Atlanta Hawks:

Inspired by the 1995 logo and jersey, the Hawks are taking inspiration from an old classic for their 2026 Christmas Jersey.

Boston Celtics:

The Boston Celtics 2026 Christmas Day Jersey takes inspiration from the Boston Celtics iconic clover leaf logo.

Detroit Pistons:

The Christmas jersey for the Detroit Pistons is inspired by the franchises infamous horse logo design.

Golden State Warriors:

The Christmas Jersey of the Golden State Warriors takes inspiration from San Franciscos iconic Golden Gate Bridge which is also featured in the logo of the Warriors.

Los Angeles Lakers:

The Lakers' Christmas Jersey draws inspiration from the LA logo design lettering.

New York Knicks:

The New York Knicks 2026 Christmas Jersey is inspired by the teams NYK logo.

Philadelphia 76ers:

The Philadelphia 76ers 2026 Christmas Jersey is inspired by the star logo design.

Sacramento Kings:

The crown of the Kings is inspiration for the teams 2026 NBA Christmas Day Game Jersey.

What are your thoughts on the design inspirations behind the so far leaked Christmas Jerseys? Stay tuned for further updates.

We have a clear look at eight different team designs, confirming a radical shift in how Nike is approaching the league's flagship holiday games.

It is currently unconfirmed if more teams will receive this treatment.

NBA 2026 Christmas Jerseys Aesthetic: Dark, Neon, and Centralized

If you were expecting snowflakes, cursive holiday scripts, or traditional festive colors, think again. The Nike NBA 2026 Christmas jerseys completely abandon traditional winter tropes in favor of a dark, hyper-modern, and highly textured streetwear aesthetic.

Every single leaked jersey follows a very strict, unified template:

• Dark Canvas: Almost all jerseys utilize a solid black or dark navy base.
• Centralized Logos: The Nike Swoosh, team wordmark, and player numbers are shrunken down and stacked perfectly down the center of the chest.
• Vibrant 3D Graphics: The dark bases serve as the backdrop for incredibly loud, glowing, and heavily textured graphics that are unique to each city's identity.

Boston Celtics:

A dark base illuminated by a glowing, neon-green "aurora" design

Sacramento Kings

A stealthy black design highlighted by a vibrant purple, neon-like gradient rising from the hem - a clear nod to the famous "Light the Beam" tradition.

Atlanta Hawks

A brushstroke graphic resembling eagle/hawk feathers in blue and neon green, cut by a white line

Golden State Warriors

A striking asymmetrical design inspired by the Bay Bridge

New York Knicks

The Knicks receive a striking design in black, blue and orange

Detroit Pistons

A brilliant "Motor City" tribute featuring retro teal accents and glowing hot rod flames rising from the waist

Philadelphia 76ers

A pitch-black jersey flanked by massive, glowing neon-red stars wrapping around the sides.

Los Angeles Lakers

A heavily textured, shimmering deep purple and black graphic that mimics the look of draped satin.

Utilizing the exact same dark, experimental template we have seen across the league, this leak perfectly incorporates the Kings' most iconic modern tradition.

Nike Sacramento Kings 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike Sacramento Kings Christmas edition jersey.

The Nike Sacramento Kings 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a stealthy and electrifying aesthetic. The jersey features a solid black base, providing the perfect nighttime canvas for a vibrant, glowing purple graphic rising from the bottom hem.

The blurred, neon-like purple gradient instantly evokes the famous "Light the Beam" laser that shoots into the Sacramento sky after every Kings victory.

Following the strict, minimalist template seen across this entire leaked collection, all typography of the Sacramento Kings 2026 Christmas uniform is perfectly centralized. A white Nike Swoosh sits directly above a modern, blocky "KINGS" wordmark and the player number. To complete the premium look, the collar and armholes are finished with a sharp silver-grey trim.

This latest leak utilizes the exact same highly experimental, dark-aesthetic template as the others, but brings a brilliant local twist to the graphic.

Nike Detroit Pistons 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike Detroit Pistons Christmas jersey, for the 2026-2027 NBA season.

The Nike Detroit Pistons 26-27 Christmas jersey introduces a fiery design. The jersey features a solid black base, providing a stark canvas for a striking, blurred graphic rising from the bottom hem. The graphic perfectly mimics the glowing, air-brushed flames of a classic hot rod - a brilliant and unmistakable nod to Detroit's "Motor City" automotive heritage.

The fiery red and orange hues seamlessly fade into the dark upper half of the Detroit Pistons 2026 Christmas basketball jersey.

Following the strict, minimalist template we have seen across this leaked collection, all typography of the Detroit Pistons 2026 Christmas jersey is perfectly centralized. A teal outlined Nike Swoosh sits directly above a compact "DETROIT" wordmark and the player number. To tie the whole look together, the collar, armholes, and side panels are finished with a vibrant, glowing teal trim, reminiscent of the Pistons' beloved late-90s color palette.

This latest leak proves that Nike is fully committed to a dark, highly textured, and hyper-modern aesthetic for the upcoming holiday games.

Nike Atlanta Hawks 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike Atlanta Hawks Christmas jersey for the 2026-2027 NBA season.

The Nike Atlanta Hawks 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a sleek and aggressive design that heavily leans into the team's avian identity. The jersey utilizes a black base, providing a stark canvas for a striking, all-over graphic pattern.

The graphic appears to be a stylized, abstract interpretation of hawk feathers, painted in dynamic, sweeping brushstrokes of vibrant blue and subtle neon green. The textured, painted effect gives the jersey an intense, high-energy look.

Adding a unique structural element not seen on the other leaked 2026 Christmas jerseys, a thin, sharp white line cuts diagonally across the chest and down the right side of the torso. This might be mimicking the sweeping flight path of a bird of prey.

Following the strict 2026 holiday design template, all typography and branding are heavily minimized and perfectly centralized. A sleek white-outlined Nike Swoosh, a compact "ATLANTA" wordmark, and the player number are stacked neatly down the chest, ensuring the feather graphic remains the focal point.

Nike Golden State Warriors 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike Golden State Warriors Christmas jersey for the 2026-2027 NBA season.

The Nike Golden State Warriors 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a sleek, highly modern aesthetic. The jersey features a solid black base, but it stands out from the rest of the collection with a striking, asymmetrical graphic.

This 3D, draped satin effect is a brilliant, stylized nod to the iconic Bay Bridge.

Following the strict 2026 Christmas template rules we've seen so far, all typography and branding are heavily minimized and perfectly centralized to let the base graphic shine. A shrunken Nike Swoosh, a compact "WARRIORS" wordmark, and the player number are stacked neatly down the chest. Every element, including the collar and armhole trim, is highlighted by sharp, yellow outlines, maintaining the regal Warriors DNA.

With five teams now leaked, Nike's vision for 2026 is crystal clear: out with the traditional snowy, festive tropes, and in with dark, neon-lit, highly textured modern streetwear aesthetics.

Nike New York Knicks 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike New York Knicks Christmas jersey for the 2026-2027 NBA season.

The Nike New York Knicks 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a sleek, dark aesthetic, like the other Christmas jerseys. The jersey features a black base, dominated by a unique pattern in deep blue. The pattern feature a soft, blurred gradient effect, making it look like glowing light trails.

Keeping strictly to the 2026 Christmas template, all branding is perfectly centralized and minimized. A black Nike Swoosh, a compact "KNICKS" wordmark, and the player number are stacked down the chest, all highlighted by sharp, neon-orange outlines.

Classic Knicks orange trim rounds off the collar, armholes, and side panels, ensuring the team's DNA remains intact.

This latest leak completely confirms the dark, neon-centric aesthetic Nike is pushing for the league's biggest regular-season games next year.

Nike Philadelphia 76ers 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike Philadelphia 76ers Christmas jersey for the 2026-2027 NBA season.

The Nike Philadelphia 76ers 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a sleek, aggressive design that feels more like a modern streetwear piece than a traditional basketball uniform. The jersey utilizes a solid black base, providing the perfect canvas for the absolute standout feature: large, glowing neon-red stars wrapping around the upper torso and sides.

These striking red stars are heavily outlined and feature a brilliant blurred "glow" effect, making them pop violently against the dark background.

Matching the design template seen in the recent Celtics and Lakers leaks, all the typography and branding are heavily minimized and perfectly centralized. A sleek gold-outlined Nike Swoosh, a small "SIXERS" wordmark, and the player number are all stacked neatly down the middle of the chest. Classic gold trim on the collar, armholes, and side panels completes the premium look.

With Boston getting glowing green auroras, LA getting shimmering satin, and Philly getting neon red stars, this 2026 Christmas collection is shaping up to be Nike's most radical NBA release yet.

This latest leak all but confirms that Nike is pushing a highly experimental, league-wide aesthetic for the 2026 holiday games.

Nike LA Lakers 2026 Christmas Edition

This is the new Nike LA Lakers Christmas jersey for the 2026-2027 NBA season.

The Nike LA Lakers 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a stunning, hyper-modern aesthetic that completely ditches traditional festive themes. The jersey features a dark black and deep purple base, but the standout element is the incredible all-over graphic pattern. The print mimics the look of shimmering, draped satin or liquid metal, giving the jersey a striking 3D texture effect.

Just like the leaked Celtics jersey, the typography and branding are heavily minimized and perfectly centralized to let the wild base graphic shine.

A simple gold-outlined Nike Swoosh sits directly above a shrunken, classic "Lakers" wordmark. The numbers are also perfectly centered, rendered in solid black with a sharp gold outline. Adding a touch of classic Lakers royalty to the futuristic design, the collar and armholes are finished with elegant gold trim.

In late February 2026, Basketball Jersey Archive exclusively leaked that Nike is bringing back the Christmas jerseys, and now we can leak the first design.

IMPORTANT: We can now 100% confirm that this design is actually a Christmas edition. It could also be just a special-edition uniform, but the Christmas option is the most likely.

Nike Boston Celtics 2026 Christmas Edition

The Nike Boston Celtics 2026 Christmas jersey introduces a radically modern, futuristic aesthetic. Ditching the classic solid white or green, the jersey features a dark black base dominated by a striking, glowing green gradient pattern. The blurry, neon-like shapes give the jersey an almost "aurora" or thermal heatmap effect.

Keeping the focus entirely on the loud pattern, the typography has been heavily minimized. A small, simple white Nike Swoosh sits centrally above a compact "BOSTON" wordmark and a sharply outlined number.

The collar and armholes are finished with clean, classic black and white trim, ensuring the team's traditional identity isn't completely lost in the futuristic design.

Basketball Jersey Archive knows that other NBA teams playing on Christmas Day will receive similar futuristic, neon-glowing designs. Stay tuned for more leaks.

The Nike Boston Celtics 2026 Christmas jersey will be launched in fall/winter 2026.

In the Bay, dreams don’t stay dreams for long.

The moment you’ve allllll been waiting for — the Valkyries Violet Edition is here.

Chase | @kpnorcal pic.twitter.com/YVUQJD4VhI

— Golden State Valkyries (@valkyries) March 30, 2026

Golden State Valkyries 2026 Jerseys:

These are the Golden State Valkyries uniforms for the 2026 WNBA season.

Golden State Valkyries 2026 Heroine Edition:

The Golden State Valkyries 2026 Heroine Jersey is mainly white and features the "VALKYRIES" wordmark across the chest in a sharp, jagged black font.The design is framed by a purple V-neck collar and purple and gold armhole trim, effectively highlighting the franchise's new primary colors.

Golden State Valkyries 2026 Explorer Edition:

The Golden State Valkyries 2026 Explorer Jersey is mainly purple and utilizes a bold, block-lettered "GOLDEN STATE" wordmark in black. The uniform is rounded off with black-and gold armholes design and a black v-neck collar., providing a premium look that replaces the team's inaugural debut designs after just one season.

Comparison:

Here's a direct comparison between the new and replaced jerseys.

There has been rumors for a Timberwolves visual refresh since the summer of 2025, and now, the wait is almost over. Newly leaked retail hoodies indeed show the new branding.

The Leaked Logos

The Howling Wolf:

The first image shows a modernized nod to the classic KG era. It features a grey wolf howling in profile against a blue basketball, accented by a bright Kelly green North Star.

The "MINN" Tree Line:

The second mark features a stylized "MINN" arching over the top half of a basketball, anchored by the franchise's iconic pine tree silhouettes.

Reliable uniform tracker @ProLineMockups some months ago reported that new T-Wolves jerseys are in the pipeline for the 2026-2027 season.

What This Means for the Jerseys

2001-2006 jersey.

The most exciting takeaway? The prominent return of the pine trees. This heavily implies that the Timberwolves' new 2026-27 jerseys will feature a modern revival of the legendary "tree-trim" uniforms from the late 90s and early 2000s, moving away from the minimalist look of their current era.

So here’s something unexpected: I think I’ve found a reason to believe why the Minnesota Timberwolves are changing logos for 2026

It’s the same reason why I predicted Titans & Rams logo changes back in January

Connecting more dots here:
- @ProLineMockups reported new jerseys… https://t.co/BCYQrODfgx pic.twitter.com/bxPPS2aRWT

— Zach Cohen (@ZachCohenFB) March 24, 2026

25 February 2026: At Basketball Jersey Archive, we can leak that Nike is set to bring back special NBA Christmas jerseys for the 2026-27 National Basketball Association season.

Nike 2026-27 Christmas Jerseys

The return of dedicated Christmas uniforms has been one of the most requested features among fans in recent years. The NBA previously had themed Christmas Day jerseys during the Adidas era, but the tradition was discontinued after Nike took over the league’s uniform contract in 2017.

In 2024, LeBron James lamented the loss of the Christmas jersey tradition. The following year, Adidas seized the opportunity to mock Nike for not releasing Christmas uniforms.

Details about the exact designs are not known yet, but the move signals a revival of one of the league’s most popular annual kit moments.'

Nike Christmas Jerseys Concept by ESPN

The Nike NBA 26-27 Christmas jerseys will be released in November/December 2026.

Brooklyn Nets

The Nets are expected to channel the iconic Julius Erving era. A return to the classic New York Nets aesthetic which features the vintage red, white, and blue colorway with signature star-spangled side paneling is highly anticipated.

Denver Nuggets

Before they were the modern Nuggets, the franchise built its foundation in the ABA as the Denver Rockets. This Classic Edition is expected to feature vibrant, vintage colorways, potentially resurrecting the classic typography from the 1970s.

Indiana Pacers

Boasting one of the most successful ABA legacies, the Pacers are primed to revive their golden era. Expect to see a return to the classic royal blue and yellow color-blocking, paying homage to the championship-winning squads that dominated the league before the NBA merger.

