The Bill Simmons Podcast Best NBA Unicorns, Plus Sports Card Boom 3.0 With Kevin O’Connor and Mike Gioseffi
Jan 27, 2021
Kevin O’Connor, a sharp NBA analyst from The Ringer, joins Mike Gioseffi, co-host of the Sports Cards Nonsense podcast, to dive into the fascinating world of 'unicorns' in the NBA. They discuss iconic players like LeBron, Giannis, and Jokic, exploring their unique skill sets and impact on the game. The conversation then shifts to the booming sports card market, dissecting its rapid transformation and rising popularity fueled by the pandemic. They highlight how nostalgia and strategic collecting are reshaping the landscape for enthusiasts and investors alike.
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Online Marketplaces
- Online marketplaces like eBay increased accessibility to cards.
- Social media further amplified the market by connecting buyers and sellers.
Topps vs. Panini
- Bill Simmons recalls his involvement with Topps during Panini's rise.
- He argued for Topps to retain NBA cards, foreseeing basketball's growing popularity.
Card Volatility
- The volatility of young players' card values is discussed.
- Talon Horton-Tucker's preseason performance inflated his card price significantly.
