Stephen CurryReal One AutographsCooper FlaggPoster FactoryCameron BoozerClass of ’26Luka DončićOwn the GameShai Gilgeous-AlexanderPlayer Number VariationVince CarterLevitationCaleb WilsonRookie Photo Shoot AutographsTim Duncan1981–82 Topps Basketball
2026–27 Topps Flagship Basketball brings the next rookie class, today’s NBA stars and the game’s greats into a 300-card base set.
Topps currently schedules the release for November 5, 2026. Explore the designs, compare box formats and use the official checklist to build your own chase list.
Base set
300 cards
Brand / sport
Topps / Basketball
At The Alley
Hobby & Jumbo presales
Release dates are subject to change. Updated October 25, 2026.
Build your chase list
Collect what moves you
Start with a player. Stay for the design. There’s more than one way to make this set yours.
Fly
The inserts
Made for the highlight reel
Cooper Flagg in Poster Factory. Vince Carter in Levitation. Designs that turn basketball’s energy into something you can hold.
Ink
The signatures
A personal touch
Real One Autographs puts signatures into the Flagship frame, with current stars, rookies and names from the game’s past.
Next
The next class
The beginning of a collection
Rookie Photo Shoot Autographs is one way to follow the incoming class. Caleb Wilson’s preview offers a first look.
Names to know
AJ Dybantsa · Darryn Peterson · Cameron Boozer · Caleb Wilson · Keaton Wagler
Official Topps preview images. Specific cards and players are not guaranteed; artwork is subject to change.
1981 2026
Old school / New season
History in your hands
Topps’ basketball story began in 1957. This season keeps that connection alive with the return of the 1981–82 design, including autograph versions.
Alongside the throwbacks: new Clear Variations, the basketball-inspired texture of Bounce, and a Gold 1/1 version of All Kings.
Current pricing and availability are shown on the product pages. Stated card counts are pack configurations; special-insert packs may contain fewer cards. Preorders ship after release and inventory arrival.
Want a smaller rip? Compare the retail formats.+
These formats are included as a reference. This comparison does not indicate stock at The Alley.
Official Topps PDF · 57 pages · File dated October 9, 2026
TOPPS / 2026–27BASKETBALL
Start with your player
A few names from the 300-card base set
AJ DybantsaROOKIE
Darryn PetersonROOKIE
Cameron BoozerROOKIE
Stephen CurryNBA STAR
Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderNBA STAR
Bill RussellLEGEND
BASE / INSERTS / AUTOS / RELICS→
Before you open a box
Good questions
Clear answers for your next rip.
When does 2026–27 Topps Flagship Basketball release?+
Topps currently lists November 5, 2026 as the scheduled release date. Dates are subject to change. Preorders from The Alley are fulfilled after product release and inventory arrival; release-day delivery is not guaranteed.
How many cards are in the base set?+
The base set contains 300 cards, featuring the incoming rookie class, current NBA players and retired stars. Use the official checklist to find individual players and card numbers.
What is the difference between Hobby and Jumbo?+
Hobby has 20 packs of 12 cards and advertises one autograph or relic per box, on average. Jumbo has 10 packs of 28 cards and advertises one autograph and one relic per box. The formats also have different parallel selections. Special-insert packs may contain fewer cards.
Which rookies should I look for?+
Featured rookies include AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson and Keaton Wagler. The checklist shows their base cards and appearances across inserts and autograph sets.
Are the cards pictured on this page guaranteed?+
No. These are official Topps preview images, shown as examples. Specific players, autographs, parallels and inserts are not guaranteed. Artwork and product details are subject to change; refer to the packaging and individual product listing.
Where can I find the full checklist?+
The official Topps checklist PDF is linked in the checklist section of this guide. It covers base cards, variations, inserts, autographs and relics, with player names and card numbers.
Can I buy boxes or sealed cases at The Alley?+
The Alley has presale listings for Hobby boxes, Jumbo boxes, 12-box Hobby cases and 6-box Jumbo cases. Visit the linked product pages for current prices and availability. Other formats in this guide are included for comparison and do not indicate stock at The Alley.
