{"id":14524,"date":"2025-10-08T16:12:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T22:12:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/dallas\/2025\/10\/08\/mavericks-cooper-flagg-named-2025-26-topps-basketball-trading-card-cover-athlete\/"},"modified":"2025-10-08T16:12:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T22:12:54","slug":"mavericks-cooper-flagg-named-2025-26-topps-basketball-trading-card-cover-athlete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/dallas\/2025\/10\/08\/mavericks-cooper-flagg-named-2025-26-topps-basketball-trading-card-cover-athlete\/","title":{"rendered":"Mavericks\u2019 Cooper Flagg named 2025-26 Topps Basketball trading card cover athlete"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cooper Flagg’s Rookie Season is Almost Here<\/h1>\n

Cooper Flagg\u2019s rookie season is almost here. With Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks at training camp and the regular season just a few weeks away, the highly-touted rookie has been named the 2025-26 Topps Basketball cover athlete.<\/p>\n

This is the first NBA product by Topps as the league\u2019s new exclusive licensed trading card partner. These are the first NBA cards made by Topps since the 2009-10 season.<\/p>\n

Dallas Mavericks and Cooper Flagg<\/h2>\n

The Dallas Mavericks have been making headlines with their recent training camp contract signings and preseason schedule. Dallas signed Banton, a 6-9 G\/F, to a training camp contract Tuesday and waived Matthew Cleveland.<\/p>\n

Topps also recently previewed some other upcoming trading cards, including autographed Flagg and Victor Wembanyama cards, and another card featuring three rookie autographs from Flagg, Dylan Harper and Kon Kneuppel.<\/p>\n

Preseason Schedule and Latest News<\/h3>\n

The Mavs\u2019 four-game preseason slate opens Monday night against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Fort Worth. Plus, D\u2019Angelo Russell\u2019s playmaking on display and P.J. Washington comes off the bench for Dallas<\/p>\n

\"Dallas<\/p>\n

Preorder for the new Topps Basketball boxes starts at 11 a.m. Friday and they cost $109.99 per box, according to Topps.<\/p>\n

More on the Dallas Mavericks<\/h4>\n

Be the smartest Mavericks fan. Get the latest news.<\/p>\n

Find more Mavericks coverage from The Dallas Morning News here.<\/p>\n

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Conclusion<\/h5>\n

In conclusion, Cooper Flagg’s rookie season is highly anticipated, and the Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for a exciting preseason schedule. With Topps’ new exclusive licensed trading card partnership, fans can expect to see some unique and collectible cards featuring their favorite players.<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h6>\n

Here are some frequently asked questions about Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks:<\/p>\n

Q: When does the Dallas Mavericks’ preseason schedule start?<\/p>\n

A: The Mavs’ four-game preseason slate opens Monday night against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Fort Worth.<\/p>\n

Q: How much do the new Topps Basketball boxes cost?<\/p>\n

A: The new Topps Basketball boxes cost $109.99 per box, according to Topps.<\/p>\n

Q: Where can I find more information about the Dallas Mavericks?<\/p>\n

A: You can find more Mavericks coverage from The Dallas Morning News here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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