four categories of NBA Players to invest in - FOUR G's - Guesses, Good players, Greats, and GOATs!  Today's episode has us focusing on some specific Guesses to take a cheap flier on in this year's offseason.  Gary from HoopsandCards.com takes us through some of the thoughts, priorities, and players that could impact your GUESS-level investing strategy this season.  These are players you might find for less than $10 or even less than $2 rookie cards this offseason, but they could soar in value with more playing time and playoff run next season!  Who are YOUR "guesses" and sleepers right now in Basketball cards? ———————CHECK OUT HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe  -------------------------------------- COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

Today, we get a full dose of weekend ideas and experiences from one man’s adventures in Basketball card buying and selling. Gary goes to a Card show for a quick visit but rambles about online deals and eBay taboos. Are you strong enough to wait for better deals in the NBA offseason? Maybe? CHECK OUT HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe  -------------------------------------- COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players

Basketball Card investors, this show is for you!  We roll out an easy-to-remember way to think about your Basketball Cards as investments and craft a clear strategy for what you buy and what you keep.  The "Four G's" from today's Hoops and Cards episode will clarify four simple categories of player-cards to consider in today's NBA market while also learning some specific players and cards that fit well in each category.  Gary, our host, shares how he's stumbled onto some of these categories on accident and learned to become more focused as an investor who keeps track and makes decisions based on what his overall card portfolio and goals look like. ——————————————CHECK OUT HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe   -------------------------------------- COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

Hoops and Cards is here to help you as a Basketball Card collector and investor during this year's Playoffs!  Are there any decent "buys" so close to the offseason?  What about investing in possible NBA Finals winners or MVPs?  Have Jimmy Butler and Luka Doncic taken their card values to the next level?  Gary addresses these questions and more during today's episode of Hoops and Cards! ------------------------------------- CHECK OUT HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe  -------------------------------------- COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

EPISODE DETAILS: Our BASKETBALL CARDS 101 series tackles some of the most important, foundational, basic issues to taking care of your basketball card collection and investments!  Today, we help you get prepared for the coming "buying season" (NBA SUMMER) when you'll be able to find discounts and deals on NBA cards in July, August, and September.  While others are buying football or soccer, you'll see some sales and buying opportunities with Basketball cards.  Today, we talk about the global market of eBay and some tips for buyers, sellers, and planner-headers in investing and making deals this summer! SUBSCRIBE TO HOOPS PLUS! To hear more podcast episodes and join our supporter community, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe  COUPON CODE FOR NOOFFSEASON.COM!   Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

Our weekend episode of Hoops and Cards is a catch all of ideas, insights, and stories for the world of Basketball Card Collectors and investors! Gary is back to talk about the "World Cup" of Basketball, some recent buys and regrets, and his approach to negotiating during Buying Season. We are still very high on Shai Gileous-Alexander, as if there was any doubt. Today's episode also covers some of the "Don'ts" of Negotiating as outlined on our HoopsandCards.com blog this week!

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Basketball Card investors, this episode is for you - covering many of the current and future "best buys" in NBA cards!  We welcome Paul from NoOffseason.com and Sports Card Strategy to talk through the players, cards, and opportunities we are seeing in the Basketball Card market over the next few weeks and offseason!  Paul's YouTube Channel, website at Nooffseason.com, and Basketball Card Rankings are becoming "must reads" for any collector/investor who likes to think ahead and invest accordingly.  Paul and Gary exchange thoughts about Giannis, Ja, Garland, and many more players in this engaging episode! To hear the full and "uncut" version of their conversation, you can join HoopsPLUS - our supporters and members platform that gives you more content, episodes, interaction, and "buy in" to the Hoops and Cards world.  HoopsPLUS will post a podcast feed and episode with this complete interview and many other episodes for the most passionate NBA collectors and investors - subscribe today at www.anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe COUPON CODE!  Paul and NoOffseason.com are giving us a 20% discount on the Sports Card Investment Report when you use the promo code "hoops" at the checkout page on NoOffseason.com!  It's a terrific resource to help you with the latest information and ideas on current basketball players and cards!