San Antonio Spurs

The Spurs have a fascinating ABA lineage. By leaning into the inaugural retro silver and black aesthetic from their historic move to San Antonio, this upcoming Classic Edition jersey is destined to be a grail for collectors.

Stay tuned for further updates.

NBA 2026 U.S. vs World All-Star Game Jerseys by Jordan Brand

The designs of the NBA 2026 U.S. vs World All-Star Game Jerseys pay homage to Los Angeles hosting its seventh All-Star Game, with "All-Stars" script on the front accompanied by seven stars signifying the city's All-Star hosting history.

USA 2026 All-Star Jersey - Red

USA 2026 All-Star Jersey - Blue

Team of the World 2026 All-Star Jersey

The Jordan Brand Swingman NBA 2026 All-Star jerseys will be available for purchase starting Wednesday, February 5 at 10am ET on NBAStore.com and Nike.com ahead of the February 15 round-robin tournament at Intuit Dome.

LeBron James LA Lakers Tribute Jersey:

The jersey utilizes a vintage-inspired off-white mesh rather than the standard bright white used for home uniforms. The design maintains the classic "Lakers" identity with the wordmark and number #23 rendered in purple tackle twill with gold embroidery.

Commerative Design:

A closer look at the jock tag reveals the specific intent behind the design as it features a premium cream-colored patch with LeBron James' signature engraved in gold. Directly below the signature is the text "Los Angeles Lakers 2019-2020," explicitly connecting this piece to the team's 17th NBA Championship season in the Orlando Bubble.

There is no information yet on whether this is a standalone retail release or part of a larger collection. Stay tuned for further updates on pricing and availability.

One City. One Jersey. One Fire. pic.twitter.com/bgIkS1UUrc

— Portland Fire (@theportlandfire) January 28, 2026

"Our 2026 jerseys are an embodiment of this new era of the team: bold, innovative, and resilient," said Kimberly Veale, the team’s Senior VP of Marketing and Communications.

Portland Fire 2026 Heroine Edition

The Portland Fire 2026 Heroine Edition Jersey is a minimalist white home kit featuring a bold red "FIRE" wordmark across the chest accented by high-contrast black numbers. The design is anchored by side-tape detailing inspired by the new "PDX" logo and the Willamette River, intended to represent the "passion for the team" and the city's enduring spirit.

Portland Fire 2026 Explorer Edition

The Portland Fire 2026 Explorer Edition Jersey serves as the franchise's road identity, showcasing a textured red patterned fabric with "Portland" scripted across the chest in black. Complemented by white numbers for maximum visibility, this jersey celebrates the "Fire's legacy in Portland" while utilizing side panels that mirror the fluid lines of the local geography.

The Fire are scheduled to make their regular-season debut at the Moda Center on May 9, 2026, against the Chicago Sky. According to interim president Clare Hamill, the return is a reclamation of the city's status as a champion for women's sports.

MLK JERSEYS ARE BACK.

Coming January 2027. pic.twitter.com/9Etr2guIc1

— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) January 19, 2026

The news broke during Monday’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day matchup between the Hawks and the Milwaukee Bucks. During the live broadcast on Peacock, Atlanta native and host Maria Taylor announced that the franchise will reintroduce the jerseys honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. for the 2026-27 season.

special warmup tees for MLK day

The Atlanta MLK jersey was released for the 2020-21 season as a "City Edition" jersey and immediately became one of the most sought-after designs in NBA history. It was the first time a league uniform prominently featured the initials of an individual on the chest, marking a landmark partnership between the Hawks, Nike, the NBA, and the King Estate.

Leaked Nike NBA x NFL Jerseys:

Each jersey in this upcoming drop is all-black, utilizing mesh similar to authentic NFL "Game" jerseys. The designs replace the standard basketball numbering with football-style shoulder and chest digits, while maintaining the iconic team wordmarks and colors as secondary accents against the black base.

Following is the alphabetical list of the eight teams included in this exclusive rollout:

Boston Celtics:

Chicago Bulls:

Golden State Warriors:

Los Angeles Lakers:

Memphis Grizzlies:

Milwaukee Bucks:

New York Knicks:

Phoenix Suns:

There is no information yet when these jerseys will release. Stay tuned for further updates.

While most teams retire a handful of jerseys for their Hall of Fame legends, Boston’s "retirement rate" is in a league of its own. Here is how they stack up against the other franchises with the most retired numbers:

Note: Bill Russell’s #6 was retired league-wide in 2022.

Perspective of former captain Marcus Smart:

The debate over whether the Celtics have "too many" retired numbers is a constant talking point in Boston. Critics argue that retiring role players from the 1960s makes it difficult for modern stars to build their own "number brand."

However, former Celtics captain Marcus Smart offers a different view. Smart famously wanted to wear #3 (Dennis Johnson) or #33 (Larry Bird), both of which were retired. He eventually settled for #36, being the only player to wear the number league-wide.

"I say leave it for the simple fact that that’s our past. They’re the ones that started the tradition of the championships in Boston", Smart said. "When you barely have enough numbers for your players, it shows a lot about your success. At the end of the day, you’ve got to work with what you’ve got."

Note: Image doesn't include Paul Pierce #34 which was retired in 2019.

The Aesthetic Shift: Historically, NBA players prefer single digits or numbers in the 20s. In Boston, we now see players in #99 (Chris Boucher), #77 (Amari Williams), and #88 (Neemias Queta).

The "Loscy" Solution: Some suggest the Celtics should adopt the Jim Loscutoff model. Loscutoff, a 7-time champion, asked the team not to retire his #18 so future players could wear it. Instead, the team hung a banner with his nickname, "LOSCY." (Ironically, the team later retired #18 anyway for Dave Cowens).

Our Verdict: A High-Class Problem:

While it may be frustrating for a rookie to find their preferred "attractive" number is unavailable, the crowded rafters serve a greater purpose. Every retired number represents a brick in the foundation of the most successful team in basketball. As Marcus Smart puts it: "The number don’t make us. You’ve still got to go out there and play."

2025-26 NBA Jersey Sponsor Overview

Currently, 29 of 30 teams feature a jersey sponsor patch. The Portland Trail Blazers remain the only team with a clean jersey, but it seems to be a calculated move. By waiting, Portland is eyeing the massive Chinese market, potentially leveraging the hype around 7'1" center Yang Hansen. In today’s market, holding out for a global partner is more valuable than settling for a local one.

Driving the Value

What’s pushing revenues toward the $300M league-wide mark?

credits: sportbusiness on IG

International Deals: Brands like Rakuten and Bibigo use the jersey as a global billboard, not just a local ad.

Strategic Renewal: Deals are no longer short-term; they are deep partnerships involving community and digital storytelling.

The Opinion of the Fans:

While some brands (like the Lakers' Bibigo) color-match their logos, others are seen as "visual pollutants." A prime example is the Cleveland-Cliffs patch. Fans have been vocal about the blue and green steel company logo clashing with Cleveland’s iconic wine and gold, especially compared to the previous Goodyear "Wingfoot," which was widely praised for its subtle, integrated look.

While the parent club in Philadelphia is primarily utilizing a black Hardwood Classic throwback this season, the Blue Coats’ version adapts the aesthetic to their own royal blue brand identity:

• Typography: The jersey features the word "COATS" rendered in the iconic, italicized font used by the 76ers from 1997 to 2008.

• Logo Integration: The signature "streaking basketball" logo from the Iverson era is integrated into the wordmark, with the ball shooting across the chest.

• Colorway: The uniforms utilize a royal blue base with red, gold, and silver trim, mirroring the 76ers' 2000-01 alternate road uniforms.

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The introduction of these uniforms is part of a broader, season-long celebration within the 76ers organization. The 76ers are scheduled to wear their black anniversary jerseys for 20 games during the 2025-26 season, supported by alumni tributes and themed game nights. By adopting the "Blue" version of this look, the Delaware Blue Coats are aligning their visual identity with the branding currently being emphasized by the front office in Philadelphia.

1. The Washington Wizards: The Monument

The Wizards' primary logo features a basketball that serves as a canvas for the city's most iconic landmark. If you look at the white-grey negative space in the center of the ball, it forms the silhouette of the Washington Monument. It is a brilliant way to anchor the team to the nation's capital without needing a literal drawing of the city skyline.

2. The Dallas Mavericks: The Forehead "M"

The Mavericks’ stallion is one of the more detailed marks in the league, but it contains a subtle geometric secret. On the horse's forehead, the shading and highlights are meticulously arranged to form a stylized "M". This ensures the city’s identity is literally "on the mind" of the mascot at all times.

3. The Milwaukee Bucks: The "M" in the Neck

The 2015 Bucks rebrand is a masterclass in modernizing a mascot while retaining "silhouette value". If you look at the green space undernetah the buck’s head and above its chest, the shape forms a sharp "M" for Milwaukee.

4. The Milwaukee Bucks: The "Hidden Ball"

Additionally for the Bucks, the inner edges of the antlers are meticulously curved to form the seams of a basketball, ensuring the sport is represented even in a mascot-heavy mark.

5. The Houston Rockets: The "H" within the "R"

The Rockets' current logo is often seen as a simple, sleek "R" shaped like a rocket taking off. However, it packs a deceptive amount of information into a minimalist frame. The crossbar of the "R" and the vertical struts are designed so that the negative space also forms a clear "H" for Houston. It’s a dual-lettermark that represents both the team name and its home city simultaneously.

6. The Houston Rockets: The "Rocket" within the "R"

The primary "R" is stylized as a rocket ship blasting off from a circular landing pad.

The Data of Standardization: 2010 vs. 2025

photo by sportslogos.net

The shift toward circular "roundel" logos - marks consisting of a central icon enclosed by a circular border containing the team’s name - is not just a trend; it is a league-wide directive.

• In 2010: Only five NBA teams utilized a circular or semi-circular primary logo (the Lakers, Celtics, 76ers, Pistons, and Pacers).

• In 2025: That number has surged to 16 primary marks, representing over half the league.

Franchises like the Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Denver Nuggets have all transitioned from unique, irregularly shaped identities to the standardized circular format during recent rebrands.

I can’t be the only one disappointed by the lack of recent creativity with NBA logos, right?

Primary NBA logos in 2025:
- 16 are circular or semi-circular

Primary NBA logos in 2010:
- 5 are circular or semi-circular https://t.co/9WKHASOKrP pic.twitter.com/RYGEhsEzNp

— Zach Cohen (@ZachCohenFB) December 19, 2025

This transition is driven by a strategy often referred to in league offices as the "Global Logo." According to Christopher Arena, the NBA’s Vice President for Identity and Brand Identity, the goal is to create marks that are instantly recognizable in any market, regardless of language. To achieve this, the league "encourages" (aka requires) that primary logos include a basketball to immediately identify the product.

Furthermore, the rise of the circular logo is a response to the "app icon" economy. In a digital-first world, a logo must be legible as a tiny 50x50 pixel favicon or a social media avatar. A circular "roundel" is the most efficient shape for these digital containers, ensuring the team name and icon remain centered and symmetrical on every screen.

Design critics and historians, most notably those from the late Uni-Watch, have long critiqued this "sanitization" of sports design. Paul Lukas famously coined the term "The Great Circle Jerk" to describe the phenomenon of teams being funneled into a single, corporate design template.

example of the new Orlando Magic logo earlier this year

The primary victim of this shift is silhouette value. In previous eras, you could distinguish the Rockets' logo from the Timberwolves' logo by their outlines alone. Today, if you were to view the silhouettes of 16 different primary logos, they would appear as identical circles. This loss of distinctiveness trades local franchise heritage for corporate scalability, resulting in a league where team identities feel more like interchangeable "coasters" than unique civic symbols.

Our Opinion:

While the NBA has successfully streamlined its brand for a global, digital audience, it has done so at the cost of visual diversity. As more teams adopt the circular mandate, the "Global Logo" risks becoming a generic one, stripping the league of the vibrant, varied aesthetic that once made its team identities so iconic.

In a timely move on Christmas Day 2025, Adidas Basketball has weighed in on the ongoing debate regarding the NBA's holiday uniforms. The brand shared a look back at its iconic 2015 'Season's Greetings' collection, pointedly stating that Christmas Day attire 'used to be elite.' This official knock from the league's former outfitter adds significant weight to the growing sentiment that the current minimalist approach lacks the prestige of previous eras.

Christmas Day fits used to be elite… pic.twitter.com/r4S0FoXCpv

— adidas Basketball (@adidasHoops) December 25, 2025

With the 2025 holiday slate approaching, the NBA once again finds itself without a dedicated Christmas Day uniform program. For those tracking the evolution of league aesthetics, the current lack of seasonal jerseys represents a significant shift from a tradition that peaked during the previous decade.

The Christmas Jersey Era:

The "Christmas Jersey" era is largely associated with Adidas, which utilized the enormous December 25th platform to experiment with bold design concepts. From the monochromatic "Big Color" series in 2012 to the vintage-inspired "Season’s Greetings" script jerseys of 2015 and 2016, these uniforms served as a distinct visual marker for the league's marquee regular-season day.

How it is today:

Since Nike assumed the apparel contract in 2017, this tradition has been largely abandoned in favor of the broader "City" and "Statement Edition" cycles. Today, the only holiday-specific identifier is a minimalist snowflake patch on the back of standard jerseys.

Critique:

The desire for the return of these uniforms isn't merely a fan-driven sentiment as it has been echoed at the highest level of the game. Exactly one year ago, LeBron James commented on the loss of the tradition, noting the psychological impact on the players: His critique highlights a missed opportunity by Nike and the NBA.

Inspiration & Concepts:

Currently, the Basketball Jersey Creator website is hosting a competition where users have submitted modern interpretations of holiday jerseys. The submitted designs demonstrate a clear market demand and creative potential that remains untapped by official channels.

Our Opinion:

From our perspective, the NBA should undoubtedly reinstate the Christmas Day uniform program to restore the "event" status of these marquee games. Moving beyond a simple patch to a full design would honor the league's aesthetic history and satisfy a clear demand from both the players and the global jersey community.

Todays Matchups (12/25/2025):

Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks:

Cleveland’s holiday concept uses a dark red base with a golden "Cleveland" wordmark, while New York appears in a white jersey with blue cursive text and blue numbering. The uniforms utilize ornate script to evoke a vintage Christmas feel that stands out.

