8687FleerBasketball.com was created by collectors who got hooked on one of the most important basketball card sets ever made. The 1986-87 Fleer release wasn’t just another run of cards. It was the set that helped launch modern basketball collecting, introduced hobby icons, and gave us the Michael Jordan rookie that made everyone pay attention.
This site exists to make that era easier to enjoy, study, and collect. We wanted one place where you could look up cards, understand why certain players matter, see what to watch for with grading, and read a little history behind the set. Whether you’re trying to complete the full run, chasing high-grade Jordans, or just reliving the 80s NBA, you’re in the right spot.
What you’ll find here
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Set info: checklists, key cards, stickers, and background on the 1986-87 Fleer release.
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Collector help: tips on spotting condition issues, centering, and what affects value.
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Player spotlight: looks at the stars and rookies that defined the set.
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Hobby resources: links, notes, and guides to help you buy, sell, and protect your cards.
Why this set
The 86-87 Fleer set captures a turning point in basketball. Jordan, Barkley, Olajuwon, Ewing, Malone, Wilkins, Drexler, Isiah, Bird, Magic. It’s a lineup that almost feels fake. That kind of historic roster deserves a site dedicated to it.
Who this is for
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Collectors coming back to the hobby
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People who just pulled their old MJ out of a shoebox
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Buyers who want to understand why values are what they are
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Fans who simply love 80s NBA
Our goal
Keep the information clean, hobby-focused, and accurate. No drama, no weird clickbait, just solid info for people who like this set as much as we do. As the site grows, we’ll keep adding checklists, guides, and collecting notes.
Questions or suggestions
If there’s something you want to see here, a card you think we should feature, or a correction we should make, reach out. This is a niche site for a niche group of collectors, and we’re fine with that.