Release Date: June 18, 2025
Manufacturer: Panini America
Product Type: Hobby
Configuration:
5 Cards per Pack
12 Packs per Box
12 Boxes per Case
What’s Inside the Box?
- 3 Autographed or Memorabilia Cards
- 12 Prizms
- 3 Inserts or Insert Parallels
Key Highlights
- Opti-chrome technology with Hobby-exclusive parallels
- Autographs from top 2024 NBA Draft picks, legends, and stars
- Returning base tiers: Concourse, Premier Level, and Courtside
- Popular Prizms: Tie-Dye (#’d/25), Gold (#’d/10), Green (#’d/5), Black Finite (1/1), Zebra, Gold Glitter
Insert Sets to Chase
- En Fuego, Select Future, Snapshots
- NEW: Clutch, Score Select Throwback, Sky High
- SP Inserts: Color Wheel, Visionary, Solar Eclipse
Signature Sets
- Signatures
- In Flight Signatures
- Rookie Signatures
- Prime Selections Signatures
- Select Pairings Signatures (Dual Autos)
Pricing Outlook
- SRP: ~$325–$375 per Hobby Box
- Early resale: $400–$475 range
- Top chases: Black Finite Rookies, Zebra Courtside SPs, Gold Auto Prizms
Pros & Cons
Pros:- Strong autograph checklist with rookies and legends
- Unique base tier system adds chase appeal
- Stunning new inserts debut this year
- Memorabilia cards can feel like filler hits
- Price increases make it harder for casual collectors
Final Verdict
2024-25 Panini Select NBA blends tradition with innovation. With revamped insert designs, compelling parallels, and a deep checklist of rookies and stars, it remains a favorite among basketball card collectors chasing color, shine, and signature hits.
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