Perhaps you've been at a card show and seen WNBA Prizm cards and silver rookies of Sabrina Ionescu.  Or you've wondered about that blaster box of WNBA cards at Target or Blowout Cards.  But are there any great buying opportunities in Women Sports Cards?  What about the WNBA and connections with Hoops and legends like Lisa Leslie, Sue Bird, or even Rebecca Lobo.   On today's show, Gary welcomes Annemarie from Women.On.Topps, a collector with more than 30 years of experience, knowledge, and an obvious passion for women in sports!  She helps us learn (or remember) some of the GOATs, the card sets, the print runs, and the buying opportunities that - according to her - are better than anything else in that other "league."   The WNBA seems ripe for a buying season as they tip off their summer season this week!  To follow Annemarie's Instagram posts of Women Sports Cards and WNBA Stuff, check out @women.on.topps and send her a thank you! For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.   To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today!  To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!    If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include... NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

For Basketball investors, we love it when a player performs exceptionally well and drives up card values. A certain 76er has raised his game and still finds himself a cardboard bargain. Listen to Gary talk about Tyrese Maxey strategies past and present, while searching for whoever will be next to make the jump! For more updates and podcasts about Basketball Card investing and collecting, check out HoopsPLUS, our subscriber platform and our community of supporters!  Find HoopsPLUS at anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe We would love any feedback and questions or ideas you've got - message Gary directly on Instagram (@hoopsandcards) or at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com

Our latest thoughts on when to buy, sell, or hold in today’s basketball card market. Gary gives you some essential or basic ideas on the NBA Playoffs and seasonal opportunities.  For more updates and podcasts about Basketball Card investing and collecting, check out HoopsPLUS, our subscriber platform and our community of supporters!  Find HoopsPLUS at anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe We would love any feedback and questions or ideas you've got - message Gary directly on Instagram (@hoopsandcards) or at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com

"I wish I had bought some ________________" before the playoffs!"  Fill in the blanks with names like Maxey, Edwards, Tatum, or Jordan Poole.  We've watched the Basketball card market have some wild spikes and gains during these first few games of the playoffs.  Some cards have soared and you might think these players or bargains have passed you by.  Rest assured, fellow Hoops and Cards investors and collectors!  Gary is here with some words of reality, encouragement, and specific players and products that still feel way too cheap.  April is only the beginning of a much larger profit-gaining opportunity in May, so you may want to plow through today's episode more than once! -------------- For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.   To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today! To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!   If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include... NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs will have some unforgettable moments and perhaps career-making moments for young stars and their rookie cards this summer.  Anthony Edwards vs. Ja Morant.  Perhaps Tyler Herro vs. Trae Young.  Durant vs Tatum will be must-see TV!  Gary chimes in with some thoughts and excitement for the start of these terrific first-round matchups and some card ideas worth talking about... For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.   To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today! To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!   If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include... NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

After a decade, the 2012-13 Prizm Basketball set is still incredibly popular and full of star power.  Rookie cards of Kawhi, Dame, AD, Beal, Klay, Draymond, Kyrie, and Jimmy Butler lead the way.  In today's episode, Gary reviews this iconic first Prizm release and its impact on the hobby.  Though their card values and prices have fallen like everything else during the last 18-24 months, we will look at some intriguing bargains and picks for Card investors and collectors as we head into the NBA Playoffs. And let's not forget deep-playoff runs ahead for players in this set - Kyrie, Butler, Khris Middleton, and more! For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.   To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today!  To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!   If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include... NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

With the playoff picture pretty much set, let's talk about the NBA Play-In games and what players and cards could be impacted by these crucial games over the next week!  Our host, Gary, also discusses his thoughts about the latest Prizm Collegiate Basketball release and what cards - if any - to think about buying.  Finally, the big news as the NBA season ends appears to be the demise of the much-maligned Los Angeles Lakers.  What to make of LeBron James and his card market as he fails to make the playoffs for the first time since... well, whenever.  Are Lebron cards still a solid buy or hold?  These issues and more with this weekend edition of Hoops and Cards! ---------- HOOPSPLUS: For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.   To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today!  ---------- To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!   If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include...  ----------- NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

