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2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball Guide

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Total

3391

Insert Inserts

120

Parallel Parallels

2855

Auto Autos

1171

Relic Relics

0

Numbered Numbered

2855

Release date: Thursday 22nd January 2026
2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball elevates the flagship Chrome line into a more focused, premium NBA release, pairing the brand’s chromium technology with the distinctive Sapphire treatment on a fully licensed league-wide checklist. The 300-card base set adds Portland Trail Blazers forward Sidy Cissoko at card #226 and features blue, gem-like surface accents, with veterans and legends filling the first 250 cards and rookies closing out the final 50. Every parallel is serial numbered, giving the chase for Sapphire color a clearly defined hierarchy across the product.

The configuration is intentionally tighter than flagship Chrome, with fewer parallels, inserts, and autographs to reinforce a more exclusive feel, while still centering the break around one autograph per box. Autograph content spans multiple signed sets, including rookie-focused themes and established Chrome autograph designs, each with its own tiered color chase. Inserts are concise but meaningful: Sapphire Selections highlights top 2025 draft picks, while Infinite Sapphire provides a tougher case-level pursuit split between veterans and rookies, offering a concentrated high-end Sapphire experience within the broader basketball hobby landscape.

Boxes Available

Hobby Box

Hobby Box
Current Avg
£750
Launch RRP £750
Updated 22 Jan 2026
Configuration
Boxes/Case
10
Packs/Box
8
Cards/Pack
4
Guaranteed Hits
AutoAutos: 1

Example Cards

Box Breakdown

Base

1 cards

Base

6 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Purple Sapphire /15 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Insert

2 cards

Infinite Sapphire

Sapphire Selection

4 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Auto

7 cards

Autograph Issue Rookies

5 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Chrome Autographs

5 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Chrome Autographs II

Chrome Autographs Rookies

5 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Next Stop Signatures

5 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Signature Style

5 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

Sky Write Signatures

5 parallels /50 → /1
Gold Sapphire /50 Orange Sapphire /25 Black Sapphire /10 Red Sapphire /5 Padparadscha Sapphire /1

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Breakers Corner

Chrome Sapphire Basketball Fact Sheet

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

Players

330

Players included in the full checklist.

Teams

33

Teams featured across the set.

Rookies

50

Confirmed rookie cards to chase.

FAQs

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball FAQs

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

What boxes are available in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball boxes include Hobby Box (8 packs, 4 cards per pack) with 1 guaranteed auto at £750.

How much is 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

Current listed pricing for 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball is around £750, depending on box format and availability.

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

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball includes chase cards for players such as Cooper Flagg, Victor Wembanyama, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Dylan Harper, Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shaquille O'Neal, Magic Johnson and Ace Bailey. 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 Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

The autographs available in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball include Autograph Issue Rookies, Chrome Autographs, Chrome Autographs II, Chrome Autographs Rookies, Next Stop Signatures, Signature Style and Sky Write Signatures from players like Kevin Garnett, Dirk Nowitzki, Dwyane Wade, Stephon Castle and Egor Demin.

What rookies are in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball includes 50 rookie cards: Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey, Derik Queen, Kon Knueppel, Egor Demin, Kasparas Jakucionis, Liam McNeeley, Adou Thiero, Alex Toohey, Alijah Martin, Amari Williams, Asa Newell, Ben Saraf, Brooks Barnhizer, Carter Bryant, Cedric Coward, Chaz Lanier, Collin Murray-Boyles, Danny Wolf, Drake Powell, Hugo Gonzalez, Jamir Watkins, Jase Richardson, Javon Small, Jeremiah Fears, Joan Beringer, Johni Broome, Kam Jones, Khaman Maluach, Koby Brea, Maxime Raynaud, Micah Peavy, Nique Clifford, Noa Essengue, Noah Penda, Nolan Traore, Rasheer Fleming, Rocco Zikarsky, Ryan Kalkbrenner, Sion James, Thomas Sorber, Tre Johnson III, Tyrese Proctor, VJ Edgecombe, Walter Clayton Jr., Will Richard, Will Riley, Yang Hansen and Yanic Konan-Niederhauser.

What teams appear in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire 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 Orleans Pelicans, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail blazers, 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 Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball includes 330 players across the checklist. Players include Cooper Flagg, Victor Wembanyama, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Dylan Harper, Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shaquille O'Neal, Magic Johnson, Ace Bailey, Jayson Tatum, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, Derik Queen, Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, Kon Knueppel, Larry Bird, Kevin Durant, Kevin Garnett, Dirk Nowitzki, Dwyane Wade, Stephon Castle, Egor Demin, Kasparas Jakucionis, Liam McNeeley, Allen Iverson, Kawhi Leonard, Donovan Mitchell, Jalen Brunson, Jamal Murray, Trae Young, Karl-Anthony Towns, Scottie Barnes, Cade Cunningham, LaMelo Ball, Zaccharie Risacher, Franz Wagner, Jalen Green, David Robinson, Tracy McGrady, Vince Carter, Ray Allen, Paul Pierce, Dennis Rodman, George Gervin, Grant Hill and Lauri Markkanen. You can browse every player in the full checklist above.

Are there numbered cards in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

Yes. 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball includes 2,855 numbered checklist entries, with numbering such as /50.

What inserts are available in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball?

The inserts available in 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball include Infinite Sapphire and Sapphire Selection.

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

The 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball checklist currently includes 3,391 card entries including 120 inserts, 1,171 autographs and 2,855 numbered cards.

When was 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball released?

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball was released on 22 January 2026.

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

Based on Fanter valuation data, higher-value 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball cards have included players such as Cristian Romero. Values vary by rarity, autograph status, condition and recent sales.

Is 2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball good for breakers?

2025-26 Topps Chrome Sapphire Basketball has breaker activity on Fanter, with 1 saved breaker lists. The most common setup is currently custom-based, but breakers should still check spot depth, box cost and chase-card distribution.

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

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