San Antonio Spurs vs Oklahoma City Thunder:

This pairing showcases a clean white Spurs jersey with black cursive text and a navy Thunder kit with golden lettering. These designs prioritize a clean, classic appearance by applying traditional holiday fonts to the teams' primary color palettes.

Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors:

This matchup highlights a navy blue Mavericks jersey with golden script and a vibrant cream Warriors uni with blue cursive lettering.

Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers:

The revamped Rockets are envisioned in a bold red jersey with golden cursive script, while the Lakers feature a sophisticated cream-based uniform with purple lettering. These designs utilize the "Season's Greetings" style, employing high-contrast colors and elegant typography to create a formal holiday appearance.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets:

The Timberwolves concept features a black "tree" base with golden cursive script, while the Nuggets counter with a deep red jersey using cream-colored lettering and detailing.

Hanger 3D models are now available 🏀 pic.twitter.com/0s2rMENluU

— Basketball Jersey Creator (@jersey_creator) December 22, 2025

The new "Hanging" Model:

example look

The hanging model features your custom jerseys displayed realistically as if suspended from a hanger. This presentation style creates a professional look that emphasizes design details such as unique side patterns, collar or armpipe designs.

The new "Flying" Model:

example look

The second option includes the "Flying" model, which showcases jerseys in a suspended, three-dimensional space. This addition is designed to help users better visualize how side panels and complex textures wrap around the jersey.

How to Access the New Models:

To find these new visualization options, follow the steps identified in the site’s interface settings:

1. Navigate to the Gear Settings tab located on the left-hand sidebar.

2. Scroll down to the section labeled "3D Model."

3. Open the dropdown menu to choose your preferred model, such as the new "Flying (Nike)" or hanging variants.

TRY IT OUT HERE

Alongside the contract announcement, the federation revealed the Home and Away kits that will debut in early 2026.

Germany 2026 Adidas Home Jersey:

The new Adidas Germany Home jersey is designed in classic white with fine pinstripes, a texture directly inspired by the German Football Association's 125th-anniversary shirt from 2025. It features black piping on the V-neck and armholes, while the side panels display the brand's iconic three stripes in the national colors of black, red, and gold. The chest is finished with a central "Deutschland" wordmark alongside the Federal Eagle (Bundesadler) and the Adidas logo.

Germany 2026 Adidas Away Jersey:

The Germany 2026 Away jersey arrives in an anthracite colorway featuring a pattern of black dots designed to mimic the tactile pebble structure of a basketball. Contrasting red piping highlights the V-neck and armholes, providing a sharp break from the dark base. Completing the look, the signature three stripes run down the sides of the jersey in a distinct gold tone.

Both new DBB jerseys will be available for purchase starting in February 2026 via www.adidas.de/basketball, selected Adidas stores, the official DBB shop, and authorized retailers.

For the final rounds of the tournament, the NBA designated that both teams would wear their "Statement Edition" uniforms, which has been a typical sight in the 2025 edition of the tournament. Both the Knicks and Spurs introduced new Statement Edition designs for the 2025-26 season.

2025 Las Vegas Court:

The court for the semifinals and championship game in Las Vegas differs from the fully painted courts used during group play.

The court has been designed by Victor Solomon and is an natural wood court. The court features a black out-of-bounds area. Along the bottom sideline, there is a red-to-blue gradient block design representing the Eastern and Western Conferences. The NBA Cup trophy is etched into center court and the keys, and an oversized sublimated bracket graphic spans the playing surface.

2024 & 2023 NBA Cup Las Vegas Courts:

The game is set to tip-off at 8:30 PM EST and will be broadcasted exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.

Safety concerns regarding the painted courts have been rising, with Mavericks star Luka Dončić explicitly stating, “It’s just slippery. It’s dangerous... I slipped a lot of times.” As the court is sent back for repairs to fix the lacquer and grip, the Lakers will revert to their standard hardwood at Crypto.com Arena for the immediate future.

Phoenix Mercury 2026 Heroine Jersey:

The white Phoenix Mercury Heroine Edition jersey features "MERCURY" displayed prominently across the chest. This, along with the player numbers, is rendered in the team's new, exclusive "Mighty Mercury" typeface which is the first time in the franchise's history that the numbers have been in a custom font. Both the wordmark and numbers are outlined in a newly introduced "psychic purple" color. As a tribute to the team's inaugural uniforms, the jersey incorporates colored shoulder straps. The wordmark itself is set on an eight-degree arc, a subtle detail honoring the Mercury's status as one of the WNBA's eight original franchises.

Phoenix Mercury 2026 Explorer uniform:

Following the same design principles, the purple Explorer Edition jersey features "PHOENIX" across the chest in the modern "Mighty Mercury" font, also outlined in psychic purple. The back neckline of both the Heroine and Explorer jerseys includes a commemorative patch displaying a silver trophy and the number three, celebrating the Mercury's three WNBA championships in 2007, 2009, and 2014.

Details:

The shorts are rich with symbolic details. The team's modernized "M" logo is placed on the beltline, while the primary logo is featured on the right back leg. Diagonal lines across the bottom of the shorts represent the orange rings from the global logo, with eight individual lines symbolizing the Mercury's place as an original franchise. These asymmetrical lines are positioned at an angle of 19.97 degrees, referencing the team's inaugural 1997 season and calling back to the iconic shorts worn by the Phoenix Suns in the 1990s.

5th: Brooklyn Nets - 4.24/5 Stars (111 votes)

Coming in at 5th place with an rating of 4.24 stars out of 5 is the Brooklyn Nets Black 'Coogi' City Jerseys which is a direct rerelease of the version worn in the 2018-19 season. The defining feature of the jersey is the vibrant, multi-colored trim that runs along the collar, armholes, and down the side panels and it gets an deserved place as the 5th best 2025-26 NBA City Jersey.

4th: Minnesota Timberwolves - 4.26/5 Stars (175 votes)

Ranked slightly above the 2025-26 Nets' city jersey is the Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Purple Rain city Jersey which is inspired by Prince. Same as for the Nets Coogi Jerseys, the Purple Rain Jersey is a direct rerelease of a previous edition, in this case the 2018-19 City Jersey. The jersey celebrates both the artist’s legacy and Minneapolis’ vibrant culture.

3rd: San Antonio Spurs - 4.31/5 Stars (199 votes)

Ranked 3rd is the San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 Fiesta City Jerseys, which is once again a rerelease of a previous jersey, in this case the 20-21 Spurs city uniform. A prominent diagonal stripe of turquoise, pink, and orange cuts across the chest, which echoes the vibrant heritage of the franchise's popular "Fiesta" era.

2nd: Phoenix Suns - 4.31/5 Stars (186 votes)

Coming in at a close second place is the Phoenix Suns 2025-26 "The Valley" City Jersey, which follows suite with previous ranks as it's once again a direct rerelease of a previous edition. The fan-favourite, dubbed as "The Valley", this jersey pays homage to the region’s grit, pride and nature.

1st: Miami Heat - 4.45/5 Stars (427 votes)

The clear winner of the 2025-26 City Jersey is, unsurprisingly, the Miami Heat 2025-26 "Miami Vice" City uniform. It features the iconic “Miami” script from the Miami Arena marquee and blue and pink accents synonymous with the city and the HEAT brand.

Honourable Mentions:

These are some jerseys that just barely missed out on the top 5, most notably the Golden State Warriors 'The Town' City Jerseys.

NBA 2025-2026 Jerseys

The 2025-26 NBA season is bringing a fresh wave of new uniforms, and we've compiled everything right here in one place. From throwbacks to bold new concepts, see what your favorite team will be wearing next year.

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please note: Clippers jerseys set to feature "Visit Rwanda" sponsorship patch, however there are no photos featuring the sponsor available yet.

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Slovakia 2025 Home Jersey:

This is the new Slovak Home Jersey, designed by the Nice Guy Creative Studio.

The new Slovakia 2025 Home Jersey is predominantly held in white and features navy detailing. The standout feature of the jersey is the front chevron design in navy blue with the "SLOVAKIA" wordmark implemented into the chevron in white. he Design created by creatives Pavol Kyselica and Matej Špánik, the logo relies on negative space rather than iconography. The jersey is rounded off with simple navy detailing on the armholes and collar.

Slovakia 2025 Away Jersey:

The Macron Slovakia 2025 Away Jersey flips the colors of the white "home" edition and is mainly navy blue. The Away jersey features the same chevron front design. The primary mark highlights the letters “SK” within the word “BASKET,” set against a deep blue palette chosen to align the sport visually with Slovak hockey and football.

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Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 City Jersey:

This is the Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 City Jersey

The Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 City Edition jersey is built on a black base, setting a modern and intense tone. The "DALLAS" wordmark and the number "3" are presented in a bold sliver with a crisp royal blue outline, creating a sharp contrast on the chest. The jersey's most distinctive feature is its dynamic side panels, where sweeping arcs of shimmering blue frame a section of vibrant blue and black vertical stripes. A clean silver trim along the collar and armholes elegantly ties the entire design together.

Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 City Jersey Shorts:

The Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 City shorts feature a primary black color with bold styling down the sides. Diagonal royal blue stripes create a dynamic pattern, which is separated from the front by a vertical blue and silver stripe. The design is completed with the "MAVS" wordmark in a silver, stylized font on the lower right leg and the team's circular horse-head logo centered on the waistband.

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Comparison:

As mentioned earlier, The new uniform is based on the 2020-21 Dallas Mavericks City Jersey.

The Dallas Mavericks have not unveiled an court to match these uniforms. The City Jersey and other apparel is now available to buy via the official Dallas Mavericks online store.

Atlanta Hawks:

As per the source, the Atlanta Hawks are set to bring back the eagle jersey from the 90's as their statement jersey and will switch their current red Icon Jersey to an black one.

Houston Rockets:

Apparently, The Houston Rockets are set to rebrand to modern classics inspired from the Hakeem Olajuwon Ketchup/mustard era. Please note that their mock-ups are very early precitions and might be very off.

Minnesota Timberwolves:

Minnesota Timberwolves - we've been told the Wolves are going back to their classic look across the board, with white, blue and black versions.

*Note: this is not an official design, just our prediction of the base for each jersey. There will be more details than what you see… pic.twitter.com/R0DdI5dwcg

— ProLine Mockups (@ProLineMockups) November 12, 2025

The Minnesota Timberwolves are rebranding to a more classic look as per @ProLineMockups.

Make sure to stay stuned for further updates..

All aboard. ✈️
Our City Edition Collection just landed. Link in bio. pic.twitter.com/dpb7xEwLme

— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) November 11, 2025

Portland Trail Blazers 2025-26 City Jersey:

The Portland Trail Blazers 2025-26 City Edition Jersey is predominantly held in black and it's standout feature is it's green sash and "PDX" wordmark in the front. Implementend into the green sash is the original carpet pattern from Portland Int'l Airport. The PDX (which is the official code for Portland Int'l Airport) wordmark is held in white, with the number being white with a green outline.

The Portland Trail Blazers are set to wear this jersey for at least 18 times troughout the 2025-26 NBA season, with it's debut being against the Phoenix Suns on November 18.

Unfortunately, the Portland Trail Blazers will not have any court that matches the uniform. The jerseys and other merch is now available to buy via the official rip city store.

uniform schedule

Also make sure to check out our MEGAPOST - showcasing every 2025-26 NBA Jersey.

Introducing the 2025-26 Nike NBA City Edition Jerseys! pic.twitter.com/LfCy7Nw3g5

— NBA (@NBA) November 11, 2025

NBA 2025-26 CITY JERSEYS:

Atlanta Hawks

Boston Celtics

Brooklyn Nets

Charlotte Hornets

Chicago Bulls

Cleveland Cavaliers

Dallas Mavericks

Denver Nuggets

Detroit Pistons

Golden State Warriors

Houston Rockets

Indiana Pacers

LA Clippers

Los Angeles Lakers

Memphis Grizzlies

Miami Heat

Milwaukee Bucks

Minnesota Timberwolves

New Orleans Pelicans

New York Knicks

Oklahoma City Thunder

Orlando Magic

Philadelphia 76ers

Phoenix Suns

Portland Trail Blazers

Sacramento Kings

San Antonio Spurs

Toronto Raptors

Utah Jazz

Washington Wizards

New York Knicks 2025-26 City Edition Jersey:

This is the New York Knicks 2025-26 City Edition Jersey made by Kith and Nike. Kith is an New-York based fashion and lifestyle brand, that has already designed Knicks uniforms in the past.

The New York Knicks City Jersey for the 2025-26 season features a clean off-white base, prominently displaying "NEW YORK" arched across the chest in orange with an blue outline, positioned above the orange number which is outlined in blue. Distinctive blue side panels, incorporating a subtle tonal checkerboard pattern, are sharply defined by orange piping, while matching orange trim accents the collar and armholes. An NYC x Nike logo sits on the upper left chest, with the "experience abu dhabi" sponsor logo on the right.

New York Knicks 2025-26 City Edition Shorts

The New York Knicks 2025-26 City Edition shorts feature a prominent off-white base which is contrasted by royal blue side panels that incorporate a subtle, tonal checkered pattern for added texture. Bright orange trim runs along the bottom and sides of the shorts, providing a vibrant pop of color that is synonymous with the Knicks' identity. Key details include a stylized "NYC" logo on the right leg with an integrated Nike swoosh, the primary Knicks logo on the waistband, and a unique white barcode-esque graphic on the lower left side.

matching court:

This is the New York Knicks 2025-26 City Court:

Comparison:

The jersey is a recolor of the New York Knicks 2021-22 City Edition Jersey which was also made by Kith.

NBA 2025-26 City Courts:

With this change, we have also updated our 2025-26 NBA court overview, which you can access here.

New Orleans Pelicans 2025-26 City Jersey:

The New Orleans Pelicans 25-26 City uniform is predominantly held in black and has details in a neon green color and purple. On the chest it features the "NOLA" wordmark in black with an neon green outline with the number in a reversed colorway placed right beneath it. The Nike logo is held in the same green colorway.

New Orleans Pelicans 2025-26 City Court:

This is the New Orleans Pelicans matching City Court.

The new New Orleans Pelicans 2025-26 City gear is available to buy via the official retail shop of the Pelicans.

Los Angeles Clippers 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

The Los Angeles Clippers 2025-26 City Jersey features a vibrant orange base, contrasted by black side panels and clean white and black trim around the neck and arms. Across the chest is a stylized "LA" wordmark created with a unique horizontal line pattern that fades from white to light blue, while a vertical column of light blue stars is visible on the side panels. This bold and modern design introduces a fresh color palette that is sure to stand out on the court next season.