Just TEN days left in the NBA's regular season, and it's time to talk PLAYOFFS!  Gary chimes in with some thoughts about last year's playoff impact on Basketball Cards and some players and products to watch here in April 2022.  With more teams qualifying for the Play-in round, it opens up some opportunities for quick flips or spikes in card prices for those who trade cards online. For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.   To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today! To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!   If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include... NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

Our Basketball Cards 101 series is devoted to helping YOU, the Basketball Card collector/investor, to learn the "ropes" and the basics behind Basketball Cards.  Today's episode finds us nearing the end of the 2021-22 NBA Season and the Awards, like MVP, Rookie of the Year, and Most Improved Player.  How will those awards affect the card market?  Which players could you zero in on as the season winds down?  What strategies for buying and selling would help you with these awards in mind?  All of this and MORE in today's episode of Hoops and Cards! For MORE Hoops and Cards action, we invite you to support HoopsPLUS!  For only $4.99/mo, you'll receive more podcast episodes, more connection with other Basketball card junkies, and a chance to win prizes each month.  To join HoopsPLUS, go to http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe today! To CONNECT with Gary, the host of Hoops and Cards, send him a DM on Instagram @hoopsandcards!  If you prefer email, hit us up at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com Other Hoops and Cards Resource we frequently share include... NBA Stats at http://www.dougstats.com Card Trends at http://www.cardladder.com Online card trading at http://www.starstock.com OR http://www.comc.com

You guys are the Best! Gary returns to thank our listeners for support during a crazy summer and doles out some thoughts about the beginning of buying season in the Basketball Card world. We are sending out free cards to the first five listeners who DM us @hoopsandcards on Instagram. Today gets right at some of the current buying opportunities and reasons to be excited about the 23-24 NBA season!

Less than a month until the NBA postseason and you want to make some money? Although there are no guarantees, we will share a few solid picks and plays for the next month of the NBA season and into early summer. Familiar names like Giannis and Luka and Steph abound, but what low-profile stars could soar in May and June? Hoops and Cards exists to inspire and entertain Basketball Card collectors and investors around the world.  No matter what your budget, you're bound to hear some relevant, funny, and current NBA card info to help you take that next step.  If you'd like to join our support team and get more HOOPS content every week, then sign up for HOOPSPLUS!  HOOPSPLUS can be found at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and gets you more exclusive content, interaction with our hosts, and monthly prizes which are usually basketball-card related.    -------------- You can find us or message us at anytime on Instagram at @hoopsandcards.... or on Twitter at @cards_hoops.... or by email to hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com  -------------- Our host at HoopsandCards lives in Akron, Ohio, and is a lifelong Cleveland Cavaliers fan.  His PC (Personal Collection) of cards focuses on LeBron James, Darius Garland, Donruss Net Marvels, and Evan Mobley.  As of March 2022, Gary's investment picks for young players include Ja Morant (obviously), Darius Garland, Anfernee Simons, Tyrese Maxey, and - for longer-term gains - Shai Gilgeious-Alexander.  In general, we would prioritize rookie cards or unique cards of players who are on track to score 18+ points per game on NBA teams that have a chance to win the championship.  A special consideration should be given to players who score 25+ on playoff teams that will advance past round one (Read: Giannis, Trae, Joel, Devin, Donovan, Luka, Jayson, Ja, etc.)

How do we react when a player goes off? When Saddiq Bey drops 50 points in a game, should we buy or sell? Gary gives us some practical suggestions on how to seize (or avoid) exciting moments in the NBA that might lead to card gains (or losses)! Hoops and Cards exists to inspire and entertain Basketball Card collectors and investors around the world.  No matter what your budget, you're bound to hear some relevant, funny, and current NBA card info to help you take that next step.  If you'd like to join our support team and get more HOOPS content every week, then sign up for HOOPSPLUS!  HOOPSPLUS can be found at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and gets you more exclusive content, interaction with our hosts, and monthly prizes which are usually basketball-card related.    -------------- You can find us or message us at anytime on Instagram at @hoopsandcards.... or on Twitter at @cards_hoops.... or by email to hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com  -------------- Our host at HoopsandCards lives in Akron, Ohio, and is a lifelong Cleveland Cavaliers fan.  His PC (Personal Collection) of cards focuses on LeBron James, Darius Garland, Donruss Net Marvels, and Evan Mobley.  As of March 2022, Gary's investment picks for young players include Ja Morant (obviously), Darius Garland, Anfernee Simons, Tyrese Maxey, and - for longer-term gains - Shai Gilgeious-Alexander.  In general, we would prioritize rookie cards or unique cards of players who are on track to score 18+ points per game on NBA teams that have a chance to win the championship.  A special consideration should be given to players who score 25+ on playoff teams that will advance past round one (Read: Giannis, Trae, Joel, Devin, Donovan, Luka, Jayson, Ja, etc.)

