Topps Releases 1/1 Flagg-Knueppel Dual Auto Sneaker Relic Card

Limited-time Topps NOW card features autographs and game-worn sneaker pieces from rookie stars' head-to-head matchup.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 11:47am

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Topps announced a new Topps NOW chase card featuring a 1/1 dual autograph and dual sneaker relic of Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel and Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg. The card is available for purchase until February 1 at 5 p.m. ET, with the final print run determined by demand. The release comes after Knueppel and Flagg, both former Duke standouts, faced off in a high-scoring duel between their teams on January 31.

Why it matters

The Flagg-Knueppel rookie rivalry has already generated significant collector interest, with a previous 1/1 dual autograph card selling for over $91,000. The addition of game-worn sneaker relics to this new 1/1 card adds an extra layer of exclusivity and appeal for collectors seeking rare, real-time memorabilia from the burgeoning stars' matchup.

The details

The Topps NOW card features autographs from both Knueppel and Flagg, as well as pieces of the sneakers they wore during their January 31 game. Flagg scored 49 points for the Mavericks, while Knueppel had 34 points for the Hornets in Charlotte's win. Topps is only producing one copy of the dual auto and dual relic card, which will be awarded to a single collector who purchases the base Topps NOW card during the limited-time sale window.

  • The Topps NOW card is available for purchase until February 1, 2026 at 5 p.m. ET.
  • The Hornets-Mavericks game featuring the Knueppel-Flagg matchup took place on January 31, 2026.

The players

Kon Knueppel

A 6-foot-6 guard-forward for the Charlotte Hornets and former Duke standout, who was selected 4th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. He is averaging 18.9 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game this season.

Cooper Flagg

A 6-foot-9 forward for the Dallas Mavericks and former Duke standout, who was selected 1st overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. He is averaging 19.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game this season.

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The takeaway

This Topps NOW card release highlights the growing collector demand and value around the rookie rivalry between Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg, two of the NBA's most promising young stars. The addition of game-worn sneaker relics to the dual autograph card creates a truly unique and exclusive collectible that will likely fetch a high price on the secondary market.