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Big Pulls Headline 2025-26 Topps Basketball Release Day

The Hoops Rips Just Keep Coming

Date: Oct 28, 2025
Topics: 2025-26 Topps Basketball, basketball, Moments in The Hobby, NBA, Product, Topps Basketball
Length: 977 Words
Reading Time: ~5 Minutes

Thursday, October 23, saw the historic release of 2025-26 Topps Basketball. The anticipation in The Hobby was palpable, and events around the world marked the special occasion.

In celebration of the release, let’s take a look at some great pulls that have already happened since 2025-26 Topps Basketball dropped.

The 2025–26 Topps Basketball debut delivered instant Hobby buzz. Collectors ripped massive hits on release day, from 1/1 SuperFractors to Cooper Flagg autos and LeBron All Kings cards. The release sparked excitement across social media and break rooms worldwide.

SuperFractor Surprise

At the top of the list are a pair of 1/1 SuperFractor cards of two of the hottest rookies to chase in this year’s set. Utah Jazz fifth overall draft pick Ace Bailey had a SuperFractor pulled on release day by @barbell_breaks on instagram. Third overall pick V.J. Edgecombe, who scored 34 points in his debut with the Sixers, also had his SuperFractor pulled.

Flagg Mania Sweeps The Hobby

2025-26 Topps Basketball cover athlete and emerging Hobby superstar Cooper Flagg is arguably the definitive player to chase in this year’s set, and the early returns have been fantastic. Instagram user @lilpullman had a big hit to start release day, pulling this All Kings Cooper Flagg insert card.

There are few things better for parents in The Hobby than ripping cards with their kids. This fun story emerged on social media, with X user @Thatdudemike announcing that he had pulled this fantastic Cooper Flagg Franchise Fabrics Relic card while watching Thursday’s Pacers-Thunder game with his son.

X user @cardykings got in on the act too, announcing that they “Captured the FLAGG!” after pulling a rare Home Court insert card that puts the Dallas rookie in the heart of the city he now represents.

Rookie Autos and Gold Ink Moments

X user @skyboxcollect drew a Contemporary Marks Auto from Flagg, numbered to only 25 copies.

Keeping things going, X user @gurucollects announced a couple of early big Flagg sales, including a Gold Contemporary Marks Auto limited to 50 copies.

X user @bombersportscards pulled second overall pick Dylan Harper’s Havoc Marks Auto card. Harper and Flagg made their debut together on October 22, and Topps recently announced that the two rookies signed a 1/1 dual auto Topps NOW® card commemorating their introduction to NBA basketball.

Veteran Royalty Returns

Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot of buzz for 25-26 Topps cards of some of the game’s biggest superstars. A Giannis 1/1 Daily Dribble insert card was pulled on release day by X user @JimmytheGem345.

LeBron pulls have been hitting social media as the frenzy following the 2025-26 Topps Basketball release continues. King James’ entry in the popular All Kings insert is bound to be a favorite.

NBA superstars got to ripping packs, too. KD pulled a Wemby, shouting out Victor Wembanyama’s incredible opening night performance.

A New Era of Topps Basketball

The excitement for 2025-26 Topps Basketball is a testament to the power of the partnership between the NBA and Topps, and the thrill of the chase will only continue as the hours since release turn to days and weeks. We’ll keep you updated on the biggest pulls from this amazing moment in The Hobby.

Collector FAQs

  • Who are the top rookies in the 2025–26 Topps Basketball set?
    • Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey, and V.J. Edgecombe headline the chase list, with multiple autograph and short-print insert variations.
  • What are the rarest pulls?
    • 1/1 SuperFractors and All Kings SSPs lead the rarity list, alongside limited Gold Contemporary Marks autos.
  • How did collectors react to release day?
    • Social media exploded with hits and excitement as breakers showcased major rookie cards and autos within hours of launch.
  • Where can I buy 2025–26 Topps Basketball?
    • 2025-26 Topps Basketball is available through authorized Topps distributors and online retailers while supplies last.

Key Facts

  • SuperFractors, All Kings SSPs, and Gold Autos headline pulls
  • Rookie stars: Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey
  • Early eBay sales surpass $3,000 for key cards
  • Social buzz across X and hobby streams

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