Los Angeles Clippers 2025-26 City Court:

In addition to the jersey, the LA Clippers have also unveiled a matching court.

Comparison:

As this is another redesign of a previous jersey, we have raised the question whether Nike has run out of ideas for the City Jerseys.

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

In line with this season's theme of revisiting popular past designs, the new Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 City Edition jersey is a vibrant recolor of the uniform worn by the Cavs during the 2022-23 season. The jersey features a bold, peachy-orange base and brings back the popular "THE LAND" wordmark across the chest in white with. The uniform is accented with an white and yellow v-neck collar and features the Cleveland-Cliffs sponsor patch in different colors.

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 City Shorts:

The Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 City Shorts feature the same orange-peachy colorway as the jersey.

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 City Court:

This is the Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 City Edition Court. Check out every 2025-26 NBA court here.

Comparison:

left: 2022-23 season / right: 2025-26 season

Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 City Jersey:

The design of the Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 City Jersey represents a dramatic departure from Charlotte's current teal-and-purple identity, opting instead for vibrant orange accented by vertical yellow stripes and red-white-blue collar trim.

Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 City Court:

This is the Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 City Court:

Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 City Shorts:

The Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 City Jersey is available to buy both online and in-store.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 City Jersey:

The Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 City Edition jersey is a striking navy blue recolor of the popular cream jersey from the 2019-20 season. "Philadelphia" is elegantly scripted in white across the chest above the number "21," and there is white, and blue trim around the collar and arms. A single, stately gold stripe runs down the side, referencing the historical inspiration of the original design. Following the NBA's theme for the season, this jersey offers a fresh, darker take on a fan-favorite concept.

Schedule:

The 76ers won't take the jersey to court often this season, with these three games being the only chance for fans to see the new 76ers City Jersey in action.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 City Shorts:

The Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 City Edition shorts feature a deep navy blue primary color. Key details include a large white '76' logo with a red shadow effect on the left leg, a white Nike swoosh, and the standard NBA logo. A distinctive tan/gold stripe runs down the right side, with red, white, and blue trim on the leg openings.

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Orlando Magic 2025-26 City Jersey:

This is the Orlando Magic 2025-26 City Jersey.

The Orlando Magic 2025-26 City Jersey showcases a sleek silver-gray base. The classic "Magic" wordmark is rendered in white with a blue outline, with the iconic star replacing the "A". The number below is held in royal blue with a white outline. The jersey is energized by its star-patterned royal blue side panels. Rounding off the jersey is the clean blue trim on the collar and armholes.

Orlando Magic 2025-26 City Shorts:

The accompanying shorts of the Orlando Magic 2025-26 City feature the same colorscheme in grey and blue with blue star-patterned side panels and an basketballl on each side. Placed on the waistband box is a "Orlando" wordmark in blue. The Nike and NBA logo round off the look for the Orlando Magic 2025-26 City Shorts.

Orlando Magic 2025-26 City Court:

In addition to the jersey and the shorts, the Orlando Magic have unveiled an accompanying court design that comes with the city jersey.

Comparison:

The new uniform is based on the 2021-22 City Edition Jersey and features a recolor of the previous design.

Introducing our 2025-26 City Edition uniforms 🔥https://t.co/c1uqbV7klB pic.twitter.com/TeTh54gCuR

— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) November 11, 2025

Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City Jersey:

The Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City Jersey features a predominantly white base, distinguished by a broad blue panel across the chest. The "PACERS" wordmark on the chest is rendered in vibrant yellow with thin white detailing. A bold, yellow diagonal stripe sharply separates the blue upper from the white lower portion, while yellow and blue trim accents the white collar and armholes.

Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City Court:

In addition to the Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City Jersey the team has also unveiled it's accompanying court.

Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City Edition Shorts:

The Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City Edition Shorts are predominantly white and feature yellow and blue detailing on the sites and on the waistband. The Nike and NBA logo round off the look. Showcased on the waistband is a logo of the Pacers incorporated into the Outline of the State of Indiana.

Indiana Pacers 2021-22 City Jersey vs 2025-26 City Jersey

As mentioned earlier, the Indiana Pacers 2025-26 City jersey is a recolored version of the Indiana Pacers 2021-22 City Jersey

Toronto Raptors 2025-26 City Jersey:

The Toronto Raptors 2025-26 City has the same design as the shirt from four years ago, but in different colors.

The Raptors 25-26 City Jersey is mainly held in black with details in red & white. On the front it features a large raptor with a Toronto script in white placed above it. The jersey is rounded off with white/black armholes and collar.

Comparison

The Toronto Raptors 2025-26 City Jersey swaps the black and light gold color scheme of the 2021-22 edition in favor of a more traditional black, white, and red paint job.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 City Edition Jersey:

The Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 City Jersey is primarily white and is a recolored version of the version worn during the 2020-21 NBA season. The jersey features a navy blue "memphis" wordmark on the front with the Nike logo being held in a lighter blue. The jersey features subtle grey stripes on the front and has a special side panel and collar design.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 City Edition Shorts:

Comparison:

The Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 City Jersey is a recolored version of the Memphis Grizzlies 2020-21 City uniform.

The Miami Heat have today officially annunced the return of their "Vice City" 2025-26 City Edition Jersey. This confirms the highly anticipated return of the black Vice variant after seven years which Basketball Jersey Archive already leaked back in June in collaboration with @ProLineMockups. The jersey is set to be available to buy from Tuesday, November 11th.

Miami Heat 2025-26 City Jersey:

The Miami Heat 2025-26 City Jersey brings back the popular Vice City neon colors on a black base. The Black Vice City Jersey was first released in the 2018-19 NBA season. Placed on the front is a curvative "Miami" script in neon blue with an neon-pink and black outline. The number are placed beneath the wordmark and are pink.

Miami Heat 2025-26 City Shorts:

The Miami Heat 2025-26 City Shorts features the same colorscheme as the jersey and is similar to the one from 7 years ago.

Comparison:

Boring?

We can show exclusive online resale photos of the Milwaukee Bucks 2025-26 City Jersey, which is set to be available to buy from November 11th.

After a multi-year absence due to a unique broadcasting issue, the fan-favorite uniform is back. The team has announced the reveal on social media today, confirming a report we published two months ago.

Livin' the cream. pic.twitter.com/8SZCg2b4gl

— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) August 1, 2025

The jersey's design is a direct nod to Milwaukee's history, featuring a distinctive cream-colored base. the cream-color is inspired by the cream-colored bricks that were used to build much of the city, earning it the "Cream City" nickname. The original design was praised for its clean aesthetic and meaningful connection to the City of Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Bucks 2025-26 City Jersey:

This is the Milwaukee Bucks 2025-26 City Jersey.

The Milwaukee Bucks 2025-26 City Edition jersey is defined by its signature cream-colored base, a tribute to the historic bricks that gave the city its nickname. Across the chest, the "Cream City" wordmark in a dark green script sits above the player number, which is presented in a contrasting block font of the same color. The design is completed with green and royal blue stripes trimming the collar and armholes, creating a clean and classic look.

Previous Broadcasting Issues:

Despite its broadcasting challenges, the "Cream City" jersey remained incredibly popular with supporters, who have consistently called for its return. The news of its re-release has generated significant hype, with fans excited to finally see the celebrated design back on the court and have another chance to purchase it. The return is part of a league-wide move to bring back City Jerseys from past seasons.

San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 City Jersey:

This is the San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 City Jersey.

The San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 City Edition jersey features a sleek black base, providing a bold backdrop for the iconic "Fiesta" colors. A prominent diagonal stripe of turquoise, pink, and orange cuts across the chest, echoing the vibrant heritage of the franchise's popular "Fiesta" era. "San Antonio" is emblazoned in white cursive script above the stripe, with the number "1" appearing below it, also in white.

The new uniform is based on the San Antonio Spurs 2020-21 City Edition Jersey.

San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 City Court:

Additionally, the San Antonio Spurs have released an special court to accompany the Fiesta City Jersey.

Comparison:

This redesigned City Edition uniform pays tribute to the beloved 2020-21 "Fiesta" jersey while offering a fresh, modern twist on a fan favorite.

Phoenix Suns 2025-2026 City Edition Uniform

The Phoenix Suns 2025-26 City Edition jersey is the same as the 2020-21 jersey, with the only difference being the updated PayPal sponsor patch.

Phoenix Suns 2020-2021 Vs 2025-2026 City Edition Uniforms

The Phoenix Suns 25-26 City Edition jersey is celebrating the heart and soul of Phoenix. Dubbed "The Valley", this jersey pays homage to the region’s grit, pride, and unstoppable energy. Designed for fans who appreciate both style and symbolism, it represents a team and a city that are bold, fast, and “built different.”

Key Features:

• The Wordmark: Iconic lettering representing the greater Phoenix area.

• Camelback Silhouette: Highlighting one of the Valley’s most recognizable landmarks.

• PHX Belt Buckle: Denotes the team’s central place in the Valley.

• Gradient: Modernized version of Arizona’s signature sunsets.

• Patch: PayPal logo designed to complement the uniform aesthetic.

The Phoenix Suns 2025-2026 City jersey will be available from Tuesday, 11 November 2025.

Utah Jazz 2025-27 City Edition Jersey

The new Utah Jazz 2025-27 City Edition jersey pays homage to the 2017 uniform, which featured a gradient representing Utah's red rock formations. The new Utah Jazz 2025-27 City Jersey updated version introduces a new "Midnight Black to gray" gradient, inspired by the state's rugged mountain landscapes at night. The word "UTAH" is displayed across the chest in the same block lettering as the original design, rendered in white. The uniform is trimmed in Sky Blue along the v-neck collar and armholes, with the side panels featuring unique sky blue lines that represent the paths from Salt Lake City to St. George and Moab. A "WE ARE UTAH" tag is placed above the jock tag, completing the design.

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celebrating our iconic mountain landscapes in a… pic.twitter.com/W7K17xayIT

— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) October 30, 2025

At center court, a large, detailed graphic of the NBA Cup trophy is displayed. Team branding is integrated with the trophy, such as the "washington" wordmark running through the center or the Los Angeles Lakers' "LA" logo overlaid on top of it. The team's primary wordmark is featured on the baselines, completing the cohesive and tournament-specific look.

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The Return of the Larry O'Brien Trophy on Finals Courts:

The criticism of the 2025 Finals court, which many fans found "boring," and the unpopularity of experimental digital on-court designs, amplified calls for a return to the traditional trophy graphic. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver had previously acknowledged the "nostalgic" value of the design for fans and alluded to its potential return after receiving feedback.

In a key change from past applications, the trophy will be painted directly onto the hardwood rather than applied as a decal. This new method addresses long-standing player safety concerns, as the league had originally discontinued the on-court trophy because players frequently slipped on the decal surface.

Utah Jazz 2025-26 City Jersey Prediction:

Given this theme, speculation has turned to which past jersey the Jazz might revive. Using the Advanced Search feature on the Basketball Jersey Archive, a clear candidate emerges. The only previous Jazz City Edition jersey that fits the potential wordmark style is the one used from 2020 to 2022, a design like by many fans for its gradient-based aesthetic. While the original featured a memorable yellow, orange, and red so-called "sunset" gradient, the 2025-26 will feature a new color palette. There have been loud rumours regarding the Jazz bringing back their blue color for this year's City Edition jersey.

Utah Jazz 2025-26 City Jersey (Prediction):

Based on these details, we have created a prediction of how Basketball Jersey Archive expects the jersey to be with the Basketball Jersey Creator tool. The prediction features the confirmed black base and white wordmark. The upper shoulder and chest panel are reimagined with a striking blue gradient, creating a fresh take on the modern classic.

NBA Introduces Rookie Debut and Gold Logoman Patches for 2025-26 Season

The new NBA jersey patches will initially be attached to the NBA jerseys worn during games, but will later be removed and used on trading cards. This is actually quite strange, as it destroys the jerseys worn during games, but card manufacturer Topps makes a lot of money from cards, so the patches end up on cards...

Rookie Debut Patch:

Every rookie will wear this patch in their first NBA game. Afterward, it’s removed from the jersey and turned into a 1-of-1 autographed trading card, set to release in 2026. Top rookies, like Cooper Flagg, are expected to generate major collector interest.

Gold Logoman Patch:

Award winners from 2024-25 [Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (MVP), Stephon Castle (Rookie of the Year), and Evan Mobley (Defensive Player of the Year] will wear these gold patches. Some will later appear on Topps trading cards.

This marks a new era where NBA game moments and collectible cards intersect, following similar programs in MLB, MLS, WWE, and UFC.

Golden State Warriors 2025-26 City Jersey:

The Nike Golden State Warriors 2025-26 City Edition jersey employs a primarily cream base for the main body of the jersey. Key accents are delivered in a reddish brown, notably on the V-neck collar trim, the textured side panels, the Nike swoosh located on the right chest, and all frontal graphic elements. Rose gold trim is used for collar detail and edging the dark brown side panels, providing a slight contrast. The front of the jersey prominently features "The TOWN" wordmark arched above a stylized oak tree.

The oak tree is a historic symbol of Oakland, California, where the Warriors played for many years before moving to San Francisco.

Golden State Warriors 2025-26 City Edition Shorts

photo courtesy of @2hands_shop on IG

As with other 25-26 City Jerseys, the new Warriors City Jersey also is a simple recolor of a previous jersey, which in this case is the 2019-20 Golden State Warriors City Edition Jersey.

Golden State Warriors 2019-20 Vs 2025-26 City Edition Jerseys

The official Nike Golden State Warriors 2025-2026 City Edition uniform is anticipated to be officially launched by Nike and the NBA in November at the latest. Stay tuned for further updates on this and other 25-26 NBA jersey releases.

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In collaboration with Basketball Jersey Creator we have created the new Golden State Warriors 2025-26 City Jersey in their easy-to use jersey creation tool. After creating the jersey we have easily imported the jersey into the newly released NBA 2K 26 video game.

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Golden State Warriors 2025-26 City Jersey in NBA 2K 26:

You can download the jersey for your own NBA 2K Game via this link (also works for older game versions). An tutorial on how to bring the jersey to court is also attached in the Drive Folder.

Chicago Bulls 2025-26 Sweet Home City Edition Jersey

The Chicago Bulls 2025-26 City Edition Jersey recolors the Bulls’ first-ever City Edition kit from 2017-18, which was inspired by the Chicago flag. While the original uniform featured a white base, the new edition swaps to black, with inverted Chicago blue and red accents that give it a modern, bold update.

Chicago Bulls 17-18 Vs 25-26 City Edition Jerseys

The Chicago Bulls 2025-2026 City jersey again features the signature “Chicago” script, the four red stars, and the words “Sweet Home” across the front, tying the look to the city’s culture and pride.

