In late May, just as the 2011-12 NBA Playoffs are heating up, Panini America will do its part to add similar sizable sizzle to the hoops hobby with the release of 2011-12 Limited Basketball, re-engineered for the new season with more than 10 unique autograph designs, a 200-card base set and special Rookie Redemption cards good for players from the 2011 and 2012 NBA Drafts.
Each six-card pack of 2011-12 Limited Basketball will deliver one memorabilia card and two autographs from a lineup that includes an updated Glass Cleaners roster and the all-new Trophy Case insert.
Other highlights of the product that will be packaged 15 packs to a case include:
A list of superstar signers that includes Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, Dirk Nowitzki, Derrick Rose, Magic Johnson, Blake Griffin, Chris Paul, Larry Bird, Bill Russell and Shaquille O’Neal
The Trophy Case Signatures Materials Prime insert featuring the greatest accomplishments of the greatest players in NBA history along with an autograph and prime game-worn memorabilia piece
Glass Cleaners Signatures: In the spirit of the set’s name, look for a clean, classic design along with autographs from the game’s best rebounders — both current and retired
The Limited Trios Signatures insert featuring player combinations from the same teams, eras and positions
The Potential autograph insert incorporating signatures from the game’s top young talent and quickly rising stars
Decade Dominance Signatures featuring autographs from the game’s most consistent and long-tenured players
The new Masterful Marks insert honoring 50 up-and-coming NBA players as well as the game’s most-seasoned veterans
Get your first extended sneak peek at 2011-12 Limited Basketball below and stay tuned to The Knight’s Lance for additional updates.