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Hoops and Cards: Basketball for Sports Card Collectors and Investors!

274 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

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Episodes

Weekend Preview, Dollar Box Names and Cards to Chase, and What I'm Buying Right Now

January 15, 2022 05:20 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Whether you're hitting up the local card shop, going to a card show, or surfing deals on eBay this weekend, this episode is for you!  Basketball card collectors and investors can still find tons of great players and newer cards for less than $5 or $10 if you're willing to look and search in the right places.  Gary talks about players and cards he's buying, as well as some things we've heard on the "other" sports podcasts when it comes to the NBA here in January.  Get ready for your weekend an...

FIVE BUYS: December Review and FIVE MORE for January! (This episode is not about Klay Thompson).

January 10, 2022 20:20 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Hoops and Cards is here to add value and fun to your hobby life!  FIVE BUYS for Basketball Card investors and collectors!  How did our December picks fare and would we still recommend them?  What players and products look solid for January?  Gary gives us a list of his latest plays, with some suggestions of cards and strategies to consider next.   Meanwhile, we cover some of the current events and rumors floating around the Association, including trade deadlines and new card releases.  You wo...

Basketball Cards 101: What Makes a Card Stand Out? Things to look for when selecting your cards!

January 09, 2022 23:13 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MB

Our "101" series is back just in time for new Basketball Card releases of NBA Hoops and Donruss!  This week's edition of Basketball Cards 101 looks at all of the things that might make a card "worth more" or uniquely attractive in some way.  If you're new or returning to the hobby - or know someone who is - then this overview of all things you might find in a card will be more than worth your time.  Gary talks us through special features like autographs, variations, parallels, numbers... all...

Picking today’s NBA All-Stars and Cards to Watch: Western Conference

January 05, 2022 03:34 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

Today we look at the BEST players in the NBA Western Conference and some of their cards to consider. Gary takes 15 guys who have earned All-Star consideration to this point, but anything could happen!  We would love to have you as a part of HoopsPLUS, our Membership platform where you'll get more podcasts, more connections, prizes, updates, and become a part of the supporting team here at Hoops and Cards!  If you're an NBA Fan and Basketball Card collector, you'll love taking it to the next...

Picking today’s NBA All-Stars and Cards to Watch: Eastern Conference

December 22, 2021 04:50 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MB

Today we look at the BEST players in the NBA Eastern Conference and some of their cards to consider. Gary takes 15 guys who have earned All-Star consideration to this point, but anything could happen! To join HoopsPLUS, just click https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subscribe and support our podcast! JOIN THE COMMUNITY DISCORD by emailing us at [email protected] - we'll talk about ALL things NBA and Basketball Cards ONLY! TO SIGN UP FOR CARD LADDER PRO through Hoops and Cards, go to ...

What we are getting Panini, PSA, Zion, Luka, and You for Christmas 2021!

December 19, 2021 20:53 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Tis the season and Gary is back to share Christmas Gift ideas for everyone in the Sports Card universe! Collectors, Investors, Players, Companies, and NBA Teams are all on Santa’s hit list and the gifts and predictions are fast and furious in this one! Check out today's episode and don't forget to join HoopsPLUS - here's the scoop:  YOU'RE INVITED!  To our new member-supporter platform for any of you who would like more content, more community, and the chance to support Gary and Hoops and C...

Christmas Gifts for Panini, PSA, Zion, Luka, and You!

December 19, 2021 20:53 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Tis the season and Gary is back to share Christmas Gift ideas for everyone in the Sports Card universe! Collectors, Investors, Players, Companies, and NBA Teams are all on Santa’s hit list and the gifts and predictions are fast and furious in this one! Check out today's episode and don't forget to join HoopsPLUS - here's the scoop:  YOU'RE INVITED!  To our new member-supporter platform for any of you who would like more content, more community, and the chance to support Gary and Hoops and C...

FIVE BUYS for Christmas Gifts and Christmas Day Games in the NBA!

December 15, 2021 01:39 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

Less than two weeks till Christmas and maybe you're still shopping for gifts... or maybe you WANT Basketball cards for Christmas!  We don't blame you!  Today's episode gives us TWO "FIVE BUY" countdowns - one for players and one for card products and Christmas Gift Ideas for your favorite Hoops and Cards junkie!  We hope you have a terrific holiday and stay healthier than most NBA stars are these days - what a strange season it is in the NBA! ---- To join HoopsPLUS, just click https://anchor....