The Chicago Bulls 25-26 City uniform will be available soon. There is no launch date yet.

Nike Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

Inspired by Minnesota music legend Prince, the Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 City Edition Jersey features the same deep purple base and star detailing that celebrate both the artist’s legacy and Minneapolis’ vibrant culture.

Original Vs New Minnesota Timberwolves Purple Rain City Jersey

Fans have long requested the return of this look, and the Timberwolves have delivered.

We expect the Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 City Edition Jersey to be available shortly but have no launch date yet.

Several teams could unveil their 2025-26 City Edition uniforms today, but there is no information which and how many. We only know that the Minnesota Timberwolves will release their new “Purple Rain” City jersey - a tribute to Prince and the team’s connection to Minneapolis’ music culture.

NBA 2025-26 City Edition Jerseys

More City Edition reveals could be brought to us throughout the day as the league tips off a new season of on-court style.

During this round, all ten teams will wear unique uniforms designed by Indigenous artists, alongside special league-wide initiatives such as Welcome to Country ceremonies and the use of a specially designed game ball.

NBL 2025-26 Indigenous Jerseys:

Adelaide 36ers 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Brisbane Bullets 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Cairns Taipans 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Illawarra Hawks 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Melbourne United 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

New Zealand Breakers 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Perth Wildcats 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

South East Melbourne Phoenix 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Sydney Kings 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Tasmania JackJumpers 2025-26 Indigenous Jersey

Oklahoma City Thunder 2025 Ring Ceremony Cap

The officially released 2025 Ring Ceremony cap, manufactured by New Era, features a clean white crown and a contrasting dark grey visor. The front panels are adorned with multiple embroidered patches in metallic gold, including the official NBA logo, the OKC Thunder shield logo, and the Larry O'Brien trophy. This design provides a celebratory and premium look for the 21th October, when the Thunder will face off against the Rockets.

Oklahoma City Thunder 2025 Ring Ceremony Jacket

Based on the image shared by Jalen Williams, @OKCTracker has created a detailed mockup of the ring ceremony jacket. The Nike-produced jacket has a white base accented with metallic gold and grey striped trim on the bomber-style collar, cuffs, and hem. The front features the NBA logo, the Nike swoosh, and the Thunder's primary logo, all rendered in metallic gold, while the back displays a large "NBA CHAMPIONS" graphic for the 2024-25 season.

Comparison to last year's champions, the Celtics:

The Oklahoma City Thunder's championship jacket follows an identical template to that of the 2024 champion Boston Celtics, featuring a white base with gold and grey accents on the collar, cuffs, and hem. Both jackets share the same layout for logos and celebratory text, with the primary distinction being the respective team branding and the championship year.

Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey

See the Dallas Mavericks 25-26 Classic Edition jersey below.

The Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey recalls the team's popular green kit of the early days of the club, 45 years after the foundation. It has a vibrant green base, accented with white/blue trim around the collar and armholes. The iconic "DALLAS" wordmark arches above the player number. The classic Nike Futura swoosh adorns the right chest.

The shorts of the Dallas Mavericks 25-26 Classic Edition jersey come with the team's first-ever logo.

Dallas Mavericks 1980-1991 Vs 2025-2026

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The green Nike Dallas Mavericks 2025-2026 Classic Edition jersey was launched on 16 October 2025.

The choice of the Nike Futura logo, as depicted, aligns with Nike's typical approach for Classic Edition jerseys, which often faithfully recreate historical designs.

New York Knicks 2025-2026 City Edition Jersey

The New York Knicks 2025-26 City Edition Jersey features a white-colored base with the Knicks’ signature orange and royal blue trim along the collar, sleeves, and side panels. The wordmark “NEW YORK” arches across the chest in a collegiate-style font in orange and blue, paired with the player number below.

The blue side panels of the New York Knicks 25-26 City Edition jersey feature subtle checkers, but they are hard to see.

New York Knicks Old vs New City Edition Jerseys

The left top side sports an orange Swoosh with the NYC text behind, outlined in blue.

The back keeps things traditional with the player name and number in matching style and color scheme.

The Statement Edition jersey is a key part of every NBA team's on-court identity, often reserved for big games and rivalry.

Nike NBA 25-26 Statement Jerseys

Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls have officially rolled out their new Statement Edition uniform as one of the first teams. The design features a black base with bold, red pinstripes, a timeless look that echoes some of the most popular alternate jerseys in franchise history. The classic arched "CHICAGO" wordmark in red with a white outline completes the powerful and traditional aesthetic.

Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have also released their updated Statement jersey, marking a significant design shift. Notably, the team has completely removed the black accents that defined their previous version. The new look is a cleaner take on their iconic purple and gold, featuring a solid purple base with white numbers outlined in gold, and simple white and gold trim on the collar and arms, with a thin golden line running down the sides.

San Antonio Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs' 2025-26 Statement jersey was first leaked via a post on X by NBA2K. The San Antonio Spurs get a brand-new, rather simplistic grey uniform. It features the "SAN ANTONIO" wordmark and player number in black, complemented by the white Jordan Jumpman logo.

New York Knicks

The New York Knicks 25-26 Statement jersey features a black base with the "NEW YORK" wordmark and player number in orange, outlined in white. The most distinct feature is the vibrant gradient stripes running down the sides, fading from orange at the top to royal blue at the bottom.

Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic return to the O.G., featuring the iconic star and pinstripes.

Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns 25-26 Statement jersey boasts a modern look in black with a reimagined purple and orange Valley gradient woven thro

Indiana Pacers - SCRAPPED

The Indiana Pacers 25-26 Statement Jersey won't be released.

The NBA 25-26 Statement Jerseys launch in October 2025.

The Los Angeles Lakers have unveiled their new Statement Edition Jersey for the 2025-26 season and beyond in June 2025, almost four months ahead of the retail launch.

Los Angeles Lakers 2025-26 Statement Jersey

The Los Angeles Lakers 2025-26 Statement Edition continues the team's tradition with a rich purple base as its primary color. The classic "LAKERS" wordmark and player numbers are executed in white, featuring a distinct golden outline. As a Statement uniform, it features the Jordan Brand "Jumpman" logo on the right chest, positioned opposite the team's "bibigo" sponsorship patch.

Simple gold and white trim adorns the collar and arm openings, complementing the single gold stripe that runs down each side panel. Completing the design is the inspirational phrase "LEAVE A LEGACY" embroidered in gold above the standard NBA jock tag.

Comparison - Old Vs New LA Lakers Statement Jerseys:

The new 2025 Lakers Statement Jersey (on the right) offers a cleaner, more traditional design by removing the prominent black side panels and trim found on the previous version. This throwback-inspired change is complemented by a switch to white numbers with a gold drop shadow, departing from the former gold-and-black numbering.

The Statement Edition jersey is now available for purchase in store and online.

TIME TO MAKE A STATEMENT 🔥🔌 @DoorDash

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— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) October 15, 2025

New York Knicks 2025-26 Statement Edition Jersey

This is the New York Knicks 2025-26 Statement Jersey, made by Jordan.

The new New York Knicks 2025-26 Statement jersey is predominantly black, featuring the classic arched "NEW YORK" wordmark across the chest in orange, outlined in blue. The player numbers follow the same color scheme. The most striking feature of the uniform is the side paneling, which the team describes as "The Lights." This element showcases a gradient of orange fading into blue with black vertical stripes overlaid, designed to reflect the energy and lights of both the city and the World's Most Famous Arena. A special "Once a Knick, Always a Knick" declaration is embroidered at the bottom of the jersey.

The jersey will be worn exclusively for games at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks are set to wear the jersey a total of 12 times troughout the 2025-26 season.

New York Knicks 2025-26 Statement Shorts

The matching shorts continue the black base and prominently feature the same orange-to-blue gradient "Lights" pattern on the side panels. The shorts are completed with the Jordan Jumpman logo and the primary Knicks logo with the NBA logo being on the other side.

Old Vs New New York Knicks Statement Jerseys:

Which one do you prefer?

The legacy lives on.

On sale now at https://t.co/gZSf5OiSN7. #LetEmKnow

— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) October 15, 2025

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey

The Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 Classic Jersey is a faithful recreation of the iconic navy blue road uniform. It features the classic script "Cleveland" wordmark across the chest in white with a gold outline, a style matched by the player numbers. The uniform's most recognizable features are its unique trim and side panels, which incorporate the team's wine red and gold colors, creating a familiar look that the team wore during it's first trip to the NBA Finals.

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 Classic Edition Shorts

The accompanying shorts are also navy blue and feature large, wine-colored side panels accented with the stripe already seen on the jersey. The iconic "C-sword" logo is prominently displayed on the side of the shorts. Placed on the middle of the waistband is the Cleveland Cavaliers "C" logo.

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 Classic Edition Court

To complete the throwback experience, the Cavaliers will play on a specially designed Classic court for select games. The court features the beloved "Cavaliers" script and crossed swords logo at center court on a traditional hardwood floor. The keys are filled with the team's signature wine red, and the baselines feature the "CLEVELAND" and "CAVALIERS" block wordmarks from that era, fully immersing fans in the classic theme.

Additionally, the team has announced it's Classic Jersey for the 2025-26 season. The Cavs are set to wear the jersey a total of 12 times, with 9 times at home at Rocket Mortgadge Fieldhouse and 3 times on the road.

Comparison - Original Vs New Cleveland Cavaliers Jerseys:

As the original shirt, the Cleveland Cavaliers 25-26 Classic uniform features a deep navy blue base with the iconic script "Cleveland" wordmark across the chest in white with a gold outline. The player numbers on the front and back follow the same color scheme.

Finally, the Cavs have also released dozens of new Classic Jersey related merch, which we will probably cover in another post soon.

San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 Statement Edition Jersey

The new San Antonio Spurs 2025-26 Statement Edition jersey features a sleek gray base and, for the first time on a core uniform since 1989, displays the "SAN ANTONIO" wordmark across the chest instead of "SPURS." The lettering and numbers are rendered in black with a clean white outline. A significant new detail is the addition of a "Go Spurs Go" wordmark above the jock tag, a feature that the team announced will become standard on all core uniforms starting in the 2027-28 season.

The uniform is set to be worn a total of 19 times throughout the 2025-26 NBA season, and will make it's debut against the Houston Rockets on the 7th November. The jerseys are available to buy online via this link.

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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) October 13, 2025

The jersey that represents H-Town.

The character we all love.

The Dunkstronaut and H-Town City Edition jersey are back this season! 🧑‍🚀🚀 pic.twitter.com/rSQn4AoAg3

— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) October 12, 2025

Houston Rockets 2025-26 City Edition Jersey:

The Houston Rockets 2025-26 City Edition features the same stylish "H-Town" script across the chest in red with a blue outline, a color scheme that is matched by the player numbers. Classic red, white, and blue striped trim adorns the collar and armholes, reinforcing the uniform's timeless aesthetic. The "Hometown Heroes" jock tag features the iconic signatures of Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler and is placed near the bottom of the jersey, celebrating the team's legacy.

Houston Rockets 2025-26 City Edition Shorts:

The matching shorts for the "H-Town" City Edition uniform feature a clean white base and a striped red, white, and blue waistband that includes the Rockets' primary logo. A standout design element is the large graphic on the right leg, which depicts a red astronaut surrounded by red and blue stars, a nod to Houston's "Space City" heritage. The look is completed with classic striped trim along the bottom hem and a red Nike swoosh on the left leg.

Stay tuned for more jersey releases as the countdown for the start of the 2025-26 season ticks.

Red Raider Nation, it's time. pic.twitter.com/jZV3xEEkSD

— Texas Tech Red Raiders (@TechAthletics) October 7, 2025

The New Look and Rollout

The modernized Double T is a clean, flat design that maintains the traditional aspects of the iconic logo but updates it with more proportional elements. The university plans a gradual rollout, installing the new logo in athletic facilities over the coming months before a full launch with merchandise becoming available to the public in the spring of 2026.

In addition to the primary logo, the new brand identity will include new secondary marks, such as a rearing Masked Rider, and three specialized new fonts.

New Court Design:

Fans can already get a preview of the new mark, as it is featured prominently at center court of the brand-new United Supermarkets Arena floor design.

These are the colorway options for the new Texas Tech Athletics logo

Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt described the multi-year project as a way to "propel our athletics brand further into this new era of college athletics." The rebranding effort was developed in partnership with adidas and creative agencies LDWW and Torch Creative, following a comprehensive brand audit that included feedback from donors, student-athletes, and coaches.

So clean on the new court 💧@TexasTechMBB x @LadyRaiderWBB x @TexasTechVB pic.twitter.com/LM3RXDMe3J

— Texas Tech Red Raiders (@TechAthletics) October 7, 2025

The new suite of logos will be used exclusively by the athletics department, while the rest of the university will continue to use the traditional beveled Double T.

Orlando Magic 2025-26 Association Jersey

The new Association jersey features a clean white base and brings back the team's iconic vertical pinstripes, a look beloved by the fanbase. It showcases the team's new branding, with the modern "MAGIC" wordmark across the chest where a star replaces the letter 'A'. The uniform is completed with blueand black trim on the collar and armholes, the Disney sponsor patch, and the Nike swoosh.

can we appreciate these jerseys for a sec pic.twitter.com/ftDDOEl4if

— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) October 5, 2025

The successful on-court debut in Puerto Rico gives fans a great first look at what will be the team's primary home uniform for years to come. The clean, pinstriped design represents a fresh start for the Magic, blending a celebrated past with a new brand identity as they head into a "new era".

1. Minnesota Timberwolves (4.58 / 453 votes)

Taking the top spot by a comfortable margin is the return of the legendary "Trees" jersey. The black uniform from the Kevin Garnett era, with its iconic green tree-lined trim, is one of the most unique and beloved throwback designs in league history. Its top ranking comes as no surprise, as fans have been clamoring for its return for years.

2. Philadelphia 76ers (4.49 / 343 votes)

Coming in at a strong second place is the iconic black jersey from the Allen Iverson-led 2001 Eastern Conference Championship team. This uniform is synonymous with one of the most exciting eras in franchise history and holds a special place in the hearts of 76ers fans. Its sleek design and deep historical connection make it a worthy runner-up.

3. Cleveland Cavaliers (4.36 / 265 votes)

The Cavaliers are bringing back a beloved look from the first LeBron James era, and it has resonated strongly with fans. The navy blue road uniform with its classic script "Cleveland" wordmark and wine-and-gold side panels is a powerful dose of nostalgia. It represents a period of immense hope and excitement for the franchise.

