A few days ago I heard the news that Hasbro and Fanatics have partnered to bring back the iconic Starting Lineup brand. Kids of the 80’s and 90′ will remember the days of playing with their favorite pro sports action figures including Michael Jordan, Eric Dickerson, Joe Montana, among others. Many of which were likely from this popular brand. So the news of the new Starting Lineup coming back in 2022 will bring back nostalgic memories for many.
Starting Lineup was introduced in 1988 by an American toy company, Kenner. Hasbro later acquired this company in the early 1990’s so many of you are likely more familiar with Starting Lineup being a Hasbro brand.
The lineup of sports action figures made a mostly successful run up until 2001 when the toy brand was discontinued. During the 2010’s, a few sporting events produced a limited set of Starting Lineup figures as promotional items.
Starting Lineup continues to be a popular collectible item with some going for several hundred dollars on eBay and others collectibles websites. Of course, these items are still in their original packaging.
Those that are collectors of authentic sports figures will enjoy this new lineup of Starting Lineup figures. The initial Starting Lineup collection features 8 NBA superstars including LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
These sports action figures are available for pre-order at Fanatics and Hasbro Pulse. Each NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 figure is priced at $49.99, which is much more than I can remember these figures going for in the 90’s.
Items are expected to be shipped December 1st, which will make these great Holiday gift ideas for NBA fans.
NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1
LeBron James Los Angeles Lakers NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 LeBron James NBA action figure comes in his Los Angeles Lakers Icon Edition jersey, as well as his LeBron 19 Low Nike shoes.
Stephen Curry Golden State Warriors NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup First Edition Stephen Curry NBA action figure comes in his Golden State Warriors Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Curry Flow 9 Under Armour shoes.
Ja Morant Memphis Grizzlies NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 Ja Morant NBA action figure comes in his Memphis Grizzlies Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Air Zoom G.T. Run Nike shoes.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Milwaukee Bucks NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 Giannis Antetokounmpo NBA action figure comes in his Milwaukee Bucks Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Zoom Freak 3 Nike shoes.
Jayson Tatum Boston Celtics NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 Jayson Tatum NBA action figure comes in his Boston Celtics Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Air Jordan XXXVI Nike shoes, complete with Taco Jay Nike logo.
Joel Embiid Philadelphia 76ers NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 Joel Embiid NBA action figure comes in his Philadelphia 76ers Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Embiid One Under Armour shoes.
Luka Doncic Dallas Mavericks NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 Luka Doncic NBA action figure comes in his Dallas Mavericks Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Air Jordan XXXVI Nike shoes.
Trae Young Atlanta Hawks NBA x Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure
The Starting Lineup Series 1 Trae Young NBA action figure comes in his Atlanta Hawks Icon Edition jersey, as well as his Trae Young 1 Adidas shoes, complete with Peachtree colorway.
Each Hasbro Starting Lineup Series 1 Action Figure will also come with a redemption code for a Panini NFT Trading Card of the athlete featured. Every figure also includes accessories and an exclusive Panini basketball trading card.
Who was your favorite sports action figure athlete growing up? Are there any specific Starting Lineup figures you are looking to collect but can’t find online? Share your thoughts with my readers in the comments section below.