Who's Hot and Who's Not, Trade Rumor Madness, and New Release Dates!

December 09, 2021 23:36 - 31 minutes - 25.5 MB

Today's episode features current NBA and Basketball Card updates to help you stay "in the know" here in a strange December market.  Gary covers NBA trade rumors swirling around Damian Lillard, Domantas Sabonis, Ben Simmons, and more!  Finally, the 2021-22 basketball card release dates are specific and soon - Hoops, Donruss, and others are on the way and we've got you covered! YOU'RE INVITED!  To our new member-supporter platform for any of you who would like more content, more community, and ...

Basketball Cards 101: Ranking the LAST FIVE ROOKIE Classes! 2017-2021 Stars, Deals, and Wax Buys!

December 07, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Rookies are usually the hottest cards each Basketball season, and for good reason!  In this episode, we rank the last FIVE rookie classes - including names like Luka, Zion, Tatum, LaMelo, and Cade!  Which players are destined for superstar status, the hall of fame, or injured reserve?  Which cards would be worth chasing?  Which sealed wax products are the best (safest) deals right now with more growth potential?  Check out today's episode and don't forget to join HoopsPLUS - here's the scoop...

FIVE BUYS for December’s Tough Market, Lebron Protocols and Da Bargains!

December 02, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MB

Market forces are blowing the value of Basketball Cards every which way, but some players and products are trending up.  Even this week, Gary at HoopsandCards gives us some timely stats, insights, and opportunities for players stepping into the spotlight.  You'll enjoy today's episode about FIVE BUYS in a roller-coaster market - some are risky and some are longer-term strategic - all for you as investors and collectors of the Global game, NBA Basketball! YOU'RE INVITED!  To our new member-s...

Basketball Cards 101: The 2020-21 Rookie Class for Collectors, Investors, and Anthony Edwards!

November 30, 2021 03:15 - 39 minutes - 31.5 MB

Our Basketball Cards 101 series helps beginning investors and collectors embrace and understand some of the basics of Basketball Cards! In today's episode, Gary takes a look at the 2020-21 Rookie Class, one year after they launched their new careers in the NBA.  With Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, and the surging Tyrese Maxey... this class has a lot of star power and card values to watch over the next year and the next decade!  But how does this class stack up against other classes from 2017...

Happy Thanksgiving to the NBA, the Sports Card Hobby, and You!

November 24, 2021 20:53 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Here in the USA, we are celebrating Thanksgiving week and it reminded me to finish our very own Thanksgiving episode of Hoops and Cards! Gary rattles off all the terrific people and opportunities to be thankful (or not) this year in Basketball Cards! YOU'RE INVITED!  For more Basketball Card updates, podcast episodes, and support of our podcast, sign up for HoopsPLUS, our new member-supporter platform for any of you who would like more content, more community, and the chance to support Gary a...

NBA Updates, 2019 Rookie Watch, and, well…Sweet Home Alabama?

November 22, 2021 20:15 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

After four adventurous days in the Deep South USA, Gary is back to talk NBA cards, major injuries, rising investments, and 2019 Wax Buys. Hoops and Cards is all for the Basketball collector and investor in you, with a growing fan base in more than 45 countries around the world! YOU'RE INVITED!  For more Basketball Card updates, podcast episodes, and support of our podcast, sign up for HoopsPLUS, our new member-supporter platform for any of you who would like more content, more community, an...

Who's Hot Who's Not, Curry's Heat Index and of course, Tyrese Maxey

November 12, 2021 15:10 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

We're back with another weekend episode about all things NBA Basketball Cards!  Gary gives us a first-ever rundown of Who's Hot and Who's Not, a mix of players whose card values are trending in one direction or another right now.  Let's not only look at a team or player's performance, but the overall flow of the NBA season and the playoff potential for these card values.  Hello, Tyrese Maxey! YOU'RE INVITED!  For more Basketball Card updates, podcast episodes, and support of our podcast, si...