4. Memphis Grizzlies (4.26 / 84 votes)

The Grizzlies are throwing it back to their beginnings with the black road jersey from their early days in Memphis. The uniform features the iconic teal and red accents and the original bear logo, tapping into an aesthetic that has become incredibly popular. It's a fantastic tribute to the franchise's unique history.

5. Dallas Mavericks (4.06 / 83 votes)

Rounding out the list is the Dallas Mavericks' green jersey from the franchise's early days. While perhaps less iconic nationally than the others on this list, the return of the classic green and blue color scheme is a welcome sight for long-time Mavs fans. The simple, clean design with the arched "DALLAS" wordmark is a great nod to the team's roots.

Nike NBA 2025-26 Classic Edition Jerseys

In 2025, five NBA teams receive classic jerseys, one more than in 2024 - the Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Philadelphia 76ers.

As usual, the Nike NBA Classic Edition uniforms revive iconic old designs - some with new colors, others as almost one-to-one remakes.

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey:

The Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey is based on the Cavaliers Alternate Jersey worn between 2003 and 2010. The jersey is mainly held in a navy tone with the famous "Cleveland" wordmark being placed on the front in white with a gold outline. The Nike Futura logo is placed in the top right corner and is held in white.

As typical with the Nike NBA Classic Jerseys, it is almost identical to the historic one.

Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey:

The Dallas Mavericks receive a green Classic Edition Jersey for the upcoming season. Make sure to check out our detailed article to receive more information about the Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 Classic jersey and its roots.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey:

The Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey is predominantly black and features a vibrant "MEMPHIS" wordmark on the front. It features a v-neck collar in light blue, red and white and running down on the sides are two stripes in blue and red.

Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey:

The Minnesota Timberwolves bring back the iconic "tree" jersey for the 2025-26 NBA season.

The Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey is mainly in black with the other colors being white, blue, green and grey. It features the famous trees in green on the jersey, combined with the iconic "TIMBERWOLVES" wordmark being held in white, grey and blue on the jerseys front.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey:

The 76ers are bring back the iconic black "Sixers" jersey from the Allen Iverson era.

The Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Edition uniform is black with the iconic "SIXERS" wordmark from the Allen Iverson era placed in black on the front of the jersey, It features the Nike Futura logo in white on the top right side.

The Nike NBA 25-26 Classic Edition jerseys are likely available from October 2025. We have no exact launch date yet.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially unveiled their Classic Edition uniform for the 2025-26 season, confirming the return of one of the most beloved and unique designs in NBA history. The team is bringing back the iconic black road uniform from the Kevin Garnett era. In addition to the jersey, the team also revealed a matching classic court design that will be used for select games at the Target Center.

Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey

The jersey is a faithful recreation of the iconic black road uniform, most famous for its distinctive green tree-lined trim around the v-neck collar and armholes. The classic, jagged "TIMBERWOLVES" wordmark is featured across the chest in white with a light blue outline, a style that is matched by the player numbers. The accompanying shorts are also black and feature the tree trim along the bottom hem and the classic howling wolf logo on the side.

Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Classic Edition Court

Accompanying the classic jersey is a matching court design that completes the throwback experience. The court features the classic center-court logo, which depicts the original wolf head and Timberwolves wordmark along with some trees. The paint inside the keys is colored a light blue, matching the jersey's accents, all set against a traditional parquet floor to bring the complete theme to life.

THE TREES ARE BACK.

🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲 pic.twitter.com/L6QRiDzXGD

— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) September 24, 2025

According to the team's announcement, fans will have plenty of opportunities to see the throwback look in action. The Classic Edition uniform is scheduled to make its on-court debut on October 26th. It will be worn for a total of 28 games throughout the season, with 21 appearances at home in the Target Center and 7 on the road.

The Memphis Grizzlies have unveiled their new 2025-26 Classic Jersey today. In the 2025-26 season the Memphis Grizzlies will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their move to Memphis in 2001.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 Classic Jersey

The jersey features a black base, which served as the foundation for the original Memphis Grizzlies' road uniforms. Emblazoned across the chest is the iconic "MEMPHIS" wordmark in white, outlined in teal and a thin layer of red. The player numbers below follows the same distinct color scheme and font that defined the franchise's early years. The trim around the V-neck collar and armholes features the signature tri-color striping of teal, white, and red. Running down the sides are prominent panels, with a thick teal stripe flanked by a thinner red stripe, perfectly recreating classic look.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 Classic Edition Shorts

The Memphis Grizzlies are bringing back a fan-favorite look for their 2025-26 Classic Edition shorts, paying homage to the franchise's early days in Memphis. The shorts feature a solid black base with wide teal panels at the bottom and along the sides, accented by vibrant red trim. Highlighting the throwback design, the original Vancouver Grizzlies bear logo is prominently displayed on the left leg. The waistband continues the color scheme with teal and red stripes and features a unique bear claw logo at the center, completing this highly anticipated retro uniform.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 Classic Edition Court:

To celebrate their 25th anniversary season in Memphis, the Grizzlies have unveiled a stunning new court design that pays homage to their origins. The court prominently features the original Grizzlies bear logo at center court, set against a classic hardwood floor. Key areas of the court, including the paint and the baselines, are rendered in the iconic teal from the team's early days, while the sidelines feature a modern black border with the classic "GRIZZLIES" and "MEMPHIS" wordmarks.

Bluff City Black in our DNA 🧬🐻

Revealing our 25th Anniversary Classic Uniforms | @RobinhoodApp pic.twitter.com/TgRmroZtsl

— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) September 24, 2025

The sighting has the fanbase buzzing, as the design seems to be a thoughtful blend of the franchise's past and present. But is this a sign of a full-scale rebrand, or something else entirely?

A Closer Look at the Design

The logo itself is a circular crest, a shape that has become a popular trend for modern NBA logos. At its center is a bear head, a clear homage to the franchise's original and much-loved history. The outer ring of the crest appears to incorporate the iconic "tribal" pattern from the trim of the original Vancouver jerseys, subtly weaving in another piece of the team's history.

the circle shape of the allegedly new Memphis Grizzlies logo is a common scheme around the NBA

As far as we know, this specific design has never been seen before, which makes its appearance at an official team event like Media Day particularly significant.

Primary Logo or Something Else?

Despite the excitement, there are strong indicators that this is likely not the team's new primary logo. The most compelling piece of evidence is the complete absence of any text, neither "Memphis" nor "Grizzlies" appears on the crest. A primary team logo almost always includes the team's name.

Furthermore, a check of the trademark database shows that no new primary logo has been filed by the organization yet, a step that would almost certainly precede a major rebrand. However, if this were to be

So, what could it be?

The most likely explanation is that this might be a new secondary or alternate logo.It could well be a new mark that will be used across various merchandise lines. While it may not signal a complete overhaul of the team's identity yet, this logo is a clear sign that the Grizzlies are actively to shape their future look.

As the team's jersey partner, the Paze logo will be featured on all official Atlanta Hawks jerseys. The partnership also designates Paze as the Official Online Checkout Partner and Digital Wallet of the Hawks and State Farm Arena. The move aligns with Atlanta's reputation as a major hub for the financial technology industry, often referred to as "Transaction Alley." "Atlanta is not only home to one of the NBA’s most dynamic franchises, but also a hub for payment innovation," said Serge Elkiner, General Manager of Paze. "Teaming up with a franchise that shares our passion for speed and performance makes this partnership even more meaningful."

The partnership will include various brand activations, such as Paze presenting the Hawks' game against the Los Angeles Lakers on November 8. However, the initial visual of the prominent blue Paze patch on the Hawks' jerseys has already sparked a conversation among fans, with many quickly questioning its aesthetic appeal and debating whether it might now be one of the ugliest sponsor patches in the NBA.

As the team's jersey patch partner, the Visit Rwanda logo will be featured on all Clippers game and practice jerseys. The brand will also serve as the official coffee sponsor of the new Intuit Dome. The multi-year engagement is focused on youth development and basketball growth, and will include community activations such as court refurbishments in Rwanda and coaching clinics.

Visit Rwanda has a significant global sports portfolio, which includes prominent European football clubs like Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and Atlético de Madrid, as well as an academy partnership with FC Bayern Munich. The addition of the Clippers and Rams represents a major expansion of their presence into the U.S. sports market.

Beginning on Opening Night, the Phoong Law logo will appear on the left strap of all Kings player jerseys. This marks a historic moment for the franchise, as it is the team’s first-ever jersey patch partnership with an AAPI woman-owned company and injury law firm.

"This partnership goes beyond the game,” said Sacramento Kings Chief Operating Officer Matina Kolokotronis. “Together with Phoong Law, we’re investing in female entrepreneurs, uplifting future leaders, and building a lasting platform that empowers our Sacramento community for generations to come.”

nothing's wrong, we just called @phoonglawcorp to be our patch sponsor for the 2025-26 season ⚖️🤝👑 pic.twitter.com/aW1N4swmFi

— Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) September 29, 2025

A key component of The Purple Promise is its direct community impact. A portion of all Kings jersey sales during the 2025-26 season will benefit two local nonprofits: Single Mom Strong, Inc., an organization dedicated to empowering single mothers and their children, and My Sister’s House, which provides services to women and children impacted by domestic violence and human trafficking.

poster with the famous "Something Wrong? Call Anh Phoong" slogan

The initiative will officially debut on October 24 during the Kings' Opening Night, and will feature a series of impactful events throughout the season, including a leadership summit and girls' basketball clinics, all designed to foster confidence and connection among women and girls in the Sacramento area.

Panathinaikos 2025-26 Away Jersey

The new Panathinaikos 25-26 Away Jersey features a crisp white base. The "PANATHINAIKOS" wordmark is displayed prominently on the front in the club's signature green. The design is complemented by striped trim on the v-neck collar and armholes, which incorporates green and a subtle gold stripe. The uniform is completed with solid green adidas three stripes down the sides and features the adidas logo, the seven-star club crest, and the EuroLeague patch on the chest.

But as quickly as it appeared, it vanished. After just two collections, the Earned Edition program was quietly discontinued, leaving behind a handful of memorable designs and a lot of questions. What was the story behind this short-lived experiment, and why did it disappear?

What Exactly Was the Earned Edition?

The Nike NBA Earned Edition was a special uniform program designed to reward the 16 teams that qualified for the NBA Playoffs in the preceding season. Unveiled mid-season, these jerseys served as a fifth or even (SIXTH!) uniform option, giving the league's best 16 teams a distinct look to celebrate their achievement.

The debut design philosophy in the 2018-19 season was straightforward: the Earned jerseys were typically "remixes" or color variations of a team's existing City or Statement Edition uniform. This approach allowed them to feel connected to the team's current identity while offering something new for the fans and players. In the second and last edition this approach changed.

The Two Seasons of Earned Jerseys

The Earned Edition program ran for two non-consecutive seasons, each with its own release schedule and design inspiration.

1. The 2018-19 Debut Collection

Awarded To: The 16 teams from the 2018 NBA Playoffs.

Released: December 2018.

The Design: The first-ever Earned collection was largely based on each team's City or Statement uniform. For many, this meant a simple color swap. For example, the Boston Celtics' white City jersey was reimagined in a clean green, while the Houston Rockets' red jersey was flipped to a striking black. The results were generally well-received, offering a fresh take on already popular designs.

examples of the 2018-19 City Jerseys - it was all about recolors

2. The 2020-21 Final Collection

Awarded To: The 16 teams from the 2020 "Bubble" NBA Playoffs.

Released: March 2021.

The Design: After skipping the 2019-20 season, the program returned for the 2020-21 season with a collection of what were presented as entirely new and distinct designs. Unlike the first series which were more direct color swaps, this set offered fresh concepts for the 16 qualifying teams. The collection was unified by special silver accents on the logos, which Nike described as "trophies" celebrating the achievement of making the previous year's playoffs. Released later in the season in March 2021, this series produced some of the most memorable Earned jerseys, including the Toronto Raptors' purple and black "North" chevron and the Milwaukee Bucks' green "Earned" uniform.

examples of the 2020-21 Earned Jerseys

The Logistical Puzzle: A Proactive and Wasteful Process?

A common question surrounding the Earned program was how Nike could design and produce unique jerseys in time for a mid-season release, given the typically long production lead times in the industry. The answer appears to be a proactive and design strategy, rather than a simple reactive one.

The process likely worked as follows:

1. Proactive Design for Most Teams: Instead of waiting for the playoff field to be set, Nike's designers likely created Earned Edition concepts for a large pool of teams- if not all 30 well in advance of the season's conclusion. This is where the core creative work for each potential jersey was done.
2. The Playoff Field Was Finalized: Once the 16 qualifying teams were locked in, Nike and the NBA would simply select the pre-designed and pre-approved jerseys for those specific franchises.
3. Production and Scrapping: The 16 chosen designs would be sent into mass production. The concepts for the 14 teams that missed the playoffs were then archived or scrapped, never intended for an official release.

This theory is strongly supported by a crucial fact: concepts for teams that did not make the playoffs have indeed leaked over the years. This confirms that the design work was done proactively, solving the timeline puzzle.

leaked Spurs and Suns 2021 Earned Jerseys - neither made the 2020 Playoffs ©sportslogos.net

Why Did the Earned Jersey Program Disappear?

Despite producing some popular designs, the Earned Edition was quietly retired after the 2020-21 season. The decision was likely multifactorial.

• Jersey Fatigue and Market Oversaturation: This is the most cited reason. With Association, Icon, Statement, City, and often Classic editions, some teams had five jerseys already. Adding a sixth, the Earned Edition, diluted the special nature of each uniform and created an overwhelming amount of merchandise for consumers to follow.
• A Lack of Clear Identity: While City and Classic jerseys have strong, clear narratives (celebrating the city or franchise history), the Earned Edition's identity was less defined. As simple color swaps, they often felt like "bonus content" rather than a must-have item with a compelling story.
• Focusing on Proven Winners: The City Edition program is a massive commercial and cultural success. Similarly, Classic Edition throwbacks are guaranteed to resonate with fans. It made more business sense for Nike and the NBA to focus their resources on these highly successful and distinct uniform lines.

2024-25 Classic Jerseys - Classics are almost guaranteed to be successful

The Legacy of the Earned Jersey

The Earned Edition was a sophisticated attempt to add another layer of storytelling to the NBA's uniform landscape. While it ultimately buckled under the weight of an oversaturated market and its own vague identity, it left behind some genuinely great-looking jerseys. The program's short life serves as a lesson in the dangers of market oversaturation, and its absence has allowed the more narratively-driven City and Classic programs to take center stage.

