Around the World: International Collector “Spinotron” Details His Incredible Collecting Journey

Every now and again here on The Knight’s Lance, we love profiling some of the hobby's most passionate collectors. Today, we get the opportunity to do so again, this time with Dingyu, a Berlin-based supercollector better known on social media as "Spinotron." This is his story in his words . . . I am very grateful to be featured as…

The Inside Story of How the Iconic SLAM Magazine Got its Own Insert in Panini America’s 2020-21 NBA Hoops Basketball

Last February, just weeks before a global pandemic began ravaging the U.S., and altering -- in some ways seemingly forever -- the way business gets done, some business was getting done the old-fashioned way. Face-to-face, through spirited conversation among passionate professionals. The setting in this case? Inside Panini America's All-Star VIP Lounge in Chicago during 2020 NBA All-Star Weekend. The…

Panini America Announces Plan to Address Kobe Bryant Autograph Redemptions

It’s been more than nine months since the tragic and untimely passing of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Even now, fans across the globe -- including all of us inside Panini America -- are struggling to comprehend and cope with the loss. Panini America’s internal process of developing a detailed plan for addressing those fans and collectors with outstanding…

Panini America Celebrates Kobe’s Hall of Fame Nod By Appreciating Mamba’s Trading Card Majesty

Kobe Bryant was so much more than just one of the greatest basketball players we've ever seen. He was an unparalleled competitor. A ruthless big-game closer with a made-for-Hollywood smile and a flair for the dramatic. He was the consummate alpha male. A hero. A villain. A sinister sniper on the court, a gentleman off it and a captivating, charismatic…

Panini America Releases Statement on the Passing of Los Angeles Lakers Legend and Company Ambassador Kobe Bryant

IRVING, Texas (January 27, 2020) – Panini America officials, like the rest of the world, are devastated by Sunday’s news of the passing of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others as the result of a helicopter crash. The company has maintained an exclusive relationship with the Los Angeles Lakers legend since 2009, when it made Bryant its global…

First Look: A Detailed Sneak Peek at Panini America’s Upcoming 2019-20 Court Kings Basketball

Panini America officials recently sent out preliminary Product Information Solicitations for several exciting new products coming soon enough to a hobby shop or online retailer near you and, over the course of the next few days, we’re sharing that same information with you here on The Knight’s Lance, this time featuring the spectacular 2019-20 Court Kings Basketball. In the extensive product preview…

Panini America to Launch Historic Blockchain Line with Impressive 10-card Debut

Jaw-dropping 1/1 cards featuring the likes of Honus Wagner, Kobe Bryant, Peyton Manning and more will headline the first 10-card wave of Panini America's historic Blockchain venture. The cards will open for bidding on Monday morning and every virtual Blockchain card issued in this initial 100-card wave will be accompanied by a physical version of the card featuring autographs and…

The Panini America Quality Control Gallery: 2018-19 Flawless Basketball (Must-See Sneak Peek)

If you've been paying attention to the Panini America social media channels over the last several days, you no doubt are aware that the company's highly anticipated 2018-19 Flawless Basketball was rolling hot off the presses last week during the packout process. We brought you a few early glimpses of the product directly from the production line thanks to images…

Panini America Offers a Detailed First Look at 2019-20 Impeccable Basketball (Preview Gallery)

Panini America officials recently sent out preliminary Product Information Solicitations for several exciting new products coming soon enough to a hobby shop or online retailer near you and, over the course of the next few days, we’re sharing that same information with you here on The Knight’s Lance. For the purposes of this post, we're showcasing the high-end spectacle that will be…

Panini America Provides a Detailed First Look at the Upcoming 2019-20 Origins Basketball

Panini America officials recently sent out preliminary Product Information Solicitations for several exciting new products coming soon enough to a hobby shop or online retailer near you and, over the course of the next few days, we’re sharing that same information with you here on The Knight’s Lance, continuing with the new 2019-20 Origins Basketball, the colorful, art-inspired power product that has…
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