FIVE BUYS: Finding and Flipping the "Next" Miles Bridges

November 09, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Well, we've seen at least one player's performance send his cards "through the roof" in the first month of the NBA season.  Can you guess who might be next?  The NBA is full of players who are stepping into larger roles and outstanding performances here in November and it won't be long before your local dealers and eBay sellers find out about them.  Our Host Gary gives you FIVE BUYS with details on players who are storming onto the scene in today's NBA with affordable, available rookie cards...

Basketball Cards 101: How to Protect and Display Your Cards

November 05, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Basketball Cards 101 covers the essential, critical, MAIN things you need to know as a Basketball Card collector or investor.  The condition of your cards is extremely important to what they are worth and how they look.  Today's episode has Gary talking about how to take good care of your cards and keep them in good condition for display or resale.  If you value your Basketball cards now and in the future, you'll learn to handle them with care and caution, and perhaps even have them professi...

Budget Buys and Investing Strategies for the "Bermuda Triangle"

November 03, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

It's a strange time for the cards market as people have more big sporting events to watch than at any other time of the year!  Two weeks in to the NBA season, some players have taken their games to the next level.  New superstars, future stars, and GOATs can still present a perfect buying opportunity for patient investors and collectors.  Gary from HoopsandCards brings us some strategic ideas for superstar cards under $100 that can help you level up before the New Year.   YOU'RE INVITED!  F...

Card Show Saturday, Dollar Box Ducks, and Miles Bridges on Fire!

October 30, 2021 23:42 - 36 minutes - 24.7 MB

It's the WEEKEND and that means we're heading to a Card Show!  This time, Gary goes dollar-box diving for treasures, rookies, and giveaways for the show.  The FIRST SIX listeners to message Gary directly on Instagram @hoopsandcards will receive a free "DUCK" - dollar box card - in the mail next week from Gary's card show treasure hunt.  One elusive "treasure," the Miles Bridges Prizm Silver, is rapidly increasing in value, and so we discuss other hot players and cards intros episode, as well...

WHAT BUYS? How do you even know who or when to Buy?

October 28, 2021 14:16 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

We frequently release a podcast about "hot" players or cards and suggest them as "FIVE BUYS."  But how would we know?  What things do we look for?  How can you, as a collector or investor, apply some of the same ideas or principles and learn to recognize an emerging card or player before the prices jump?  Yes, it's still possible, and Gary - our host at HoopsandCards - spends much of this episode talking about the "indicators" for a player or a card that push him and others toward these as b...

What Got You Here Won't Get You There

October 27, 2021 13:16 - 34 minutes - 27.6 MB

Short phrases can be powerful.  Voices can have influence.  In this episode of HOOPSANDCARDS, Gary shares two key thoughts to remember when it comes to buying and selling basketball cards in the market right now.  The first is "What are you listening to?" How will you stay current and effective in following the NBA and finding great deals on basketball cards?  What voices, sources, sites, people are helping you make decisions and set goals for your Cards?  Gary shares some of the things are ...

Fast Starts, PSA Grading Adventures, and the Amazing Ja Morant!

October 25, 2021 23:32 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

We're nearly one week into this NBA season and a Basketball Card market that is back on the move.  Which players have shown up so far with the potential to break out?  Which players seem to be missing in action?  Gary takes HoopsandCards personally, giving us some suggestions and stories from this weekend and some goals for the week ahead.  This episode deals with Listener Feedback and puts a deserving spotlight on superstar point guard, Ja Morant! We will also feature more content, podcast...

Basketball Cards 101: The Brands and Sets of Basketball Cards (Part 2 of 2)

October 22, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 21 MB

These days, Basketball Cards come from so many brands, variations, and styles.  For this episode of Basketball Cards 101, we wanted to give you a "CLIFFS NOTES"-esque review of all the major brands in 2021 and some information about each one.  Gary walks us through names like NBA Hoops, Donruss, Mosaic, Select, Optic, Prizm, and more!  Don't feel the pressure to learn everything about each brand, just pick one or two that you like and want to collect!  This is part TWO of a 2-part series on ...