Introducing our 2025-26 Statement Edition Uniform ☄️@PayPal | https://t.co/Dq7UwhDX6g pic.twitter.com/MpCT9xxGRY

— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) September 26, 2025

Phoenix Suns 2025-26 Statement Jersey

The new Statement Edition jersey features a solid black base with the "PHOENIX" wordmark across the chest. The lettering and player numbers are white but contain a subtle purple border, giving them a unique texture and pop. The uniform is accented with purple and orange trim along the collar and armholes and includes a gradient effect on the side panels that transitions from purple at the top to orange at the bottom.

Phoenix Suns 2025-26 Statement Shorts

The matching shorts continue the black theme and are highlighted by a large, stylized sunburst logo on the right leg. The logo is outlined in orange and contains a basketball with the same purple-to-orange gradient seen on the jersey's numbering. The design is completed with the Jordan Jumpman logo on the left leg and purple and orange trim along the bottom hem.

Phoenix Suns 2025-26 Jerseys

Ball State Cardinals 2025-26 Home Jersey

The new Ball State Cardinals home jersey features a clean white base, providing a sharp canvas for the team's branding. Across the chest is a classic "Ball State" script wordmark in red with an black outline, with the player number below it featuring the same color scheme. The uniform is accented with black trim on the collar and armholes, and features the Nike swoosh and the MAC conference logo on the chest.

Ball State Cardinals 2025-26 Home Shorts

The accompanying shorts are split into a white upper section and a red lower section. A bold, diagonal stripe of black and red cuts across the thigh, adding a dynamic and modern element that distinguishes the uniform.

The Commemorative Patch:

The primary patch, which will be worn by all players, features Layden's first name, "FRANK," in white lettering on a simple black band. It will be situated on the left shoulder strap of all player jerseys and is set to debut in the preseason game against the Houston Rockets on October 8. In addition to the player patch, Jazz coaches and other team personnel will wear a special "1" circle patch on their warm-ups, a nod to Layden's No. 1 jersey which the franchise retired in his honor in 1989.

In the team's announcement, Jazz President Jim Olson stated, “Few people have had a greater influence on the Utah Jazz than Frank Layden. His leadership, humor, and humanity shaped the trajectory of the Jazz franchise and left a lasting mark on Utah. Wearing this patch is more than a symbol – it is a way for our players and coaches to carry his legacy with them every time they take the floor.”

For Frank 🤍

This season, we will wear a commemorative jersey patch to honor Frank Layden as a tribute to his impact on the franchise and the state of Utah.

In addition to the patch, Jazz coaches and team personnel will wear a special “1” circle patch on warm-ups signifying… pic.twitter.com/0GyEnA3GMZ

— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) September 25, 2025

Layden played a pivotal role in shaping the franchise when it relocated to Salt Lake City in 1979 and served as head coach from 1981 to 1988. In 1984, he became the only person in NBA history to be named Coach of the Year, Executive of the Year, and win the J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award in the same season. Layden passed away on July 9, 2025, at the age of 93.

Panathinaikos 2025-26 Home Jersey

The new Panathinaikos 25-26 Home Jersey features the club's iconic deep green as its base. Across the chest, the "PANATHINAIKOS" wordmark is rendered in a classic, arched font in a light gold color with a white outline. The design is complemented by striped trim on the v-neck collar and armholes, featuring a light gold stripe between two light green ones. The uniform is completed with solid light gold adidas three stripes down the sides and features the adidas logo, the prestigious seven-star club crest, and the EuroLeague patch on the chest.

Designed with precision. Crafted with excellence. Every detail tells our story.

Pure Green. Pure Gold.

The 2025/26 home jersey embodies the legacy of our team!
@adidasHoops
#WeTheGreens #paobcaktor #adidasgr #createdwithadidas pic.twitter.com/0zlqOtpvTJ

— Panathinaikos BC (@Paobcgr) September 24, 2025

Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 Home Jersey

The Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 home jersey features the club's classic and unmistakable red and white vertical stripes. The design is complemented by a solid red armhole trim and an red-white-red collar. The "bwin" sponsor logo is prominently displayed in black on the chest, creating a bold and traditional look.

Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 Home Shorts:

Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 Away Jersey

For their away fixtures, Olympiacos will wear a clean white uniform. The Olympiacos Piraeus 25-26 away jersey features a prominent red-white-red v-neck collar and bold red side panels that run the full length of the kit. This design offers a sharp contrast to the home uniform while maintaining the club's core color identity.

Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 Away Shorts

Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 Third Jersey

The Olympiacos Piraeus 25-26 third jersey is a modern, all-black design. The sleek look is accented with subtle, thin red pinstripes running vertically down the front of the jersey. Red-black-red trim on the collar completes the design, offering a stylish alternative for the team.

Olympiacos Piraeus 2025-26 Third Shorts

All three jerseys are available to buy here and cost €78,90.

The Reds dropped their new threads today! How you like these? 🔥

Media day for @Olympiacos_BC pic.twitter.com/keoOEmTpmj

— EuroLeague (@EuroLeague) September 23, 2025

Boston Celtics 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

The Boston Celtics 2025-26 City Edition jersey features a clean white base with elegant gold and black accents. The classic "BOSTON" wordmark is displayed across the chest in black with a gold outline, matching the style of the player numbers below. The design is framed with solid gold trim around the collar and black and golden stripes running down the sides, creating a sharp and sophisticated look.

Comparison to the 2018-19 City Edition

This new design is a redesign of the Celtics' 2018-19 City Edition jersey, using the exact same template and wordmark. The primary difference is the color scheme; where the 2018-19 version utilized the team's traditional green for its accents, the new 2025-26 jersey swaps it out for a striking gold and black.

A new chapter in our storybook of Legends 📖 pic.twitter.com/56ixmSgUt6

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) September 24, 2025

As the team’s Exclusive Jersey Patch Partner, the Judi Health logo will be featured on all official Charlotte Hornets team jerseys starting with the 2025-26 season. Fans will be able to purchase the new Jordan Brand Swingman jerseys featuring the Judi Health patch beginning on Tuesday, October 21, at the Hornets Fan Shop.Judi Health will also serve as the annual presenting partner for the team’s much-anticipated City Edition uniform unveiling.

The partnership extends beyond the jersey, with Judi Health also becoming the presenting partner for several key initiatives, including the Hornets App and more. Hornets Co-Chairman Rick Schnall highlighted the alignment between the two brands, noting that both organizations are in the midst of "significant growth and rapid transformation." Similarly, Judi Health Founder and CEO AJ Loiacono expressed excitement to join the Hornets' journey and the NBA family.

a new patch partner who shares our vision.

welcome to the hornets family, Judi Health. pic.twitter.com/x6P9vyXMoy

— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) September 24, 2025

𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲. 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸.@cryptocom pic.twitter.com/11wO2agTWH

— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) September 24, 2025

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey

The 76ers will be bringing back the iconic black jersey from that legendary 2000-01 season as their Classic Edition uniform. This is the same beloved design worn by league MVP Allen Iverson during his incredible run to the NBA Finals. The jersey features a black base with the iconic "Sixers" wordmark being the center of the design. The numbers are held in white with an red outline, with the Nike Futura logo and crypto.com sponsor logo being in white.

The jersey will be available to buy from Oct. 15th online. The 76ers are set to wear the jerseys a total of 14 times troughout the 2025-26 NBA season.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Jersey Court:

CHECK OUT THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS COURT HISTORY

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of their 2001 Eastern Conference Finals victory, the Philadelphia 76ers are reviving the court design from that memorable season. The floor of the Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Court is distinguished by the era's dynamic center court logo, the iconic solid black painted keys, and bold red lines set against a light hardwood surface. A thick black border displaying "PHILADELPHIA" along the baselines completes the aggressive black, gold, and red aesthetic.

the games you won’t want to miss. 😏⤵️

secure those seats: https://t.co/GX7zePoK7e pic.twitter.com/jFf3qV8IGn

— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) September 8, 2025

Boston Celtics 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

The Celtics' new City Edition jersey is a direct homage to their popular 2018-19 design. It features a clean white base but swaps the original green for elegant gold and black accents. The classic "BOSTON" wordmark and player numbers are black with a gold outline, creating a sophisticated and celebratory look.

The Gold Standard 🏆☘️

9.24.25 pic.twitter.com/NauR0jWs6Q

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) September 23, 2025

Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey

The Timberwolves are bringing back one of the most beloved and unique throwback jerseys in NBA history. This Classic Edition uniform is the black road version from the Kevin Garnett era, famous for its distinctive green tree-lined trim around the collar and armholes. The classic jagged "TIMBERWOLVES" wordmark and numbering complete this legendary and highly anticipated design.

tomorrow. 👀 pic.twitter.com/H12rqeInqM

— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) September 24, 2025

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Edition Jersey

Tying into their season-long celebration of the 2001 Eastern Conference Championship team, the 76ers are re-releasing the iconic black uniform from that era. Famously worn by Allen Iverson, the jersey features a black base with the classic white "SIXERS" wordmark outlined in red. This uniform is one of the most recognizable in franchise history and its return has been eagerly awaited by the fanbase.

TOMORROW. @cryptocom pic.twitter.com/GWseFTdxB0

— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) September 24, 2025

Washington Wizards 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

The new City Edition jersey features a goldbase, a color that has been wanted back by the fanbase in recent years. It utilizes the same template as the 2021-22 City edition, highlighted by three thick white and black horizontal stripe across the chest. The uniform displays the "WASHINGTON" wordmark above the stripe, with the player number placed directly on it.

Rebecca Winn, Sr. Vice President of Wizards Marketing said, “When Nike directed us to ‘remix’ a former City Edition, we immediately thought of the classic Wizards uniform first worn in 2006. We think this version will look great on the team and on the court and the fans will be excited about the uniform and accompanying merchandise offerings as well.”

Washington Wizards 2025-26 City Edition Shorts:

The Washington Wizards 2025-26 City Edition shorts are built on an gold base, contrasted by prominent black side panels. The left leg features a large and creative 'dc' logo, where the 'd' is formed by a hand reaching for a basketball. White trim along the panels and hems completes the primary design.

A custom circular logo, depicting the Washington Monument with a star, is centrally placed on the black elastic waistband. The official NBA logo sits on the upper left thigh, while a black Nike swoosh is located on the upper right.

Washington Wizards 2025-26 City Court:

Fans will be able to purchase the new 2025-26 Encore jersey starting on November 11. The Wizards will wear the City uniform 29 times throughout the 2025-26 season and will debut the jersey at home against the Brooklyn Nets on November 16th.

Brooklyn Nets 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

The Brooklyn Nets 2025-26 City Edition jersey is a faithful re-release of the beloved classic. The uniform features a clean black base with the "BROOKLYN" wordmark and player numbers in white. The defining feature of the jersey is the vibrant, multi-colored trim that runs along the collar, armholes, and down the side panels. The logo of the new "All in Won" sponsor is placed on the left chest.

This colorful pattern, known as "Brooklyn Camo," is a direct tribute to the iconic Coogi sweaters famously worn by the legendary Brooklyn-born rapper, The Notorious B.I.G. The re-release continues the official collaboration between the team and Biggie's estate, celebrating the connection between the franchise and the cultural history of the borough.

Along with the jersey, the Nets have also unveiled in which games they'll wear the new city uniform. It's debut will be on the 11th of November at home vs the Toronto Raptors in an event classed as the "Biggie night".

This debate over money versus tradition has found a visual metaphor in the team's new uniforms. The starkly minimalist designs from adidas feel generic and corporate, lacking any real character or soul.

Dubai Basketball 2025-26 Home Jersey

The Dubai Basketball 25-26 home jersey is a straightforward all-white design, accented with simple black and gold trim around the v-neck collar and armholes. Stripped of any unique patterns, graphics, or cultural references that might forge a connection to its home city, the jersey has the unmistakable feel of a stock teamwear template. The result is a look that reflects the club's perceived lack of history and organic identity.

Dubai Basketball 2025-26 Away Jersey

Offering little in the way of variety, the Dubai Basketball 25-26 Away jersey is a simple color swap of the home uni, featuring a black base with the same white and gold trim. The one-for-one mirroring of the design reinforces the uninspired, formulaic approach to the club's on-court identity.

As European basketball navigates this new, money-driven direction, these uninspired jerseys serve as a fitting visual. They do little to counter the narrative that this is a business venture wearing a basketball uniform, rather than a passionate club with a story to tell.

Fan-Reaction:

Sacramento Kings 2025-26 City Edition Jersey

The Sacramento Kings 2025-26 City Jersey features a deep ink purple base with white and black details. Across the chest, the "Sacramento" wordmark returns in a refreshed lettering style, accented with bright violet. A key design element is the trim, which is inspired by the architectural facade of the Golden 1 Center and incorporates the beam into the central striping with radiating gradients of purple. Down the sides of the jersey, the phrase "Sacramento Proud" is repeated, tying the uniform together as a celebration of city identity.

The team will debut the new City Edition uniform and its complementary court on Wednesday, November 12, when they host the Atlanta Hawks. The set will be worn for 10 home games and nine road games throughout the season. Fans can order the limited-edition jersey now via the team's official website. Additionally, merchandise collections inspired by the uniform will be released throughout the season from brands like Authmade and Nike.

Comparison 25-26 vs 22-23 City Jersey:

Auburn Tigers 2025-26 Home Jersey

The new home jersey features a classic white base with the "AUBURN" wordmark across the chest in navy blue, outlined in orange. The player numbers follow the same color scheme, rendered in navy blue with an orange outline. The uniform is tied together with navy blue and orange trim on the collar and armholes, while bold side panels feature an orange stripe flanked by navy blue.

Auburn Tigers 2025-26 Away Jersey

For their road games, the Tigers will wear a deep navy blue jersey. The "AUBURN" wordmark is presented in a vibrant orange with a clean white outline, matching the player numbers. The side panels on the away uniform feature an orange stripe flanked by white, creating a sharp contrast against the navy blue base.

Auburn Tigers 2025-26 Alternate Jersey

The alternate uniform makes a bold statement with a bright orange base. This jersey distinguishes itself by using the "TIGERS" wordmark across the chest, rendered in navy blue with a white outline. The design is completed with navy blue side panels that are flanked by white stripes, creating a unified look for the team.

Bàsquet Girona 2025-26 Home Jersey

The Girona 2025-26 Home jersey is presented in the club's traditional bright red. The design incorporates subtle tonal vertical stripes for added texture. The "GIRONA" and "FIATC" wordmarks are prominently displayed on the chest, while simple white trim completes the look on the collar and armholes.