While most people are looking at NBA Buys to chase profits in the NBA playoffs, we pause to consider guys who have no chance at the postseason.  Who are some of the best deals that nobody is thinking about right now?  Gary gives us at least five players to look at in April and over the summer whose card prices and values might be cold, but their player performances are incredibly hot!    ------------- Hoops and Cards exists to inspire and entertain Basketball Card collectors and investors around the world.  No matter what your budget, you're bound to hear some relevant, funny, and current NBA card info to help you take that next step.  If you'd like to join our support team and get more HOOPS content every week, then sign up for HOOPSPLUS!  HOOPSPLUS can be found at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and gets you more exclusive content, interaction with our hosts, and monthly prizes which are usually basketball-card related.    -------------- You can find us or message us at anytime on Instagram at @hoopsandcards.... or on Twitter at @cards_hoops.... or by email to hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com  -------------- Our host at HoopsandCards lives in Akron, Ohio, and is a lifelong Cleveland Cavaliers fan.  His PC (Personal Collection) of cards focuses on LeBron James, Darius Garland, Donruss Net Marvels, and Evan Mobley.  As of March 2022, Gary's investment picks for young players include Ja Morant (obviously), Darius Garland, Anfernee Simons, Tyrese Maxey, and - for longer-term gains - Shai Gilgeious-Alexander.  In general, we would prioritize rookie cards or unique cards of players who are on track to score 18+ points per game on NBA teams that have a chance to win the championship.  A special consideration should be given to players who score 25+ on playoff teams that will advance past round one (Read: Giannis, Trae, Joel, Devin, Donovan, Luka, Jayson, Ja, etc.)

Can you make money and enjoy collecting basketball cards on a budget?  Which players or cards should we be thinking about buying as the NBA playoff races heat up?  We welcome the co-hosts of one of the best new sports card podcasts, the NASHAQ Index, led by Nathanael and Camden!  These long-time friends share their story about coming back to the hobby of Basketball cards with tons of chemistry, stories, and insights for the rest of us.   In this episode, perhaps you'll see yourself in Nathanael and Camden's stories - returning to the hobby, connecting with friends, investing with strategy, and launching a Basketball Card podcast in 2021!  Perhaps their story will inspire and help you take the next step as an investor or even a content creator!   You can find their podcast The NASHAQ Index just about anywhere you listen to podcasts!  Spotify, Apple, Overcast, Google, Stitcher, and more.  https://anchor.fm/nashaqindex ------------- Hoops and Cards exists to inspire and entertain Basketball Card collectors and investors around the world.  No matter what your budget, you're bound to hear some relevant, funny, and current NBA card info to help you take that next step.  If you'd like to join our support team and get more HOOPS content every week, then sign up for HOOPSPLUS!  HOOPSPLUS can be found at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and gets you more exclusive content, interaction with our hosts, and monthly prizes which are usually basketball-card related.   -------------- You can find us or message us at anytime on Instagram at @hoopsandcards.... or on Twitter at @cards_hoops.... or by email to hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com -------------- Our host at HoopsandCards lives in Akron, Ohio, and is a lifelong Cleveland Cavaliers fan.  His PC (Personal Collection) of cards focuses on LeBron James, Darius Garland, Donruss Net Marvels, and Evan Mobley.  As of March 2022, Gary's investment picks for young players include Ja Morant (obviously), Darius Garland, Anfernee Simons, Tyrese Maxey, and - for longer-term gains - Shai Gilgeious-Alexander.  In general, we would prioritize rookie cards or unique cards of players who are on track to score 18+ points per game on NBA teams that have a chance to win the championship.  A special consideration should be given to players who score 25+ on playoff teams that will advance past round one (Read: Giannis, Trae, Joel, Devin, Donovan, Luka, Jayson, Ja, etc.)

