2025-26 Topps Basketball Guide

View Full Checklist

Total

27786

Insert Inserts

5554

Parallels

25309

Auto Autos

3548

Relic Relics

2484

Numbered

20708

Total Cards

27786

Insert Icon Inserts

5554

Parallel Icon Parallels

25309

Auto Icon Autos

3548

Relic Icon Relics

2484

Numbered Icon Numbered

20708

Release date: Thursday 23rd October 2025

2025–26 Topps Basketball marks the long-awaited return of fully licensed NBA cards under the Topps banner, re-establishing the flagship line as a cornerstone of basketball collecting. Designed in the familiar Topps flagship style, the set blends modern NBA stars, top rookies, and established legends across a deep base checklist supported by an extensive range of parallels. The product places strong emphasis on visual variety, with foilboard finishes, colour-based tiers, and short-printed variations that reward both set builders and parallel chasers.

Autographs and memorabilia form a key part of the release, with signature content integrated across multiple themes that draw inspiration from both classic Topps basketball designs and contemporary formats. Collectors can expect a mix of on-card autographs, rookie signatures, throwback-style autograph inserts, and premium relic cards, alongside case-level chase inserts that elevate the overall experience. With its combination of licensed NBA imagery, broad checklist depth, and modern flagship presentation, Topps Basketball 2025–26 signals a new era for Topps in the NBA hobby and reintroduces a familiar collecting experience for a new generation.

Boxes Available

Blaster Box

Current Avg

£25

Launch RRP £25

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Packs/Box: 12
Cards/Pack: 12

Additional Notes

5 x Base Parallels, 4 x 1980-81 Topps Inserts, 6 x Additional Inserts

Mega Box

Current Avg

£80

+£35 (+78%) Launch RRP £45

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Boxes/Case: 20
Packs/Box: 16
Cards/Pack: 14

Additional Notes

4 x Base Parallels, 8 x 1980-81 Topps Inserts, 16 x Additional Inserts

Jumbo Box

Current Avg

£190

Launch RRP £190

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Boxes/Case: 8
Packs/Box: 10
Cards/Pack: 40

Guaranteed Hits

Autos: 1

Relics: 1

Hobby Box

Current Avg

£200

+£95 (+90%) Launch RRP £105

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Boxes/Case: 12
Packs/Box: 12
Cards/Pack: 20

Guaranteed Hits

Auto or Relic: 1

Numbered: 1

Additional Notes

1 x Silver Pack, 3 x Base Parallels, 2 x Short Inserts, 2 x 1980-81 Topps Inserts, 7 x Additional Inserts

Blaster Box

Current Avg

£25

Launch RRP £25

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Packs/Box: 12
Cards/Pack: 12

Additional Notes

5 x Base Parallels, 4 x 1980-81 Topps Inserts, 6 x Additional Inserts

Mega Box

Current Avg

£80

+£35 (+78%) Launch RRP £45

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Boxes/Case: 20
Packs/Box: 16
Cards/Pack: 14

Additional Notes

4 x Base Parallels, 8 x 1980-81 Topps Inserts, 16 x Additional Inserts

Jumbo Box

Current Avg

£190

Launch RRP £190

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Boxes/Case: 8
Packs/Box: 10
Cards/Pack: 40

Guaranteed Hits

Autos: 1

Relics: 1

Hobby Box

Current Avg

£200

+£95 (+90%) Launch RRP £105

Updated 27 Jan 2026

Configuration

Boxes/Case: 12
Packs/Box: 12
Cards/Pack: 20

Guaranteed Hits

Auto or Relic: 1

Numbered: 1

Additional Notes

1 x Silver Pack, 3 x Base Parallels, 2 x Short Inserts, 2 x 1980-81 Topps Inserts, 7 x Additional Inserts

