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Collector Zone _ Group Box Breaks _ The Official TCC Group Basketball Break Dec/Jan.

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 1 2009, 11:43 PM

How it Works (Official Rules)

Hey guys we're back this month with a different format. I'm going to change the break format up to a Bi-Monthly break in order to keep it filled. Last month we were delayed by the late release of one of our products and by not enough interest in the break.

Each member pays $50 ($52 if paying via PayPal) but stretching it over 2 months makes it $26/month. That covers about $500 in boxes, shipping, and supplies. You get one team (you cannot take a team that has already been taken) of your choice. The remaining 20 teams go to the members via a draft. This gives you a total of three teams. Every single card pulled out of a box that has a player from one of your three teams goes to you. The box breaks are done via a video break, so there is no question as to what was pulled.

Fees are due by the last day of the first month. This way we will have a month to order/break the boxes and get everything shipped out. The boxes are ordered and the draft begins as soon as all fees are collected. As soon as the draft completes and the boxes are in, the video breaks are done. The cards are then shipped out by the box breaker as soon as the results have been posted. We decide as a group what boxes to break each month.

This months breaker

Tb40

Boxes that we'll break
1. 2009-10 Donruss Elite
2. 2009-10 Donruss Threads
3. 2009-10 Leaf Limited
4. 2007-08 UD Chronology
5. 2008-09 Topps Signature

Members

1.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers PAID CONFIRMED
2. pavi39 - Bucks PAID CONFIRMED
3. kingfisher - Celtics PAID CONFIRMED
4. Derek4484- Knicks PAID CONFIRMED
5. Booth9919 Bulls PAID CONFIRMED
6. Tb40 - Spurs PAID CONFIRMED
7. Booth9919 (2) - Lakers PAID CONFIRMED
8. straightbutta14- Kings PAID CONFIRMED
9. Frankiefbcards - Heat PAID CONFIRMED
10. Evank55 - Clippers PAID CONFIRMED


My paypal address is:
turbonsam@yahoo.com

Cavs Waiting list
1. Karlito's Way

Celtics Waiting List
1. Evank55

Lakers Waiting List
1. Mjda
2. Straightbtta14

Bulls Waiting List
1. Mjda

Spurs Waiting List
1. Mjda

Celtics Waiting List
1. Straightbutta14

Rockets Waiting list
1. otter

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 1 2009, 11:50 PM

You know I am in, I will get a list of some boxes I think we should bust also I got kingfisher this month

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 1 2009, 11:59 PM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Dec 1 2009, 10:50 PM)
You know I am in, I will get a list of some boxes I think we should bust also I got kingfisher this month
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Thanks Andy, I forgot about Kingfisher. Glad to have you back. I'd really like to bust some Elite this month. I love that product.
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: pavi39 Dec 2 2009, 12:05 AM

I'm back in this month and going back to the Bucks for the month.

Posted by: pavi39 Dec 2 2009, 12:08 AM

I'd really like to see some Elite as well.

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 2 2009, 12:23 AM

Elite, Topps Sig, Chronology, plus a nice upper deck box

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 2 2009, 12:54 AM

Good to see you back Tim.
Thanks, Matt

QUOTE(pavi39 @ Dec 1 2009, 11:05 PM)
I'm back in this month and going back to the Bucks for the month.
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Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 2 2009, 10:20 AM

I'm back for the next round. I like the look of Upper Deck products way more than Panini, but the following should be release in time to break this go around:

- Panini Elite (already out)
- Panini Threads
- Panini Limited

I'd rather go with Threads or Limited of Elite.

Posted by: evank55 Dec 2 2009, 01:00 PM

I'm in again guys thanks i again!

I definately like Elite and probabl Limited and then obviously and UD and topps product to go along!!

Posted by: straightbutta14 Dec 3 2009, 01:35 AM

Just checking in.. if we break 2009 products, I'm changing to the Kings.. just letting yall know smile.gif

Posted by: Derek4484 Dec 3 2009, 01:37 PM

Im going to go ahead and Switch to the New York Knicks

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 3 2009, 11:38 PM

Got it changed for you Derek.
Thanks, Matt


QUOTE(Derek4484 @ Dec 3 2009, 12:37 PM)
Im going to go ahead and Switch to the New York Knicks
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Posted by: frankieFBcards Dec 5 2009, 04:51 PM



I WANT TO BE THIS MONTHS BREAK!!!

OKAY !!! THANKS !!!

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 7 2009, 01:45 AM

Got you down Frankie. Good to see you back.
Thanks, Matt

QUOTE(frankieFBcards @ Dec 5 2009, 03:51 PM)
I WANT TO BE THIS MONTHS BREAK!!!
   
    OKAY !!! THANKS !!!
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Posted by: booth9919 Dec 8 2009, 11:28 PM

Lets get some box ideas out there

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 9 2009, 08:46 AM

Here are some options I came up with:

Box Option 1
2 - Threads = $170
3 - Limited = $255
1 - Elite = $87

Box Option 2 (would require extra funds)
2006/07 or 2007/08 Upper Deck Exquisite Basketball Hobby Box - $600

Box Option 3
1 - Elite - $87
1 - Threads - $85
1 - Limited - $85
1 - Chronology - $170
1 - Signature - $78

Box Option 4
1 - Limited - $85
1 - Chronology = $170
1 - SP Game Used = $183
2 - SP Signature Edition = $68


Personally, I don't like option 1 or 3, but I figure some might. I don't enjoy watching 20+ packs being opened to end up with three jersey pieces and a weak auto. For that reason I'd rather not do Threads or Elite in this group break. Plus it's a lot of work for Matt and I know it inches up the shipping and handling costs. I prefer products more like Limited, Chronology, Black, Exquisite etc... for group breaks.

From what I saw Black and Premier are both too expensive right now to be worth the cost, so I didn't put those in any of the selections. My vote would be for option 4 or 2 (which would require more than the usual $52).