Basketball Cards 101: The Brands and Sets of Basketball Cards (Part 1 of 2)

October 20, 2021 21:54 - 30 minutes - 24.6 MB

These days, Basketball Cards come from so many brands, variations, and styles.  For this episode of Basketball Cards 101, we wanted to give you a "CLIFFS NOTES"-esque review of all the major brands in 2021 and some information about each one.  Gary walks us through names like NBA Hoops, Donruss, Mosaic, Select, Optic, Prizm, and more!  Don't feel the pressure to learn everything about each brand, just pick one or two that you like and want to collect!  This is part one of a 2-part series on ...

FIVE BUYS for the First Month of the NBA Season and Listener Feedback!

October 18, 2021 15:12 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

Tuesday night marks the start of the 2020-21 NBA Season.  Collectors and investors may want some advanced notice of certain players or cards that could see a spike in their values during these first few weeks.  For our first "FIVE BUYS" segment of this season, Gary gives us FIVE specific "things" that he believes are worth buying at today's prices and timing in the Basketball Card market.  Some of these are specific players, and some are certain products or versions of cards.  Buying season ...

Women of the Hobby with Samantha, Preseason plays and Dollar Box Diving!

October 15, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 30 MB

Today's episode features another Sports Card entrepreneur and podcaster - Samantha from Women of the Hobby!  In early 2021, "WOTH" started connecting with women collectors, investors, and sports fans, and content creators in the world of Sports Cards.  Sam's podcast, Instagram, and YouTube channel is building a community of women of the hobby who share their stories and feature a hobby-themed "Woman of the Week."  Men and women alike will enjoy this episode of Hoops and Cards, where we all ca...

Market Update: This Year is NOT Last Year - Perspective for Collectors and Investors

October 14, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

Last October, it seemed like ANY sports card or product you would buy would see its value increase within weeks or months.  Our host, Gary, recalls how different things were one year ago and the change in perspective and expectations we will need here in this new NBA season.  Investors will have to get smarter and stay ahead of trends in the market, and collectors will have to be more picky or discerning with their limited spending dollars.  Today's extra episode (we usually do two a week) c...

2021-22 NBA Season Preview (Part 2) Rookies and Breakout Players with Sam from SlabStox and MORE Listener Feedback!

October 12, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MB

With less than eight days until the ASSOCIATION starts up again, Gary sits down with Sam from SAM DUNKS at SlabStox for PART TWO of our fearless predictions.  You'll want to hear our picks for Rookie of the Year and Most Improved or Breakout Candidates that could greatly affect the Basketball Card values as well!  Collectors and investors will love some of the perspective and experience these two guys bring to the table, as well as some friendly banter about Kevin Porter Jr.  We would love t...

2021-22 NBA Season Preview (Part 1) with Sam from SlabStox and Listener Feedback!

October 11, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

With less than two weeks until the ASSOCIATION starts up again, Gary sits down with Sam from SAM DUNKS at SlabStox to make some fearless predictions.  We countdown our Top Teams and Top MVP contenders for this upcoming season.  Collectors and investors will love some of the perspective and experience these two guys bring to the table, as well as some friendly banter about the Nets and Lakers.  We would love to hear your takes as well, as you can record your own messages to us or send a DM to...

Five Buys for Five Bucks: Budget deals for the NBA Preseason

October 08, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

You DON'T have a million dollars to spend on cards, but you DO have FIVE BUCKS.  As we countdown to the start of the NBA season, our host Gary wants to share five great deals on basketball cards, players, and brands for about FIVE U.S. Dollars.  Prices may vary in other countries, and you may have to pay sales tax on eBay, but you'll be glad you found these supreme bargains from today's episode! TO JOIN OUR NEW "HoopsPLUS" supporter program, click here - https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/subs...

Basketball Cards 101: Buying and Selling Schedule for the 2021-22 NBA Season

October 06, 2021 17:41 - 36 minutes - 24.7 MB

When the NBA Season starts, most of us will be excited to buy and watch players who are making headlines.  But how do you plan and invest in Basketball Cards strategically throughout the course of the NBA calendar?  Are there some obvious buying opportunities and moments to prepare for?  What does the card market do around the All-Star Game, Christmas Day, or the Spring push for the playoffs?  In today's episode, we think at the "101" Basics level about the upcoming NBA season, and our host ...

