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You Can't Comp This: NBA Trading Card Podcast

You Can't Comp This: NBA Trading Card Podcast

By: Russell Gibson
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Hosted by Russell Gibson. Delivering a weekly podcast that discusses current NBA news and how this impacts the sports trading card market Each week we take a deep dive into a timeless, more larger scale hobby related topics.

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  • Episode 265 with @mattscardshop: LeBron’s Secret Stat Revealed + Is KD Undervalued? Rockets Prospects, Wemby Fever & Card Market Chaos
    Mar 29 2026

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    In this jam-packed episode, Matthew from @mattscardshop joins me to break down the last 12 months of the hobby — his biggest buying/selling/flipping moves, the shows he hit, and what’s sitting in those boxes right now!

    We go deep on the Houston Rockets: my impressions, the prospects you need to be buying or selling, Ryan from Gemrate calling KD an undervalued prospect (what are our thoughts?), KD Topps Now, and the latest market cap trends.

    “Did You Know?” — the LeBron James stat that dropped jaws on the show… you’ll have to listen to believe it!

    Matthew opens up about his “ethical dealer” approach — the times he’s told sellers they’re under comps and actually topped them up (I’ve seen the videos and experienced it myself). Real talk on buying tactics that build trust.

    We also cover:
    • Topps/Fanatics takeover — my honest observations after a full year
    • Whatnot breaker crashouts — why it’s happening nonstop + my take on the Whatnot lawsuit

    Plus we each pick one current NBA player we’re locked in on right now. I’m obsessed with Wemby (after my recent Hakeem vs Wemby breakdown) and we talk Kon Knueppel’s insane hobby ascension.

    Market tips, hot takes, and zero fluff — this is the one you don’t want to miss if you’re in the NBA card game!

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    Neon Trading Cards: NBA, Soccer, Breaks on Whatnot

    Sponsor: The Hobby Hangout: Melbourne: 26th of April.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 264: Using data to predict Hobby trends: Ryan from @Gemrate
    Mar 22 2026

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    Gemrate’s Wild 12-Month Run, Steph Curry Prediction Nails It, Market Cap Made Simple & Mr. Wonderful Eyes the Hobby

    Ryan from Gemrate is back for his 5th appearance (first since December 2024)!

    We dive deep into:

    • The full 12-month recap: grading trends, Gemrate’s biggest achievements, and eBay sales volume explosions
    • That legendary Steph Curry prediction from episode 65 — the exact stats behind it and why it’s been scarily accurate
    • Market cap explained in plain English (no finance degree required) so every collector can actually use it
    • A brand-new Gemrate feature that’s changing how collectors build and track their PCs

    Link to live sales trends: https://www.gemrate.com/sales-trends

    Plus we touch on Kevin O’Leary (Mr. Wonderful) stepping into the card world and what it could mean for the hobby.

    Link to live sales trends: https://www.gemrate.com/sales-trends


    Support the show

    Thank You to our Primary sponsor:
    Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia

    Sponsor:
    Neon Trading Cards: NBA, Soccer, Breaks on Whatnot

    Sponsor: The Hobby Hangout: Melbourne: 26th of April.
    Click Here For Tickets

    Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!
    All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree

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    1 hr
  • Episode 263: @shaqfoo32 Collection Buying, Tanking Truths & Rookie Class Fire
    Mar 15 2026

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    This week Joe Foo (@ShaqFoo32) joins the show and we go deep:

    • Bam Adebayo’s manufactured 83-point explosion – intentional fouling, stat-padding, and why the boos in LA were actually kinda hilarious
    • Buying collections, buying and selling tips.
    • Why this 2025 rookie class is surprisingly strong: Kon Knueppel stealing ROY, VJ Edgecombe, Dylan Harper, Derek Queen + Hornets actually competing
    • Joe’s future NBA team plan: Vegas expansion baby (logo + fresh start + betting angle)

    We also touch on sports betting side hustle truths, and why the mid-season doldrums need moments like this.

    Absolute vibe chat – enjoy!

    Support the show

    Thank You to our Primary sponsor:
    Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia

    Sponsor:
    Neon Trading Cards: NBA, Soccer, Breaks on Whatnot

    Sponsor: The Hobby Hangout: Melbourne: 26th of April.
    Click Here For Tickets

    Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!
    All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree

    You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!
    You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community

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    1 hr and 9 mins
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