Most of the groupings I listed come in between $500-$510. Matt, I'm willing to pay a little extra to help cover some of the extra cost there.

Notes:
- Limited is due out 01/06, so it might not be out in time for this month's break.
- Right now I can only get find the pre-order price for Limited and Threads, so the exact numbers might change there.
- I did not shop around for the best prices.

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 9 2009, 11:47 AM

Mike, thanks for taking the time to look up a few box break selections. I've been meaning to get around to it but haven't really had the time. I at least want to do one box of Elite but am not really a big fan of threads. I'm all for Limited when it comes out. I think that we should still stick with Topps Signature until it dissapoints us. Our worst A auto from that product was a Brandon Roy auto. I would love to do Exquisite but I think that money is tight for everybody right now and that may be a product that we can re-visit later on. I like Sp Game Used but the multi hits are a pain in the rear. Sp signature is the same way and the quality is just not there. I'd be willing to take out the $170 from Threads and sub it for the Chronology. Does anybody know how much longer the redemptions from Chronology are still live for?
Please lmk.
Thanks, Matt


QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Dec 9 2009, 07:46 AM)
Here are some options I came up with:

Box Option 1
2 - Threads = $170
3 - Limited = $255
1 - Elite = $87

Box Option 2 (would require extra funds)
2006/07 or 2007/08 Upper Deck Exquisite Basketball Hobby Box - $600

Box Option 3
1 - Elite - $87
1 - Threads - $85
1 - Limited - $85
1 - Chronology - $170
1 - Signature - $78

Box Option 4
1 - Limited - $85
1 - Chronology = $170
1 - SP Game Used = $183
2 - SP Signature Edition = $68
Personally, I don't like option 1 or 3, but I figure some might.  I don't enjoy watching 20+ packs being opened to end up with three jersey pieces and a weak auto.  For that reason I'd rather not do Threads or Elite in this group break.  Plus it's a lot of work for Matt and I know it inches up the shipping and handling costs.  I prefer products more like Limited, Chronology, Black, Exquisite etc... for group breaks.

From what I saw Black and Premier are both too expensive right now to be worth the cost, so I didn't put those in any of the selections.  My vote would be for option 4 or 2 (which would require more than the usual $52).

Most of the groupings I listed come in between $500-$510.  Matt, I'm willing to pay a little extra to help cover some of the extra cost there.

Notes:
- Limited is due out 01/06, so it might not be out in time for this month's break.
- Right now I can only get find the pre-order price for Limited and Threads, so the exact numbers might change there.
- I did not shop around for the best prices.
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Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 9 2009, 12:12 PM

Sounds good Matt. I just wanted to get the ball rolling. I tried to cover all possibilities: the high end break, the all new product break, the all brand break, etc...

As much as you don't want Threads, I don't want Elite. I just don't see the draw to that product. Threads office a huge variety of potential hits. Here are the sell sheets:

http://magazine-exchange.com/product_downloads/pdf/09Threads_BK_PIS_Hobby.pdf
http://magazine-exchange.com/product_downloads/pdf/09Elite_BK_PIS_Hobby.pdf

Threads has the letterman (one per box), ABA autographs, the die cut team threads autographs (on card), and one more hit per box than Elite.

What about this:
- 1 Elite = $87
- 1 Threads = $85-ish
- 1 Limited = $90-ish
- 1 Chronoology = $170 (if redemptions are still valid)
- 1 Topps Signature = $78

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 9 2009, 12:13 PM

Another note, I know Signature has been good to use, but like back when we got in the SPGU rut, I'm just ready to move on. I'd rather have a second box of Limited and skip the Signature.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 9 2009, 12:17 PM

According to http://www.tradingcardcentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=218674&pid=2288426&st=0&#entry2288426 thread on TCC 07/08 Chronology redemptions expire 7/22/2010

Posted by: otter8418 Dec 9 2009, 12:28 PM

can I be added to the waiting list for the rockets?

thanks,

doug

Posted by: Derek4484 Dec 9 2009, 12:32 PM

I would be all for this

What about this:
- 1 Elite = $87
- 1 Threads = $85-ish
- 1 Limited = $90-ish
- 1 Chronoology = $170 (if redemptions are still valid)
- 1 Topps Signature = $78


I think Threads looks to be a better product then Elite. I know it always is when it comes to football.


Posted by: Tb40 Dec 9 2009, 02:23 PM

I like this selection also. I've just always been a big fan of the way Elite looks. Mike, I understand where you're coming from on the Topps Signature. I wouldn't be oppossed to dropping that and adding another Limited.
- 1 Elite = $87
- 1 Threads = $85-ish
- 1 Limited = $90-ish
- 1 Chronoology = $170 (if redemptions are still valid)
- 1 Topps Signature = $78


Otter, I'll put you down for the Rockets.
Thanks, Matt

QUOTE(Derek4484 @ Dec 9 2009, 11:32 AM)
I would be all for this

What about this:
- 1 Elite = $87
- 1 Threads = $85-ish
- 1 Limited = $90-ish
- 1 Chronoology = $170 (if redemptions are still valid)
- 1 Topps Signature = $78
I think Threads looks to be a better product then Elite.  I know it always is when it comes to football.
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Posted by: booth9919 Dec 9 2009, 02:51 PM

I think we should bust a box of Elite, I am not sold on Limited as from the sell sheet at my lcs there is only one auto and a gu guarenteed, so 90 bucks for a product even though they signed Kobe has a bunch of rookie signatures, I would rather wait on that till the price goes down.

I would be up for a box of exquisite, That would be fun!!!
It would be what 60-65 a person?

I like the Topps Signature as we have killed that product and its fairly cheep. Chronolgy I am always game for, with those three I believe we would still have around 150-200 to spend and maybe get one nice high end product.
I am just not a fan of Panini products yet

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 9 2009, 03:24 PM

booth, just so you know, with Limited football Panini advertised just two hits but in the end it had three. i'm guessing the same thing will happen with basketball.