Weekend Update - Trade Nights, Porter Juniors, and the End of Buying Season

October 04, 2021 12:34 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

This first weekend of October starts the countdown to another awesome season of NBA Basketball! Gary shares random thoughts from a great card show and current events here at the end of NBA buying season! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

Basketball Cards 101: Where to Grade Your Cards - an Overview of PSA, HGA, SGC and more!

October 02, 2021 13:25 - 41 minutes - 38.8 MB

You've heard us talk about the value of grading cards and which cards to grade.  With this episode, Gary looks at all of the current options (late September 2021) for companies that will happily take your money to grade your cards and send them back in a "slab."  Here's an overview of what's offered for budget investors and collectors at PSA, SGC, HGA, BGS, SGC, and any other three-letter acronyms we can think of.   If you enjoy collecting Basketball Cards, this podcast is for you! If you wan...

NBA Media Day, Fun with KD, and our first-ever Listener Feedback!

September 27, 2021 22:25 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MB

Here's an episode that has it all! As the NBA speaks out today on Media Day at the beginning of Training Camp, we invite our listeners to speak out with questions, takes, and feedback on the show.  Host Gary reacts and responds to some of your questions and also gives some thoughts on the big news of Media Day.  Was it Zion's surgery?  Kyrie trade rumors?  Yet another episode of Hoops and Cards where you won't hear a word about Ben Simmons - let's get after it! If you enjoy collecting Baske...

One of Us! Collecting KPJ in Melbourne, Australia with @kpjcardkollecta

September 25, 2021 19:46 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Basketball cards are a growing, global, interactive pursuit for so many collectors and investors.  From time to time, we want to feature some of our regular Hoops and Cards listeners and enjoy some stories, advice, and encouragement from our startup community. One of our faithful listeners, Michael, collects and displays a vast array Kevin Porter Jr cards from his home in Melbourne, Australia!  For this episode, Gary and Michael talk about how Michael chose to go "all in" on this emerging you...

FIVE BUYS! NBA Bargains and Players I Just Don't Like (Sorry, Not Sorry)

September 23, 2021 21:24 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

We all have our favorites.  It's true of you, and it's true of Gary at Hoops and Cards. Meanwhile, some of the players we root against are actually GREAT bargains in today's Basketball Card Market.  Today's episode marks the countdown of our "Most Forgotten" or "Most Despised" or "Least Collected" players for a variety of reasons that sometimes make sense. As always, you'll get some encouragement and value as a card investor and collector as Gary shares opportunities and scouting reports for ...

Monday Updates - Donruss Optic, Dollar Box Deals, and Jamal Murray!

September 20, 2021 18:28 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

September is the final month of the NBA Offseason, leading to some incredible buying opportunities for sports card collectors and investors.  This Weekend Wrap Up, hosted by Gary Underwood, brings you some stories about scoring some deals at card shows, questions and ideas from our listeners, and scouting reports on everyone from Jamal Murray to Poku! If you enjoy collecting Basketball Cards, this podcast is for you! If you want to make money investing in Basketball Cards, this podcast is ...

FIVE BUYS: Prizm and Optic NBA Plays from the 2016-17 Rookie Class

September 17, 2021 18:42 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

By year five, an NBA player has shown most of what he can do and how far he will rise among the league greats. 2016 was a special year on so many levels, including the Basketball Card market with Donruss Optic and a bevy of under-the-radar superstars who have the potential to make card investors look incredibly smart if they buy in before the 2021 season begins! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

The Joker, The Balls, and Buying Season isn't Over!

September 14, 2021 19:56 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

As the NFL season starts, we have at least one more week (maybe three weeks) of the NBA offseason - Basketball card prices are down and we still can’t believe the bargains! Host Gary takes us to his next plans and predictions about three incredible players with Hall of Fame potential. Trae Young, LaMelo Ball, and Nikola Jokic carry some huge expectations from their NBA teams and card collectors like us! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

Basketball Cards 101: What Cards should you get Graded?

