2021-22 Panini One and One Basketball

This is a premium release that arrived as Panini's final hurrah in the NBA licensing space, dropping in early 2022 before the company lost its exclusive deal. One and One centers on dual-player cards and partnerships, which is the gimmick that separates it from standard high-end fare. You're looking at LaMelo Ball, Luka Doncic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo as the key names that move boxes, though the print runs stayed relatively tight for a modern product. The base set itself is clean and minimal, which works in its favor when you're paying premium dollars per box. Parallels include Gold, Silver, and numbered versions down to single digits on the rarest variants. There's also autograph content woven throughout, so you're actually hunting for signed cards rather than just rare ink on the side. The real chase here is the various duo autograph cards and one-of-one materials. Panini packed One and One with premium hits, and the partnerships between star players on the same card create natural demand among collectors who want specific player combinations. You'll find standard autos mixed with patch cards and color parallels that narrow quickly depending on how deep the numbering goes. Retail boxes are typically more affordable than hobby, but hobby packs give you better odds at the autograph content. The product was also released in limited quantities compared to standard mid-tier releases, so sealed boxes hold value better than you'd expect for a 2022 release. Knowing Panini's licensing situation adds some urgency for completionists who want Panini's take on modern NBA stars. This works best for players who specifically chase Luka, LaMelo, or Giannis autos and don't mind the premium price tag. The dual-player angle is gimmicky but appealing if you're building a comp collection around two specific guys. Skip it if you're ripping casually or hunting base cards. Better to buy singles of your target players unless you have box budget to spare and want the fun of the hunt. For collectors who moved on from Panini by 2022, One and One isn't essential, but it holds historical value as Panini's swan song product.