Assuming I'm right about Limited (which we'll know for sure before we have to order anything), then both Elite and Limited have three hits and each comes with about an 85 price tag. The only difference is that Elite gives you a whole lot more base cards that most of us don't want but has a much higher big hit potential.

If it were up to me we would just break high end Upper Deck every month. I don't care for Panini's designs and I think Topps Signature is just about as ugly as it gets. Have you seen what Panini did to National Treasures (football)? They ruined it in my opinion. However, breaking stuff that I wouldn't otherwise spend money on is one of the perks of being in this group.


Posted by: booth9919 Dec 9 2009, 10:35 PM

I gueass I just dont want to open three new products in the break. I think it is way to hit or miss. but will do whatever the group decides. If I could look at boxes I would come up with some ideas, but cant till I get a new computer. I think we should stay with more upper deck in the break.

Posted by: Derek4484 Dec 9 2009, 11:36 PM

I think we gotta go with the new products.

Limited is also good stuff and worth the price and if anything it always goes up after the release.

Posted by: straightbutta14 Dec 10 2009, 01:05 AM

I vote for any of the new product with Chronology..

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 10 2009, 10:43 AM

Here is a video box break of the upcoming Threads product:

http://beta.beckett.com/group/452970/?tab=tabArticles&p=895831#ViewArticle

Posted by: Derek4484 Dec 10 2009, 02:51 PM

I think Threads looks like a fun break and you get 4 hits.

The Die Cut Jeresys are neat and it be cool to get an autograph one.

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 16 2009, 09:16 PM

Hey guys, lets go ahead and vote on a selection of boxes. Here are some options suggested by Mike Lindegarde:

Box Option 1
2 - Threads = $170
3 - Limited = $255
1 - Elite = $87

Box Option 2 (would require extra funds)
2006/07 or 2007/08 Upper Deck Exquisite Basketball Hobby Box - $600

Box Option 3
1 - Elite - $87
1 - Threads - $85
1 - Limited - $85
1 - Chronology - $170
1 - Signature - $78

Option 4
1 Elite = $87
1 Threads = $85-ish
1 Limited = $90-ish
1 Chronology = $170
1 Topps Signature = $78

Box Option 5
Suggest a selection of boxes.


I'm for Option 4

Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Derek4484 Dec 17 2009, 11:18 AM

I would go with 4 also.

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 17 2009, 01:50 PM

if we could get 08-09 exquisite I would be all for that, otherwise I will go with option 4

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 17 2009, 03:28 PM

I'll take option 3 (which i think is the same as option 4).

Posted by: evank55 Dec 17 2009, 09:53 PM

I really like option 1 because I have the clippers and would love some blake griffin, but to be far to the group i will vote for option 4.

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 21 2009, 01:29 PM

With my count option 4 wins, so lets start getting payment in everyone, good luck and hope We all got some mojo


Posted by: straightbutta14 Dec 22 2009, 07:12 PM

As stated earlier in the thread, would like to switch to the Kings and I do like #4 for a choice.. are we paying now?

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 23 2009, 01:15 AM

Oliver, I switched you to the Kings. Paymentts can be made whenever but they are due on 1-1-09.
Thanks, Matt

QUOTE(straightbutta14 @ Dec 22 2009, 06:12 PM)
As stated earlier in the thread, would like to switch to the Kings and I do like #4 for a choice.. are we paying now?
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Posted by: evank55 Dec 24 2009, 08:50 AM

QUOTE(Tb40 @ Dec 23 2009, 01:15 AM)
Oliver, I switched you to the Kings.  Paymentts can be made whenever but they are due on 1-1-09.
Thanks, Matt
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Matt please pm me with your address and i will get you the payment next week!!

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 26 2009, 11:43 PM

who else is itchen for this break, we had way to long inbetween them

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 27 2009, 12:34 AM

I'm ready. Hopefully we can order late next week and get to busting.
I'm ready for some Dejuan Blair Mojo.

Let's get those payments rolling in.
Thanks, Matt


QUOTE(booth9919 @ Dec 26 2009, 10:43 PM)
who else is itchen for this break, we had way to long inbetween them
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Posted by: booth9919 Dec 27 2009, 12:39 AM

once the echeck clears you will have both of my payments and the one for kingfisher

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 27 2009, 12:43 AM

Sounds good Andy. Thanks again for everything.
Matt

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Dec 26 2009, 11:39 PM)
once the echeck clears you will have both of my payments and the one for kingfisher
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Posted by: evank55 Dec 28 2009, 05:19 PM

payment sent for the break

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 29 2009, 11:02 AM

Payment received Evan.
Thanks again,
Matt


QUOTE(evank55 @ Dec 28 2009, 04:19 PM)
payment sent for the break
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Posted by: Derek4484 Dec 29 2009, 07:48 PM

Payment Sent!

thanks for hosting!

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 30 2009, 12:08 PM

Derek, received payment. I've marked you as paid.
Thanks again,
Matt

Posted by: straightbutta14 Dec 31 2009, 11:33 AM

paid!!

Posted by: pavi39 Dec 31 2009, 11:50 AM

My payment has been sent as well.

I would like to take the Bucks as my team for this month.

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 31 2009, 12:55 PM

My 2 payments and Kingfishers payment has been sent

Posted by: Tb40 Dec 31 2009, 01:22 PM

List has been updated. Thanks again guys. Tim I switched you to the Bucks.
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Dec 31 2009, 03:34 PM

paid.

Posted by: booth9919 Dec 31 2009, 08:20 PM

yay almost there, cant wait till we are able to break these. Hope the Mojo is spread around. Good luck to everyone.