Example Cards

Box Breakdown

Base

1 cards

Base

53 parallels /2025 → /1

Aqua Holo Foil Unnumbered Blackout Unnumbered Blue Sandglitter Unnumbered Crackleboard Unnumbered Diamante Unnumbered Holo Foil Unnumbered Pink Diamante Unnumbered Pink Holo Foil Unnumbered Rainbow Foilboard Unnumbered Sandglitter Unnumbered Season Tip Unnumbered Topps Foil Pattern Unnumbered Victory Unnumbered Gold /2025 Purple Holo Foil /250 Purple Rainbow /250 Blue Holo Foil /150 Blue Rainbow /150 Green Crackleboard /99 Green Holo Foil /99 Green Rainbow /99 Season Tip-Off Green /99 Surge /99 Black /68 Flash Drop /50 Gold Crackleboard /50 Gold Diamante /50 Gold Holo Foil /50 Gold Rainbow /50 Season Tip-Off Gold /50 Cart Load /25 Orange Crackleboard /25 Orange Diamante /25 Orange Holo Foil /25 Orange Rainbow /25 Season Tip-Off Orange /25 Wood /25 Black Crackleboard /10 Black Diamante /10 Black Holo Foil /10 Black Rainbow /10 Cyber Circuit /5 Red Crackleboard /5 Red Diamante /5 Red Holo Foil /5 Red Rainbow /5 Season Tip-Off Red /5 Doorbuster 1/1 ( /1 First Card /1 FoilFractor /1 Platinum Crackleboard /1 Platinum Holo Foil /1 Season Tip-Off Black /1

Insert

32 cards

1980-81 Topps Basketball

7 parallels /99 → /1

Pink Unnumbered Green /99 Gold /50 Orange /25 Black /10 Red /5 Platinum /1

1980-81 Topps Chrome Basketball Mojo

7 parallels /199 → /1

Aqua Mojo Refractor /199 Green Mojo Refractor /150 Gold Mojo Refractor /50 Orange Mojo Refractor /25 Black Mojo Refractor /10 Red Mojo Refractor /10 SuperFractor /1

8-Bit Ballers

9 parallels /250 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Purple Holo Foil /250 Blue Holo Foil /150 Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

All Kings

Base Player Number Variations

Big Box Ballers

Class of 2025

2 parallels /5 → /1

Red /5 FoilFractor /1

Clutch City Prospects

9 parallels /250 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Purple Holo Foil /250 Blue Holo Foil /150 Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Comic Court

Companion Cards

Companion Cards Short Prints

Generation Now

9 parallels /250 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Purple Holo Foil /250 Blue Holo Foil /150 Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Golden Mirror Image Variations

Hardwood Stars

Hidden Gems (Emerald Green)

3 parallels /10 → /1

Citrine Orange /10 Alexandrite Blue /5 Painite Red /1

Home Court

Levitation

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Limited Stock Legends

5 parallels /99 → /1

Surge /99 Flash Drop /50 Cart Load /25 Cyber Circuit /5 Doorbuster /1

MVP Vault

9 parallels /250 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Purple Rainbow /250 Blue Rainbow /150 Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

New School

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

No Limit

9 parallels /250 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Purple Rainbow /250 Blue Rainbow /150 Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Oversized Topps Cards

Oversized Topps Cards Short Prints

Power Players

9 parallels /250 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Purple Holo Foil /250 Blue Holo Foil /150 Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Rip Night

1 parallel

Blue Gold Orange Red Unnumbered

Rise to Stardom

9 parallels /250 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Purple Rainbow /250 Blue Rainbow /150 Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Scan and Slam

5 parallels /99 → /1

Surge /99 Flash Drop /50 Cart Load /25 Cyber Circuit /5 Doorbuster /1

Social Media Followback Redemption

Sole Ambition

Sonic Boom

Stars of the NBA

9 parallels /250 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Purple Rainbow /250 Blue Rainbow /150 Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

The Daily Dribble

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Auto

18 cards

1980-81 Topps Basketball Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

1980-81 Topps Basketball Rookie Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

1980-81 Topps Basketball Triple Autographs

Dual

3 parallels /10 → /1

Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

1980-81 Topps Chrome Basketball Rookie Mojo Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Mojo Refractor /50 Orange Mojo Refractor /25 Black Mojo Refractor /10 Red Mojo Refractor /10 SuperFractor /1

1980-81 Topps Chrome Basketball Veteran Mojo Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Mojo Refractor /50 Orange Mojo Refractor /25 Black Mojo Refractor /10 Red Mojo Refractor /10 SuperFractor /1