Whether are you are new to collecting in investing basketball cards, or a veteran of the hobby… FOMO is real! Sometimes, the chase for a new card or for profits can lead us to make some really bad decisions, and Gary, our host, is here to pass on some of the lessons he’s learned along the way. Todays episode is another resource from BASKETBALL CARDS 101 - our series covering some essential lessons and tips for all of us who love cards! HoopsPLUS is our "next level" for anyone who wants to support H&C and subscribe to more content and prizes and connections with others in the Hoops and Cards world.  JOIN US today at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and become a part of HoopsPLUS! --------

Between the All-Star break and the playoff push, we have some NBA players taking their talents and their games to new heights. We want to buy in on these five players before the playoffs and Gary brings some sneaky bargain plays for each one of them. And yes, Spoiler alert, Ja Morant leads the pack! HoopsandCards celebrates and collaborates with Basketball Card collectors and Investors around the world!  Thank you for listening, and please give us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever.... and send us any feedback or questions on Instagram @hoopsandcards! -------- HoopsPLUS is our "next level" for anyone who wants to support H&C and subscribe to more content and prizes and connections with others in the Hoops and Cards world.  JOIN US today at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and become a part of HoopsPLUS! --------

Some new names from this year’s rookie class are finally showing what they can do.  With the release of 2021-22 Donruss Basketball and it’s iconic “Rated Rookies,” It's time for Hoops and Cards investors to get familiar with the players. Who will win Rookie of the Year? Who will get playoff minutes? Who is worth a long-term look? We tackle these questions and more in an episode for prospectors and investors in Hoops! -------- HoopsandCards celebrates and collaborates with Basketball Card collectors and Investors around the world!  Thank you for listening, and please give us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever.... and send us any feedback or questions on Instagram @hoopsandcards! -------- HoopsPLUS is our "next level" for anyone who wants to support H&C and subscribe to more content and prizes and connections with others in the Hoops and Cards world.  JOIN US today at http://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and become a part of HoopsPLUS! --------

Gary brings you some thoughts and sounds and unforgettable stories from our trip the 75th Annual NBA All-Star Game!  Which players helped their card values this weekend, and which players just didn't?  We chase down some NBA swag for a few lucky listeners and struggle to find any evidence of Khris Middleton gear.  The NBA All-Star game simply took over the city of Cleveland and the NBA Universe again this weekend, and we wanted to share our adventures with you! ----- HoopsPLUS is a fantastic way to support our podcast and get more Basketball Card content every single week!  Podcasts, Prizes, Discord community, and much more for less than $5 a month!  To join HoopsPLUS, just click https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and support our podcast!! ----- JOIN THE COMMUNITY DISCORD at https://discord.gg/76Cs8WNY - we'll talk about ALL things NBA and Basketball Cards ONLY! ---- TO SIGN UP FOR CARD LADDER PRO through Hoops and Cards, go to https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=hoops As always, please send DMs to Gary at the @hoopsandcards Instagram account or email at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com!

For this weekend's Hoops and Cards podcast, Gary brings some NBA All-Star stories from his time in Cleveland for the NBA All-Star events and hanging out in Downtown Cleveland.  You'll hear about the NBA All-Star Breakfast and some close encounters with NBA "Top 75 of All-Time" players like... well... just listen!  Gary also gives a brief commentary on the weekend and an all-star who has the chance to steal the hearts of NBA fans around the world with this weekend's spotlight, in preparation for Sunday's All-Star Game! ----- HoopsPLUS is a fantastic way to support our podcast and get more Basketball Card content every single week!  Podcasts, Prizes, Discord community, and much more for less than $5 a month!  To join HoopsPLUS, just click https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and support our podcast!! ----- JOIN THE COMMUNITY DISCORD at https://discord.gg/76Cs8WNY - we'll talk about ALL things NBA and Basketball Cards ONLY! ---- TO SIGN UP FOR CARD LADDER PRO through Hoops and Cards, go to https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=hoops As always, please send DMs to Gary at the @hoopsandcards Instagram account or email at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com!