Posted by: booth9919 Jan 1 2010, 08:13 PM

any word from frankie yet

Posted by: frankieFBcards Jan 2 2010, 04:46 PM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 1 2010, 09:13 PM)
any word from frankie yet
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huh.gif huh.gif huh.gif huh.gif

OKAY !!!!!

smile.gif PAYMENT SENT FOR JAN

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 2 2010, 04:48 PM

QUOTE(frankieFBcards @ Jan 2 2010, 04:46 PM)
huh.gif  huh.gif  huh.gif  huh.gif

      OKAY !!!!!

      smile.gif PAYMENT SENT FOR JAN
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good to see you make it back frankie, Now lets get to some busting, I seen that limited dont come out till around the 15th does anyone know if I am correct.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 3 2010, 12:56 PM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 2 2010, 05:48 PM)
good to see you make it back frankie, Now lets get to some busting, I seen that limited dont come out till around the 15th does anyone know if I am correct.
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Blowout Cards has it listed for the 13th. We can still get that into this month if we wanted.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 3 2010, 03:46 PM

when are we going to start drafting teams

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 4 2010, 01:17 AM

According to Blowout's site Limited is to be released on Jan 13th. We can still fit it in this month if it's not pushed back. I'll get the draft up and going this tomorrow night. Sorry for the delay guys.
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 5 2010, 07:33 PM

Here's the draft order guys:
1.Frankiefbcards
2.pavi39
3.straightbutta14
4.Mike Lindegarde
5.Evank55
6.kingfisher
7.Derek4484
8.Booth9919
9.Tb40
10.Booth9919
Timestamp: 2010-01-06 00:27:48 UTC

Thanks guys.
Matt

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 5 2010, 07:48 PM


Here's the draft order guys:
1.Frankiefbcards- Heat
2.pavi39-Bucks
3.straightbutta14-Kings
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Booth9919 - Lakers
9.Tb40- Spurs
10.Booth9919 - Bulls



New Jersey Nets
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings



Posted by: Tb40 Jan 5 2010, 07:50 PM

Thanks Andy. I was getting ready to post the Avail teams.
I got the Blair in. Thank you very much.
Matt


QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 5 2010, 06:48 PM)
Here's the draft order guys:
1.Frankiefbcards- Heat
2.pavi39-Bucks
3.straightbutta14-Kings
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Booth9919 - Lakers
9.Tb40- Spurs
10.Booth9919 - Bulls
New Jersey Nets
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers 
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets 
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings
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Posted by: Tb40 Jan 5 2010, 08:02 PM

Booth9919 and I have traded the number 8 and 9 spots. I will be drafting eighth and he will be drafting ninth.
Here's the draft order:
1.Frankiefbcards- Heat
2.pavi39-Bucks
3.straightbutta14-Kings
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Tb40- Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls


New Jersey Nets
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings

Thanks,Matt

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 5 2010, 08:18 PM

Hey guys, do we want to go ahead and order the boxes now without the Limited basketball and then order it when it releases or do we want to wait and order them at the same time?
Please lmk.
Thanks, matt

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 5 2010, 08:21 PM

Order Now would get my 2 votes laugh.gif

Posted by: straightbutta14 Jan 5 2010, 09:19 PM

I vote to order boxes now...

OBTW Kings were already selected..

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 5 2010, 09:21 PM


Booth9919 and I have traded the number 8 and 9 spots. I will be drafting eighth and he will be drafting ninth.
Here's the draft order:
1.Frankiefbcards- Heat
2.pavi39-Bucks
3.straightbutta14-Kings
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Tb40- Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls


New Jersey Nets
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 5 2010, 09:35 PM

I'm fine with ordering whenever, but if the Limited box is ordered separately, won't that result in an extra shipping charge since it won't be enough to get free shipping?

Posted by: frankieFBcards Jan 6 2010, 10:55 AM

QUOTE(Tb40 @ Dec 7 2009, 02:45 AM)
Got you down Frankie.  Good to see you back.
Thanks, Matt
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THIS IS GREAT !!! HAVING THE FIRST PICK !!!
PLENTY OF TEAMS TO CHOOSE FROM !! SO , IF I PICK
YOUR FAVORITE .. PLEASE DO FEEL BAD !!!!!!!

BE BACK AFTER COFFEE , ALMOST SURE MY PICK WILL
BE DENVER .

Posted by: frankieFBcards Jan 6 2010, 11:38 AM

IN A SURPRISE MOVE

FRANKIECARDS , SELECTS
THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES
AS THE FIRST PICK !!
laugh.gif ohmy.gif smile.gif

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 6 2010, 11:41 AM

Frankie - I'm not so sure you need anymore coffee this morning laugh.gif

I'll take the timberwolves


1.Frankiefbcards- Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39-Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14-Kings
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Tb40- Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls


New Jersey Nets
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns

PM being sent to straightbutta14

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 6 2010, 12:22 PM

I was all for ordering them now but Mike has a good point. I was going to order from Shawn @ Diamondcards though, because we have got our biggest hits from his boxes so it might not matter.
Please lmk what you all think.
Thanks,
Matt


QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 5 2010, 08:35 PM)
I'm fine with ordering whenever, but if the Limited box is ordered separately, won't that result in an extra shipping charge since it won't be enough to get free shipping?
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Posted by: booth9919 Jan 6 2010, 12:26 PM

how much do you have to spend to get free shipping? Plmk



Also Pavi I dont like you anymore, I wanted the Wolves laugh.gif we may have to talk

Posted by: straightbutta14 Jan 6 2010, 12:35 PM

I will take the Sixers

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 6 2010, 12:37 PM

1.Frankiefbcards- Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39-Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14-Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Tb40- Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls


New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 6 2010, 12:38 PM

1.Frankiefbcards- Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39-Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14-Kings-Philadelphia 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde-Cavaliers
5.Evank55-Clippers
6.kingfisher-Celtics
7.Derek4484-Knicks
8.Tb40- Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls


New Jersey Nets

Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Utah Jazz
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns


Mike your up

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 6 2010, 01:35 PM

well crap, the sixers are the only team i was after... let me think for a moment...