September 09, 2021 00:15 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MB

Grading cards has become so popular that nearly every solid company has been flooded with sports cards to grade. Should we still grade cards? How? Where? When? Does it even matter? Gary takes us through a variety of options and stories and things he’s learning along the way. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

FIVE BUYS - Great Basketball Card deals for less than Ten Bucks - $10

September 02, 2021 20:29 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Even in 2021, Sports cards are NOT just for the big spenders and siyx-figure investors.  You CAN find affordable options on great superstar, rookie, and recent Basketball cards as a collector/investor, and we are here to help you do it.  Our Host, Gary, brings you some insights on chasing budget cards and specific cards to target here in September before the NBA season starts! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

Basketball Cards 101: Prospecting for NBA Future Stars in 2021-22

August 31, 2021 20:30 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Some players take a year or three to develop into solid NBA players and stars. How can we identify and invest in the right prospects for the future when there are so many options? Gary takes us to Prospecting today with some things to look for and some places to learn about players in today’s NBA game. Maybe you will find the next Giannis, Draymond, or Joker! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

September Card Goals, Selling to Dealers, and NBA Trade Reax

August 28, 2021 22:28 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

Welcome to Football season all round the world! From Messi to Mahomes, the sports card word is ignoring the NBA right now and we are fine with it. Dwayne Wade may be on vacation, but we aren’t! This weekend update brings you a hit list of cards in the $250-$500 range and all of Gary’s thoughts on the 3-way trade in the NBA! Today’s episode dedicated to Nikola Jokic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

Basketball Cards 101: Tips and Strategies for Buying Cards on eBay

August 26, 2021 02:19 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

eBay is obviously a fantastic place to buy or sell anything - especially basketball cards. But how do you find the best deals? What are some tips or inside strategies for buying and selling cards to make the most profit or save money? No worries - this episode is for you beginner level customers or sellers looking to deal cards online at eBay. Gary, our host, covers some of his experiences and lessons about eBay deals that will help you during this NBA card buying month of August! --- Sen...

Basketball Cards 101: Level Up into Better Cards!

August 23, 2021 20:34 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

If you’re investing or collecting on a budget, you’ll eventually want to get better cards! Gary shares his journey from zero dollars invested to purchasing bargain cards and now chasing some expensive ones. We talk strategy and card goals! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message

TOP FIVE BUYS from the Eastern Conference (Countdown from 5 to 1) during Buying Season!

August 23, 2021 00:42 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Who are the TOP five buys right now in the NBA’s Eastern Conference? Gary brings us the second installment of his Top Ten Buys from the East, picking from GOATS (hint: there's only one), SUPERSTARS, RISING STARS, and PROSPECTS.  You'll hear some great names to focus in on for basketball card investing and some card recommendations for your personal collection!  August is the time to buy, when everyone else is focusing on the NFL or MLB and prices for NBA cards are lower for at least a few mor...

FIVE BUYS from the Eastern Conference (Countdown from 10 to 6) during Buying Season!

August 21, 2021 22:53 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

We've covered the Western Conference, and now it's time to look to the land of Trae, Giannis, and Tatum!  Gary brings us the first installment of his Top Ten Buys from the East, picking from GOATS (hint: there's only one), SUPERSTARS, RISING STARS, and PROSPECTS.  You'll hear some great names to focus in on for basketball card investing and some card recommendations for your personal collection!  August is the time to buy, when everyone else is focusing on the NFL or MLB and prices for NBA ca...

Top FIVE BUYS in the Western Conference - NBA Basketball Players and Cards to Watch

August 18, 2021 21:07 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MB

Our countdown of the TOP TEN August buys in the West continues today as Gary gives us five incredible players to chase - a goat, a superstar, and three rising stars under the age of 24!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoopsandcards/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoopsandcards/support

TOP NBA BUYS Countdown from the Western Conference - Numbers 6-10 - Plays for Offseason Profit 🏀

August 17, 2021 22:55 - 33 minutes - 27.1 MB

Here’s the start of a five-part series on the Top Ten buys in each conference of the NBA for Basketball Cards today! Gary takes us to the research and rationale behind players 6-10 in the West and some cards to scoop up this week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoopsandcards/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoopsandcards/support

Ten NBA Buys Countdown from the Western Conference - Numbers 6-10 - Plays for Offseason Profit 🏀

August 17, 2021 22:55 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MB

Here’s the start of a five-part series on the Top Ten buys in each conference of the NBA for Basketball Cards today! Gary takes us to the research and rationale behind players 6-10 in the West and some cards to scoop up this week! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hoopsandcards/support