Today's flurry of NBA trades brought more questions than answers!  What happened with the Lakers and Knicks?  Has the Beard finally found another home?  Can we finally but the Ben Simmons drama to rest?  For those of us who collect and invest in Basketball cards, the big news of trades and teams can sometimes mean it's time to buy, sell, or avoid certain players and their cards.  Gary brings us some way too early reactions from this busy day and week in the NBA. --- HoopsPLUS is a fantastic way to support our podcast and get more Basketball Card content every single week!  Podcasts, Prizes, Discord community, and much more for less than $5 a month!  To join HoopsPLUS, just click https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and support our podcast!! ----- JOIN THE COMMUNITY DISCORD at https://discord.gg/76Cs8WNY - we'll talk about ALL things NBA and Basketball Cards ONLY! ---- TO SIGN UP FOR CARD LADDER PRO through Hoops and Cards, go to https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=hoops As always, please send DMs to Gary at the @hoopsandcards Instagram account or email at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com!

Life happens, even for an NBA Podcaster! In the middle of a series about "five players to watch or invest in during the offseason," our host's wife came down with colon cancer and his Dad was sent to the hospital. Gary, our podcast host, breaks free from a rough few weeks to bring us (finally) some thoughts on Basketball Buying season and two of the best young players in the NBA.

Tyrese Maxey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are two very familiar names to listeners of Hoops, as Gary has been personally investing in their cards for years now, and loves watching them develop as players and playoff leaders.

As always, we would love to hear from you via Instagram DM @hoopsandcards or email gary@hoopsandcards.com!

We love listening to collectors, dealers, and card shop owners who have been doing this thing for a long time.  Keith and Brian from Neuhart Cards have experience, stories, and perspectives to help anyone who is looking to take a "next step" in Basketball Card collecting and investing.  Today's episode welcomes Brian Rideout - a collector and investor and card shop teammate at Neuhart Cards - to share his story about how he got into sports cards as a career, doing business online, and keeping up with today's market!  Thank you for listening!

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Hoops and Cards reacts to the pre-deadline trades in the NBA as the Clips get Norman Powell, the Cavs get Caris Levert, and nobody gets Tyrese Maxey from Philly.  We'll break down the possible trades and how the card market could react to them, while also looking at certain players - like Lamelo Ball and Dejounte Murray - who deserved to be All-Stars this year.  Gary also shares about his card show and card shop trips from a weekend where he didn't have much actual time for either, but came away with some autos and Burrows!

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In today’s episode, we share our experience going to a Cleveland Cavaliers game that was so much fun, talk about this weeks FIVE BUYS - five basketball players to focus on as buying opportunities, and say a bit about current events in the market. HoopsPLUS is a fantastic way to support our podcast and get more Basketball Card content every single week!  Podcasts, Prizes, Discord community, and much more for less than $5 a month!  To join HoopsPLUS, just click https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and support our podcast!! JOIN THE COMMUNITY DISCORD at https://discord.gg/76Cs8WNY - we'll talk about ALL things NBA and Basketball Cards ONLY! ----  TO SIGN UP FOR CARD LADDER PRO through Hoops and Cards, go to https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=hoops As always, please send DMs to Gary at the @hoopsandcards Instagram account or email at hoopsandcardspodcast@gmail.com! NAMES FOR DOLLAR DEALS - Caleb Martin (Miami), Chris Boucher (Toronto), Max Strus (Miami), Desmond Bane (Memphis), Fred VanVleet (Toronto), Anfernee Simons (Portland), Cam Johnson (Phoenix), Malik Monk (LA Lakers), Robert Williams (Boston), Miles Bridges (Charlotte), Jalen Brunson (Dallas), Daniel Gafford (Washington), Jaren Jackson Jr (Memphis), Duncan Robinson (Miami), Christian Wood Prizms (Houston), Jaylen Nowell (Minnesota), Darius Garland better not be in anyone's dollar box!  :).  Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia), Saddiq Bey (Detroit), Caris LeVert (Indiana), Cole Anthony (Orlando), Jarrett Allen (Cleveland).