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 6 2010, 02:00 PM

I'll take the Jazz

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers
6.kingfisher - Celtics
7.Derek4484- Knicks
8.Tb40 - Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls


New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns

Posted by: evank55 Jan 6 2010, 03:59 PM

i'll try with the thunder, kingfishere is up!!

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics
7.Derek4484- Knicks
8.Tb40 - Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Portland Trail Blazers
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns


Posted by: kingfisher Jan 6 2010, 04:25 PM

hi guys,

i'll take the Blazers ... derek is up

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers
7.Derek4484- Knicks
8.Tb40 - Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Golden State Warriors
Phoenix Suns


Posted by: Derek4484 Jan 6 2010, 04:57 PM

Ok I will try the Warriors.

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors
8.Tb40 - Spurs
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Phoenix Suns

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 6 2010, 11:44 PM

I'll take the Hawks

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks
9.Booth9919 - Lakers
10.Booth9919 - Bulls

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Charlotte Bobcats
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
New Orleans Hornets
Denver Nuggets
Phoenix Suns

Booth9919 is up next
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 7 2010, 01:56 AM

I will take the Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Denver Nuggets, and the Orlando Magic



1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets,Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Charlotte Bobcats
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
New Orleans Hornets
Phoenix Suns

Matt your up

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 7 2010, 10:32 AM

I'll take the Bobcats

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets,Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
New Orleans Hornets
Phoenix Suns
Derek4484 is up.
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 7 2010, 04:56 PM

Video box break of Limited:

http://beta.beckett.com/group/452970/?tab=tabArticles&p=929165#ViewArticle

Not that exciting. I already miss Upper Deck.

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 7 2010, 07:41 PM

Hey Mike, I think you posted the wrong link. dry.gif
Thanks, Matt


QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 7 2010, 03:56 PM)
Video box break of Limited:

http://www.amazon.com/MCTS-Self-Paced-Training-Exam-70-536/dp/0735626197/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1262899824&sr=8-1

Not that exciting.  I already miss Upper Deck.
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Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 7 2010, 08:01 PM

ha, yeah... yeah i did... unless you were planning to get that microsoft certification... here is the correct link:

http://beta.beckett.com/group/452970/?tab=tabArticles&p=929165#ViewArticle

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 8 2010, 10:28 AM

Ewwwww When does Upper Deck Come Back laugh.gif

Posted by: Derek4484 Jan 8 2010, 10:43 AM

Sorry guys i didnt relize I was up. I will go for some Chris Paul Mojooo

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors, Hornets
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets,Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Toronto Raptors
Detroit Pistons
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Phoenix Suns


Pm going to Kingfisher

Posted by: kingfisher Jan 8 2010, 11:25 AM

i'm going for the raptors

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers, Raptors
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors, Hornets
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets,Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Detroit Pistons
Washington Wizards
Dallas Mavericks
Phoenix Suns

Evank is up

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 8 2010, 11:48 AM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 8 2010, 11:28 AM)
Ewwwww When does Upper Deck Come Back laugh.gif
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Not soon enough. The exclusive licenses has really hurt my interest in cards. I'm just not a fan of the stuff that Panini has produced: I didn't like it in football and it doesn't look any better with basketball. At least with football I had another option (Topps and Upper Deck). When there were a lot of products there was a good chance I would find something that I liked. Now with only one or two options in most sports, if I don't like the style I'm just out of luck until next year.

I know we're doing a lot of Panini products this month, but I think we're doing it more because we feel we have to than because we really want to. Personally, I'm just going to buy old Upper Deck products when it comes to basketball. I'd rather open an old box of Fleer Hot Prospects than what Panini has brought to the table.


Posted by: evank55 Jan 8 2010, 12:24 PM

I'll take the mavs and hope for a dirk auto!!

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder, Mavs
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers, Raptors
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors, Hornets
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets,Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Detroit Pistons
Washington Wizards
Phoenix Suns

Mike Lindegarde is up!!

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 8 2010, 12:30 PM

I'll take the Pistons and hope I get enough Cavaliers mojo that it doesn't matter who my second and third teams are.

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz, Pistons
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder, Mavs
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers, Raptors
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors, Hornets
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets, Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Washington Wizards
Phoenix Suns

straightbutta14 is up!!

Posted by: straightbutta14 Jan 8 2010, 01:11 PM

I'll take the Suns!

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 8 2010, 10:30 AM)
I'll take the Pistons and hope I get enough Cavaliers mojo that it doesn't matter who my second and third teams are.

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz, Pistons
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder, Mavs
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers, Raptors
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors, Hornets
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets, Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets

New Jersey Nets
Washington Wizards
Phoenix Suns

straightbutta14 is up!!
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Posted by: pavi39 Jan 9 2010, 12:29 AM

I'll take the Nets

1.Frankiefbcards - Heat, Grizzlies, Wizards
2.pavi39 - Bucks, Timberwolves, Nets
3.straightbutta14 - Kings, 76ers, Suns
4.Mike Lindegarde - Cavaliers, Jazz, Pistons
5.Evank55- Clippers, Thunder, Mavs
6.kingfisher - Celtics, Blazers, Raptors
7.Derek4484- Knicks, Warriors, Hornets
8.Tb40 - Spurs, Hawks, Bobcats
9.Booth9919 - Lakers,Rockets, Magic
10.Booth9919 - Bulls, Pacers, Nuggets


Just a matter of waiting for boxes.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 9 2010, 12:34 AM

Pavi Pm me if you are up for trading the twolves, or selling them, But cmb and lmk either way

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 9 2010, 11:33 AM

Have any boxes been ordered yet

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 10 2010, 12:43 AM

Boxes are being ordered tomorrow guys. I'll post the tracking # as soon as I receive it.
Thanks, Matt


Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 10 2010, 09:37 AM

QUOTE(Tb40 @ Jan 10 2010, 01:43 AM)
Boxes are being ordered tomorrow guys.  I'll post the tracking # as soon as I receive it.
Thanks, Matt
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Matt, Limited comes out Wednesday. You might as well just wait and order it then and save yourself the extra shipping cost. That's my opinion anyway.

