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Available for pre-order on 28 July at 15:00
2026 Topps Chrome Black® Basketball
Premium chrome cards featuring the game's biggest stars and brightest rookies.

About the release

Topps Chrome Black Basketball returns with its signature dark aesthetic, combining bold designs, and a premium chromium finish to create one of The Hobby's most distinctive collecting experiences.

Look for the biggest names in basketball, from stars such as Victor Wembanyama, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, to the game's most exciting rookies like Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and Kon Knueppel. The insert lineup features Black Lightning, Nocturnal and fan-favorite Home Court, while new additions Carbon Flare and Obscura bring fresh energy to the Chrome Black brand.

The darkness continues with a premium autograph roster highlighted by Autographs, Rookie Autographs, Ivory Autographs, Super Futures Autographs, Glow Up Signatures, and more. Rare parallels, striking inserts, and coveted signatures make every pack a chance to uncover something special.

What to look for
Autograph Cards

Autograph Cards

Autograph Variations of some of the biggest stars in the NBA such as Lebron James, Stephen Curry, Jalen Brunson & Victor Wembanyama.

Home Court

Home Court

Look for fan-favorite SP Home Court, now on sleek Chrome technology!

Glow Up Signtures

Glow Up Signtures

New in 2026, every superstar starts somewhere. Glow Up Signatures celebrates the game's brightest young talent on the rise, pairing rookie autographs with a vibrant design that symbolizes their journey from prospect to future star.

Obscura

Obscura

Hidden in the shadows and revealed only to the keenest collectors, Obscura brings a mysterious new dimension to 2025-26 Topps Chrome Black.

Black Lightining

Black Lightining

New in 2026, Black Lightning captures the game's most electrifying stars in a design charged with energy and intensity.

Ivory Autographs

Ivory Autographs

Elegance meets excellence in Ivory Autographs. Showcasing the game's most accomplished stars and legends.

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About the brand

Topps Chrome Black brings a sleek, high-end identity to The Hobby with a dark theme woven throughout every aspect of the product, from its layered shadow-driven visuals to its polished chromium finish. With its sharp presentation and unmistakable aesthetic, Chrome Black offers a distinctive break from traditional chrome products.

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