Contemporary Marks

7 parallels /99 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Fanatics Authentic Autographed Redemptions

Flagship Real One Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Flagship Real One Rookie Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Havoc Marks

7 parallels /99 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Marks of Excellence

7 parallels /99 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

New Applicants Autographs

7 parallels /99 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Retail Rush Signatures

Rookie Photo Shoot Autographs

2 parallels /5 → /1

Red /5 Platinum /1

Rookie Photo Shoot Dual Autographs

Dual

2 parallels /5 → /1

Red /5 Platinum /1

Shopping Spree Signatures

3 parallels /50 → /1

Flash Drop /50 Cart Load /25 Doorbuster /1

Signed and Sealed

7 parallels /99 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Topps Notch Signatures

7 parallels /99 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Relic

9 cards

Flagship Real One Relics

5 parallels /50 → /1

Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Franchise Fabrics

7 parallels /99 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Own the Game Relics

7 parallels /99 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Retail Ripper Relics

5 parallels /99 → /1

Surge /99 Flash Drop /50 Cart Load /25 Cyber Circuit /5 Doorbuster /1

Rise to the Occasion Relics

7 parallels /99 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Rookie Roundball Remnants

7 parallels /99 → /1

Rainbow Unnumbered Green Rainbow /99 Gold Rainbow /50 Orange Rainbow /25 Black Rainbow /10 Red Rainbow /5 FoilFractor /1

Store Exclusive Relics

5 parallels /99 → /1

Surge /99 Flash Drop /50 Cart Load /25 Cyber Circuit /5 Doorbuster /1

Swish and Stitch Relics

7 parallels /99 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Woven Wonders Relics

7 parallels /99 → /1

Holo Foil Unnumbered Green Holo Foil /99 Gold Holo Foil /50 Orange Holo Foil /25 Black Holo Foil /10 Red Holo Foil /5 Platinum Holo Foil /1

Players in card

Search players

Team filter

Loading…

Breakers Corner

Basketball Fact Sheet

Quick stats and live hobby activity to help you decide how to break this product and understand current demand.

Players

369

Players included in the full checklist.

Teams

Teams featured across the set.

Rookies

Confirmed rookie cards to chase.

FAQs

2025-26 Topps Basketball FAQs

Quick answers generated from the checklist, box and collection data available on Fanter.

What boxes are available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Basketball boxes include Hobby Box (12 packs, 20 cards per pack) with 1 guaranteed auto or relic and 1 guaranteed numbered card at £200, Jumbo Box (10 packs, 40 cards per pack) with 1 guaranteed auto and 1 guaranteed relic at £190, Mega Box (16 packs, 14 cards per pack) at £80 and Blaster Box (12 packs, 12 cards per pack) at £25.

How much is 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

Current listed pricing for 2025-26 Topps Basketball ranges from around £25 to £200, depending on box format and availability.

What are the chase cards in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Basketball includes chase cards for players such as Cooper Flagg, Victor Wembanyama, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shaquille O'Neal, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Edwards. These are some of the rarer or more desirable cards collectors may look for in the set.

What autos are available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

The autographs available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball include 1980-81 Topps Basketball Autographs, 1980-81 Topps Basketball Rookie Autographs, 1980-81 Topps Basketball Triple Autographs, 1980-81 Topps Chrome Basketball Rookie Mojo Autographs, 1980-81 Topps Chrome Basketball Veteran Mojo Autographs, Contemporary Marks, Fanatics Authentic Autographed Redemptions, Flagship Real One Autographs, Flagship Real One Rookie Autographs, Havoc Marks, Marks of Excellence, New Applicants Autographs, Retail Rush Signatures, Rookie Photo Shoot Autographs, Rookie Photo Shoot Dual Autographs, Shopping Spree Signatures, Signed and Sealed and Topps Notch Signatures from players like Zion Williamson, Kevin Garnett, Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell and Vince Carter.