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 11 2010, 12:09 AM

If that's okay with everyone I'll just order them this week. Please lmk.
Thanks, Matt

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 10 2010, 08:37 AM)
Matt, Limited comes out Wednesday.  You might as well just wait and order it then and save yourself the extra shipping cost.  That's my opinion anyway.
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Posted by: booth9919 Jan 11 2010, 12:12 AM

thats fine with me

Posted by: RokCrawler08 Jan 12 2010, 04:00 AM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 11 2010, 12:12 AM)
thats fine with me
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Im Posting In This Thread, I Want In On The Next Break Whenever It May Be!..lol...

Unless its already full..>.<

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 13 2010, 12:34 AM

Is limited still coming out tomorrow and are we ordering it then.


Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 13 2010, 08:00 AM

Dave and Adams Card World already has Limited up for sale:

http://www.dacardworld.com/sports-cards/2009-10-panini-limited-basketball-hobby-box

And singles have hit eBay, so I would say boxes could be ordered whenever Matt wants to.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 13 2010, 11:52 AM

Nice, hopefully we gget these ordered and we are able to break these soon.

Posted by: evank55 Jan 13 2010, 01:35 PM

yeah im excited to break it!!

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 13 2010, 02:17 PM

Alright guys, I'm talking to Shawn from Diamondcards to get us the best deal possible on the boxes. They should be in the mail within the next few days and We'll get them broken next week. Sorry for the delay in updating this month as work has me extremely busy.

I'll keep everybody updated as soon as I hear anything. I can't wait to bust as I haven't busted a box of cards since our last break.
Thanks again,
Matt

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 13 2010, 04:16 PM

QUOTE(Tb40 @ Jan 13 2010, 03:17 PM)
Alright guys, I'm talking to Shawn from Diamondcards to get us the best deal possible on the boxes.  They should be in the mail within the next few days and We'll get them broken next week.  Sorry for the delay in updating this month as work has me extremely busy.

I'll keep everybody updated as soon as I hear anything.  I can't wait to bust as I haven't busted a box of cards since our last break.
Thanks again,
Matt
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I haven't opened a box of cards in months... I managed to make it through the withdrawal period. My collection isn't really growing much at the moment, but the the bank account is... not all bad I suppose.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 13 2010, 04:18 PM

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 13 2010, 04:16 PM)
I haven't opened a box of cards in months...  I managed to make it through the withdrawal period.  My collection isn't really growing much at the moment, but the the bank account is... not all bad I suppose.
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I wish I could say the same since I havnt been getting my itch of bustin boxes fulfilled on here I have spent way to much at the LCS latley.


Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 13 2010, 04:38 PM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 13 2010, 05:18 PM)
I wish I could say the same since I havnt been getting my itch of bustin boxes fulfilled on here I have spent way to much at the LCS latley.
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What's the best card you've hit so far?

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 13 2010, 04:43 PM

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 13 2010, 04:38 PM)
What's the best card you've hit so far?
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One of the short prints from contenders. There were selling around 100 when I sold it but now are n the 175 range. other than that nothing special, everyone but me pulls nice stuff from the store, I just do good with breaks on here biggrin.gif

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 13 2010, 04:54 PM

there have been 2 kobe letterman from the shop and a kobe auto from rookie and stars, but like I said I cant hit nothing there basketball wise

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 13 2010, 05:20 PM

I've had some luck at the LCS, but the best luck for me has come from this group.

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 16 2010, 01:37 AM

Hey guys, Boxes were ordered tonight. I was waiting on Shawn from Diamondcards to get back to me, but I never heard from him. I went ahead and ordered from both D&A and Blowout. I should have the boxes in by thursday or Friday and we'll get breaking. I'll post the tracking numbers as soon as I get them.
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 16 2010, 10:16 AM

great. lets hope for something big... i could go for a nice john stockton auto.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 16 2010, 11:13 AM

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 16 2010, 10:16 AM)
great.  lets hope for something big...  i could go for a nice john stockton auto.
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Maybe this is the Month I get a Kobe auto, Or a Jordan from Chronology. Good luck to all!!!!!!! Finally, I just hope I am done moving by this date and am able to watch

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 16 2010, 07:48 PM

QUOTE(booth9919 @ Jan 16 2010, 12:13 PM)
Maybe this is the Month I get a Kobe auto, Or a Jordan from Chronology. Good luck to all!!!!!!!  Finally, I just hope I am done moving by this date and am able to watch
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It sure would be great to see you get either one of those. Chronology has some great looking Jordan autos in it. Who ever it is, I just hope we hit something that someone gets to brag about.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 16 2010, 08:09 PM

If I get a Kobe or Jordan than I am passing one of the teams to the next person in line. Hopefully the Jordan chonology auto as that thing is beautiful.

But I certainly wouldnt complain about a Kobe either!!!!!!!!! laugh.gif

It would be sweet to see a Jennings, Evans, Griffin or Any other good rookies from this year

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 18 2010, 12:34 AM

Are they here yet, I havnt been this excited for a break in a long time laugh.gif

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 18 2010, 10:43 PM

Any word on when the Boxes would be here Matt

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 19 2010, 12:07 AM

I received the tracking number from Blowout. Here it is:
http://wwwapps.ups.com/WebTracking/processRequest?HTMLVersion=5.0&Requester=NES&AgreeToTermsAndConditions=yes&loc=en_US&tracknum=1Z82RW330373460721

I ordered both orders on Friday but the D&A order hasn't been shipped yet.
I'll update you guys as soon as I receive it.
Thanks, Matt


Posted by: Tb40 Jan 20 2010, 01:15 AM

Here's the tracking # for the D&A order:
http://wwwapps.ups.com/WebTracking/processInputRequest?sort_by=status&tracknums_displayed=1&TypeOfInquiryNumber=T&loc=en_US&InquiryNumber1=1Z1E21800350798949&track.x=0&track.y=0
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 20 2010, 08:23 AM

Looks like Monday night we should be read to go then.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 20 2010, 10:01 PM

Hopefully and Finally

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 20 2010, 11:01 PM

Looks like it boys. Good luck.
Thanks, Matt


Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 22 2010, 04:00 PM

Looks like one package is scheduled to arrive today. Any chance of doing half a break a little early?

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 22 2010, 04:03 PM

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 22 2010, 04:00 PM)
Looks like one package is scheduled to arrive today.  Any chance of doing half a break a little early?
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I'd be open for that if it could happen.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 22 2010, 06:06 PM

Me three

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 24 2010, 12:44 AM

Sorry guys, but it's going to have to be a Monday break. I won't have a chance to pick up the package from the office at my apt. complex until then.

Thanks,
Matt

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 24 2010, 11:35 PM

what tiime tomorrow are we looking at

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 25 2010, 09:42 AM

How does 7:30 PM CST sound for everybody tonight?

Please lmk.
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 25 2010, 09:49 AM

Sounds fine to me.

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 25 2010, 10:20 AM

I'll try and be there. I have a 5:30 meeting tonight and they usually last around 2 hours.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 25 2010, 10:55 AM

for the record, i can make it at any time tonight. i'll be home all day (since I work from home and all).

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 25 2010, 11:13 AM

that will work for me

Posted by: Derek4484 Jan 25 2010, 04:16 PM

Sounds Good to me.

Guys you should Check out SinatraKings Certified Case Break It is a good deal and should be some nice pulls.

Im sure we will be breaking Certified here as well but it be cool to see what a case could give us.

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 25 2010, 06:22 PM

2 hours 8 mn away

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 25 2010, 07:33 PM

one hour

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 25 2010, 07:56 PM

Meeting is done & just waiting for the kitchen to make my supper and break time.

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 25 2010, 08:00 PM

Hey guys, here's the link:
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/tcc-april-2009-basketball-box-break

Come on in as we're live.
Matt

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 25 2010, 08:26 PM

I'm in - for some reason I can't chat on my laptop though.

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 25 2010, 09:07 PM

Thanks for pulling the Jennings.

Posted by: evank55 Jan 25 2010, 11:17 PM

overall solid break i think

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 26 2010, 12:26 AM

Here are the pics guys:
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I'll get these sent out within the next two days
Thanks, Matt

Posted by: pavi39 Jan 26 2010, 07:04 AM

Very nice break.

I do think that we've opened way too much Signature though. That's the third YI we've pulled, and I know I traded a YI in another one of our breaks for a Tucker, so that's the second Tucker we've pulled.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 26 2010, 08:54 AM

i too think i've had my my fill of signature. i liked limited, but i'm not a huge fan of elite and threads. given the general designs all of the panini cards seem to have, i can't say i'm excited about any of the upcoming releases.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 26 2010, 08:57 AM

Have you guys seen this?

http://magazine-exchange.com/product_downloads/pdf/2NEW_S1_NBA_ADRENALYN_XL_PIS.pdf

I suppose Panini is trying to win over the kids, but come on...

Posted by: Derek4484 Jan 26 2010, 09:11 AM

You cant blame Panini for trying to get into the gaming end of the hobby alittle bit as it is what is popular with the kids. sad but true.

I like Donruss Threads as it been one of my favorite football products the past few years and i think this break got a solid box.

Posted by: evank55 Jan 26 2010, 10:31 AM

I on the other hand have been very pleased with almost all of the panini products so far this year. I love limited and prestige and think that they are definately on the right track. Yeah there is no Lebron or Jordan but within time i think you may see them gravitate to panini. Overall i think that they have done a great job so far this yearm or at least better than what i expected.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 26 2010, 11:19 AM

Of course I'd like to see LeBron and Jordan, but that isn't my problem with Panini (actually, Panini has LeBron jersey / patch cards). I just don't like their designs and I'm not happy with the lack of options. In my opinion the Panini products lack the class that even Donruss had. Consider what Panini has done to National Treasures: that product no longer looks like a high end product.

I don't think the Panini designs come even close to Ultimate, Premier, Chronology, Hot Prospects, Topps base product, etc... For example, that Derron Williams Significant Signatures auto in evank55's signature is a great looking card: nothing from Panini compares. Random geometric shapes, hard to see autographs, and odd shaped relic windows just don't do anything for me.

On top of that, pretty much all of the Panini products have the same feel to them: I have no choice. They all seem to use that "modern" design concept which I don't care for.

The Panini configuration also doesn't really fit into the reason I started this group (Matt does the breaks now, but I started the group a little over two years ago). Part of the benefit of doing a group break is opening products you otherwise couldn't afford. With Upper Deck and Topps over the past two years there were several products that cost around $200 dollars. For $52 I had a shot at getting something out of a $200 or better product.

With Panini, the boxes are all pretty much around $70 - $80. I might as well just buy a box and guarantee myself a few hits. And lets be honest, watching a live break of products that have 20+ packs isn't that exciting. Things like Limited, Chronology, Ultimate, Black, etc. are much more exciting to see opened.

Sorry for the rant, I'm just not happy with where the hobby is going of late. The NBA has taken away the options I once had and replaced them with products I just don't like. Baseball and Football are heading down the same path.

Posted by: Derek4484 Jan 26 2010, 12:12 PM

Well I like the Panini products for the most part but i agree that the fact that they have an exclusive deal really stinks.

I was going to say the only sport that hasnt gone to just one company is football and right now it has the best products.

Upperdeck has controled the NHL market for awhile now and they do release some very nice products every year but it would be so nice to see something different.