What relics are available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

The relics available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball include Flagship Real One Relics, Franchise Fabrics, Own the Game Relics, Retail Ripper Relics, Rise to the Occasion Relics, Rookie Roundball Remnants, Store Exclusive Relics, Swish and Stitch Relics and Woven Wonders Relics from players like LaMelo Ball, Ja Morant, Devin Booker, Trae Young and Donovan Mitchell.

What rookies are in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Basketball includes 45 rookie cards: Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey, Adou Thiero, Alijah Martin, Asa Newell, Ben Saraf, Brooks Barnhizer, Carter Bryant, Cedric Coward, Chaz Lanier, Collin Murray-Boyles, Danny Wolf, Derik Queen, Drake Powell, Egor Demin, Hugo Gonzalez, Jamir Watkins, Jase Richardson, Jeremiah Fears, Joan Beringer, Johni Broome, Kam Jones, Kasparas Jakucionis, Khaman Maluach, Koby Brea, Liam McNeeley, Maxime Raynaud, Micah Peavy, Nique Clifford, Noa Essengue, Noah Penda, Nolan Traore, Rasheer Fleming, Ryan Kalkbrenner, Sion James, Thomas Sorber, Tre Johnson III, Tyrese Proctor, VJ Edgecombe, Walter Clayton Jr., Will Riley, Yang Hansen and Yanic Konan-Niederhauser.

What teams appear in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Basketball features cards from 33 teams: Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Jersey Nets, New Orleans Pelicans, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Portland Trailblazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs, Seattle Supersonics, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards.

What players are in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Basketball includes 369 players across the checklist. Players include Cooper Flagg, Victor Wembanyama, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shaquille O'Neal, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Kon Knueppel, Dylan Harper, Dwyane Wade, Allen Iverson, Ace Bailey, Paolo Banchero, Cade Cunningham, Dirk Nowitzki, LaMelo Ball, Zion Williamson, Ja Morant, Kevin Garnett, Devin Booker, Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell, Anthony Davis, Joel Embiid, Vince Carter, Jalen Brunson, Jaylen Brown, Damian Lillard, Kawhi Leonard, Matas Buzelis, Rob Dillingham, Stephon Castle, Reed Sheppard and Scottie Barnes. You can browse every player in the full checklist above.

Are there numbered cards in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

Yes. 2025-26 Topps Basketball includes 20,708 numbered checklist entries, with numbering such as /2025 and /250.

What inserts are available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

The inserts available in 2025-26 Topps Basketball include 1980-81 Topps Basketball, 1980-81 Topps Chrome Basketball Mojo, 8-Bit Ballers, All Kings, Base Player Number Variations, Big Box Ballers, Class of 2025, Clutch City Prospects, Comic Court, Companion Cards, Companion Cards Short Prints, Generation Now, Golden Mirror Image Variations, Hardwood Stars, Hidden Gems (Emerald Green), Home Court, Levitation, Limited Stock Legends, MVP Vault, New School, No Limit, Oversized Topps Cards, Oversized Topps Cards Short Prints, Power Players, Rip Night, Rise to Stardom, Scan and Slam, Social Media Followback Redemption, Sole Ambition, Sonic Boom, Stars of the NBA and The Daily Dribble.

How many cards are in the 2025-26 Topps Basketball checklist?

The 2025-26 Topps Basketball checklist currently includes 27,786 card entries including 5,554 inserts, 3,548 autographs, 2,484 relics and 20,708 numbered cards.

When was 2025-26 Topps Basketball released?

2025-26 Topps Basketball was released on 23 October 2025.

Which cards are most valuable in 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

Based on Fanter valuation data, higher-value 2025-26 Topps Basketball cards have included players such as Rivaldo, Didier Drogba and Aaron Anselmino. Values vary by rarity, autograph status, condition and recent sales.

Is 2025-26 Topps Basketball good for breakers?

2025-26 Topps Basketball has 91 recent linked eBay sales. That activity can help breakers judge demand, but box cost, checklist depth and spot structure still matter.

Where can I see the full checklist for 2025-26 Topps Basketball?

You can see the full 2025-26 Topps Basketball checklist on Fanter at https://fanter.co.uk/topps/basketball-2025-2026/checklist. The checklist includes filters for players, teams and card types where data is available.