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 28 2010, 12:55 AM

Guys, i've been busy at work since the break but the packages will go out Thursday night/Friday monrning. I'll set up transactions tomorrow night.
Thanks again,
Matt

Posted by: RokCrawler08 Jan 29 2010, 07:38 AM

TB, hook me up with a spot on Feb's Break. if somone drops out...biggrin.gif

Posted by: booth9919 Jan 30 2010, 09:04 PM

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Jan 26 2010, 11:19 AM)
Of course I'd like to see LeBron and Jordan, but that isn't my problem with Panini (actually, Panini has LeBron jersey / patch cards).  I just don't like their designs and I'm not happy with the lack of options.  In my opinion the Panini products lack the class that even Donruss had.  Consider what Panini has done to National Treasures:  that product no longer looks like a high end product.

I don't think the Panini designs come even close to Ultimate, Premier, Chronology, Hot Prospects, Topps base product, etc...  For example, that Derron Williams Significant Signatures auto in evank55's signature is a great looking card:  nothing from Panini compares.  Random geometric shapes, hard to see autographs, and odd shaped relic windows just don't do anything for me. 

On top of that, pretty much all of the Panini products have the same feel to them:  I have no choice.  They all seem to use that "modern" design concept which I don't care for.

The Panini configuration also doesn't really fit into the reason I started this group (Matt does the breaks now, but I started the group a little over two years ago).  Part of the benefit of doing a group break is opening products you otherwise couldn't afford.  With Upper Deck and Topps over the past two years there were several products that cost around $200 dollars.  For $52 I had a shot at getting something out of a $200 or better product. 

With Panini, the boxes are all pretty much around $70 - $80.  I might as well just buy a box and guarantee myself a few hits.  And lets be honest, watching a live break of products that have 20+ packs isn't that exciting.  Things like Limited, Chronology, Ultimate, Black, etc. are much more exciting to see opened.

Sorry for the rant, I'm just not happy with where the hobby is going of late.  The NBA has taken away the options I once had and replaced them with products I just don't like.  Baseball and Football are heading down the same path.
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I agree with you mikey, Lets get some Ideas going for the next break. I think we should keep limited in the mix and then take it from there

Posted by: Tb40 Jan 31 2010, 01:10 AM

I'm in for Limited and chronology also.
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Thanks, Matt

Posted by: frankieFBcards Jan 31 2010, 02:27 PM



AS FAR AS FUTURE BREAKS,
WHAT IS THE PLAN FOR NEW MEMBERS ?

WILL/DONT THEY BRING ADDITIONAL REVENUE TO THE BREAK?
OR
EXCITEMENT ?

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Jan 31 2010, 05:12 PM

QUOTE(frankieFBcards @ Jan 31 2010, 03:27 PM)
AS FAR AS FUTURE BREAKS,
      WHAT IS THE PLAN FOR NEW MEMBERS ?

      WILL/DONT THEY BRING ADDITIONAL REVENUE TO THE BREAK?
      OR
      EXCITEMENT ?
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I'm not sure I follow the question. New members has always been welcomed as slots open up.

When this group first started it was called the basketball hobby box club. It was meant to be an ongoing club. The same group of guys month after month opening new products hoping to build their PC. In the beginning we even pre-ordered boxes that we know wouldn't be out for a month or two because the same 10 guys would still be in the break in two months time.

This was before group breaks were so popular. I realize that at this point it is common for group breaks to be a one-and-done kind of thing, but that wasn't the original intent of this group.

As I've also mentioned in recent months, the reason people join group breaks has also changed over the years. Originally you joined this break because you really collected the team you had. It wasn't about the big hit, it was just about getting hits for the team you collect. Now people mostly just join group breaks hopping to spend a little money and hit it big (be it a legend or the hot new rookie): they don't really collect the team.

It always bothered me when people would want to know what year's products we were opening before they would decide whether or not they wanted a specific team. If you collect that Bucks, what does it matter if we open an 09-10 product or an 07-06 product? Of course if you're just hoping to hit it big, then you don't want to have the bucks unless it's an 09-10 product and you've got a shot at a Jennings auto.

There's nothing wrong with joining a break to hit it big, I'm not trying to say that. I'm just trying to shed a little light on the history of this break. Hopefully frankieFBcards got an answer somewhere in there.

Posted by: RokCrawler08 Feb 5 2010, 02:51 AM

Heres Why I Want In, This Is The Convo Of My Last Box Break....

http://www.tradingcardcentral.com/forums/?showtopic=104903

1/8/08

Yea..lol 2 years ago...

dang i had some goodies bak then....anyways, i ned Master Collection GOodies. so i dont care if we break 02-03 long as i have a chance at some prince..lmao

Posted by: frankieFBcards Feb 5 2010, 02:31 PM



I WILL SELL MY SPOT TO ROCKCRAWLER ,
PM ME WITH ANY OFFER.

Posted by: Mike Lindegarde Feb 5 2010, 03:03 PM

QUOTE(frankieFBcards @ Feb 5 2010, 03:31 PM)
I WILL SELL MY SPOT TO ROCKCRAWLER ,
    PM ME WITH ANY OFFER.
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I suppose there isn't anything technically wrong with that, but selling your spot for a profit certainly isn't in the spirit of the group. No one has paid for their slot for the next month. If you want to drop out, just drop out and let him claim the spot.

Posted by: frankieFBcards Feb 5 2010, 03:32 PM

QUOTE(Mike Lindegarde @ Feb 5 2010, 04:03 PM)
I suppose there isn't anything technically wrong with that, but selling your spot for a profit certainly isn't in the spirit of the group.  No one has paid for their slot for the next month.  If you want to drop out, just drop out and let him claim the spot.
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I LIKE TO SEE NEW MEMBERS smile.gif

I DONT WANT TO JUST DROP OUT !!! mad.gif !! NOT ME !!



BUT MAYBE IF ..........ROCKCRAWLER , WANTS
......... PM ME/OR POST A REPLY FOR THE SPOT !!!


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