Bàsquet Girona 2025-26 Home Shorts

The matching home shorts continue the red tonal stripe theme from the jersey. They feature white trim along the bottom and sides, along with the "YOSOY" sponsor logo in white.

Bàsquet Girona 2025-26 Away Jersey

The Girona 25-26 Away jersey uses the same design template but with a powerful black base. The tonal vertical stripes remain, creating a sleek look. The "GIRONA" wordmark pops in white with a vibrant red outline, and the uniform is finished with red trim on the collar and sides. Running down the sides, a red graphic is also displayed.

Bàsquet Girona 2025-26 Away Shorts

Completing the away jersey, the shorts feature a black base with the matching tonal stripe pattern. Red trim on the sides and bottom hem ties the look together with the jersey, while the "YOSOY" sponsor logo is displayed in white.

Both Jerseys are available to buy in the official online shop and cost 59.95€.

DESIGN YOUR GERMANY X ADIDAS JERSEY NOW

The Challenge & How to Enter

The brief is straightforward yet full of creative potential: design any jersey concept for the German national basketball team. However, there are a few rules, which can be found in the competition rules over on the Basketball Jersey Creator Showcase.

Participants can submit their entries directly on the official Basketball Jersey Creator Showcase platform. The final day for submissions is Sunday, September 14th.

Basketball Jersey Archive wishes good luck to all who participate 🍀

Paris Basketball 2025-26 Home Jersey:

The Paris Basketball 2025-26 home jersey is predominantly black and features a powerful graphic of vertical streaks in red and blue, creating a vibrant, blurred light effect down the front. The "PARIS" wordmark is displayed centrally in white with a red and blue outline, sitting beneath the Nutribullet and LNB Élite logos. The design is framed with red and light blue trim on the collar and armholes, while adidas's signature three white stripes run down the sides, completing the modern and energetic look.

Paris Basketball 2025-26 Home Shorts

The matching home shorts perfectly continue the bold design from the jersey, featuring the same black base and the eye-catching red and blue vertical light streaks. The iconic three white adidas stripes are placed vertically on the side panels, while the adidas logo is positioned on the left leg. The trim along the bottom hem incorporates a subtle red and light blue detail, tying the entire uniform together into a cohesive and visually stunning jersey.

On se lève et on recommence !@ParisBasketball @KOP_PARISII pic.twitter.com/pl1Xosgydx

— adidasfr (@adidasFR) September 10, 2025

The Jersey is available to buy in the Paris Basketball Online Shop and costs 90€. The shorts are also available to buy there and come at a price of 55€.

Valencia Basket 2025-26 Home Jersey

The home kit is a revamped design that combines the club's tradition with a modern style. It features the team's iconic vibrant orange, and tonal vertical stripes that create a dynamic look. White details on the collar and side panels round off the look for Valencia.

Valencia Basket 2025-26 Away Shorts:

The matching home shorts are solid orange, continuing the jersey's primary color. White chevrons, a signature of the Hummel brand, run down the sides for a classic look.

Valencia Basket 2025-26 Away Jersey

The away kit is a striking black, "designed to reflect the club's identity with a modern and characterful style". The front of the jersey features a tonal scale pattern in grey. Bright orange is used for the wordmarks, logos, and trim, maintaining the club's core orange color.

Valencia Basket 2025-26 Away Shorts:

The away shorts are primarily black, tying in perfectly with the jersey's base color. The sides feature the typical bold orange hummel chevrons, completing the black-and-orange away look.

Valencia Basket 2025-26 Third Jersey

The third jersey features a unique and colorful design inspired by the sea and Valencian sunsets. The off-white base is adorned with an abstract camouflage-like pattern in pastel shades of blue, yellow, and pink. For the first time, the club crest has been adapted with a blue gradient to reflect all the colors of the sunset, sunrise, and sea of the Valencian coast.

All three jerseys are available to buy in the Valencia Basketball Online Shop, and come at a price of 70€.

Anadolu Efes 50th Anniversary Logo:

The special commemorative logo designed for the season is a shield-shaped crest. It features a large, stylized "50" intertwined with the club's star and wing motif. The full "ANADOLU EFES" name and the founding year, "1976," are also incorporated into the design, creating a fitting tribute to half a century of basketball.

Comparison: Regular Logo vs 50th Anniversary Logo:

Anadolu Efes 2025-26 Home Jersey:

The Anadolu Efes 2025-26 home jersey features a dark blue base with white vertical pinstripes. The club's name, "ANADOLU EFES," is stacked in a bold white font in an untypical position, below the number. The club's special 50th-anniversary crest is also placed on the chest, with the GSA logo being in the middle.

Anadolu Efes 2025-26 Away Jersey:

In contrast to the detailed home kit, the away jersey offers a clean and classic look. The uniform is predominantly white, with the stacked "ANADOLU EFES" wordmark and player numbers rendered in the team's signature blue. The 50th-anniversary crest is also present on the chest, providing a consistent celebratory element across the uniform set.

Stay tuned for more 2025-26 Jersey releases.

2025-26 NBL Brand Overview:

Similar to the NBA, the NBL is also outfitted by only one sole manufacturer. In the NBL's case, this manufacturer is Champion contrary to Nike (Jordan) in the NBA.

Here is a team-by-team breakdown of the new uniforms.

Adeleaide 36ers 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Adelaide 36ers 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Brisbane Bullets 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Brisbane Bullets 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Cairns Taipans 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Cairns Taipans 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Illawarra Hawks 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Illawarra Hawks 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Melbourne United 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Melbourne United 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Melbourne United 2025-26 Alternate Jersey:

New Zealand Breakers 2025-26 Home Jersey:

New Zealand Breakers 2025-26 Away Jersey:

New Zealand Breakers 2025-26 Alternate Jersey:

Perth Wildcats 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Perth Wildcats 2025-26 Away Jersey:

South East Melbourne Phoenix 2025-26 Home Jersey:

South East Melbourne Phoenix 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Sydney Kings 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Sydney Kings 2025-26 Away Jersey:

Tasmania JackJumpers 2025-26 Home Jersey:

Tasmania JackJumpers 2025-26 Away Jersey:

This collection begs the question: is the NBL's on-court style now more exciting than its American counterpart?

The Application Filed by the Miami Heat:

The discovery, first brought to light by user "CaliforniaGlowin" on the SportsLogos.net forums, shows an application filed by the team on August 27, 2025. This new mark is significant because, while the team has released numerous beloved Vice-themed jerseys, they have always featured the city name "Miami" on the chest. This is the first time a "Heat" version of the script has been officially trademarked, leading to widespread discussion.

Does This Mean a Full 'Vice' Rebrand is Incoming?

"Heat" wordmark for which trademark has been filed for

This development has fueled speculation that the organization might be planning to integrate the wildly popular Vice aesthetic into its core identity more permanently. A "Heat" script could potentially be used on a future Association or Icon jersey, moving the theme beyond its usual City Edition status.

Concept: Imagining the Miami Heat’s Vice jersey series with this new Heat wordmark that was just trademarked.

Using the front view of @ProLineMockups 3-view mockup template for Illustrator, which you can download below ⬇️ https://t.co/QNayO7N4ng https://t.co/lEd4yc5Wyd pic.twitter.com/dsnA3h9cX7

— Watnick Creative (@WatnickCreative) September 6, 2025

However, it is important to approach this news with a degree of caution. Teams frequently file trademarks for logos, wordmarks, and other branding elements as a proactive measure to protect their intellectual property. This filing does not necessarily guarantee that the "Heat" Vice wordmark will appear on a jersey next season, or ever. It could be intended for future merchandise, a long-term branding strategy, or simply to secure the design asset.

Miami Heat 2025-26 Jersey Set [@CaseyVitelli]

For now, the filing's ultimate purpose remains under wraps. But the existence of this trademark is the most concrete sign yet that the Heat organization continues to see a bright, neon-tinged future for the Vice theme.

Alba Berlin 2025-26 Home Jersey

The new 25-26 Alba Berlin home jersey for is a bright, energetic yellow, "designed to evoke the magical feeling of a Berlin dawn". The jersey features tonal vertical stripes and is accented with dark navy blue trim on the collar and armholes. This vibrant look will be worn by both the men's and women's teams for their home games.

Alba Berlin 2025-26 Away Jersey

Following tradition, the away jersey remains a dark navy blue. The classic look is updated with light yellow and blue highlights on the trim, providing a sharp contrast to the dark base. Yellow orange adidas three stripes running down the sides round off the team's primary look on the road.

Alba Berlin 2025-26 BCL Jersey

The Alba Berlin 2025-26 Third Jersey is mainly held in purple and features an interesting pattern in pink, featured on the whole jersey. The design is inspired by "the evening atmosphere, reminiscent of when the city lights illuminate the sky over Berlin like a violet glow". Compared to the other two jerseys, this jersey features an "Alba Berlin" wordmark on the front of the jersey.

In addition to being used in the BCL, the ALBA women's team will also wear a special version of the purple jersey in October to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The jerseys cost 89,95€ and is available to buy here.

Antibes Sharks 2025-26 Home Jersey:

The home jersey is built on a clean white base and features bold horizontal color blocking. A wide light blue stripe across the chest is framed by a vibrant orange stripe just below it, creating a classic, layered look. The "SHARKS" wordmark is prominently displayed across the chest in white with a light blue outline, while the main sponsor, Travel Planet, is featured on the lower half. According to the team, this design uses the club's retro colors to celebrate and continue its rich history.

Antibes Sharks 2025-26 Away Jersey:

For the away kit, the Sharks have adopted a much more modern design. The jersey is dominated by a deep blue base covered in an all-over, lighter blue topographical pattern that evokes the texture of the sea floor or the reflection of light on water. The "ANTIBES SHARKS" wordmark stands out in white with a light blue outline, matching the trim on the collar and arms, which also features orange accents. The club stated that this design is "inspired by the sea and highlights the beauty of the Cote d'Azur region in southern France", which the jersey certainly achieves.

Both Nike jerseys were created in partnership with the team's equipment supplier, Ekinsport by Basketball Emotion. The team has announced that the new jerseys will be available for purchase in their official shop very soon.

FC Barcelona Basketball 2025-26 Home Jersey

The 2025-26 home jersey brings back the classic 'Blaugrana' look with bold vertical stripes of royal blue and deep red. The design features a simple V-neck collar, the yellow Nike swoosh, and the club crest on the chest, all sitting above the yellow 'Assistència Sanitària' sponsor logo.

FC Barcelona Basketball 2025-26 Away Jersey:

The away jersey is a striking tribute to Kobe Bryant, who often expressed his admiration for FC Barcelona. The uniform features a 'Team Gold' base, a clear nod to the iconic colors of the Lakers. the team Kobe is most famous for. It is accented with two vertical stripes in black and purple, which are running down the sides.

In a truly unique collaboration with Nike, the traditional swoosh has been replaced by the 'Kobe Sheath' logo, which identifies the Kobe Bryant brand. Both the Kobe Sheath and the Barça crest feature a special snakeskin texture with a 3D relief in shiny silicon, honoring Kobe's 'Black Mamba' mentality. Notably, this is the first time the basketball team's second jersey has been made widely available for fans to purchase.

This jersey is the centerpiece of a larger Barça x Kobe collection. The collaboration also includes a black pre-match jersey, special editions of the men's and women's football jerseys, a tracksuit, and sports shoes, among other accessories.

Comparison between Football and Basketball:

While both jerseys honor Kobe Bryant with a matching gold & purple color scheme, they adapt the design for their respective sports. The basketball jersey features long vertical stripes down the sides, while the football kit incorporates the trim on its collar and sleeve cuffs. Aside from the cut, the most significant visual difference is the main sponsor logo, which is Assistència Sanitària for the basketball team and Spotify for the football team.

FC Bayern Basketball 2025-26 Home Jersey:

The Bayern Basketball 2025-26 Home jersey is defined by a striking color gradient, transitioning from a deep red at the shoulders to a bright, energetic orange at the hem. A classic V-neck collar features a two-stripe pattern in matching red and orange tones. The white Adidas logo and the FC Bayern Basketball crest are placed on the chest, sitting above the prominent "siegmund" sponsor logo in clean, white lettering.

Basketball vs. Football: A Different Approach

While the football team's home kit uses the club's traditional red with white accents, the basketball jersey opts for a bold orange-to-red gradient. The basketball uniform's design is built on a smooth color fade, contrasting with the football jersey's more complex design of some kind of vertical stripes. This creates a unique and distinct visual identity for the basketball section, allowing it to stand apart from its world-famous football counterpart in a way it rarely has before.

FC Bayern Basketball 2025-26 Jerseys:

Eurobasket 2025 Brand Overview:

Let's first of all take a look at the brand overview for the 2025 Eurobasket.

The apparel landscape for EuroBasket 2025 is overwhelmingly dominated by Nike, with its iconic Swoosh and the prestigious Jordan Brand dressing a majority of the participating nations. Following the sportswear giant, international brand PEAK secure their position as the next most significant suppliers, outfitting several other teams. The tournament also highlights a diverse range of manufacturers, with brands like Macron, Erreà, and 4F creating unique jerseys that underscore the varied national partnerships across the continent. However, Adidas's iconic three stripes will be worn exclusively by Sweden, while Puma's sole presence in the tournament will be seen on the Turkish national team. Let's get to the overview now.

Belgium:

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Bosnia and Herzegovina:

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Cyprus:

Cyprus Eurobasket Home Jersey:

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Czech Republic:

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Estonia:

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Finland:

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France:

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France Eurobasket Away Jersey:

Georgia

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Georgia Eurobasket Away Jersey:

Germany

Germany Eurobasket Home Jersey:

Germany Eurobasket Away Jersey:

Great Britain

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Greece:

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Iceland:

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Iceland Eurobasket Away Jersey:

Israel

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Italy

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Latvia:

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Lithuania:

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Lithuania Eurobasket Away Jersey:

Montenegro:

Montenegro Eurobasket Home Jersey:

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Poland:

Poland Eurobasket Home Jersey:

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Portugal:

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Serbia:

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Slovenia:

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Spain:

Spain Eurobasket Home Jersey:

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Sweden:

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Türkiye:

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New Classic Edition Jerseys Found in NBA 2K26

Our search of the game files revealed these upcoming Nike Classic Edition jerseys.

Dallas Mavericks 2025-26 Classic Jersey:

The Dallas Mavericks are bringing back a beloved look with this Classic Edition jersey. The uniform features a vibrant green base with the classic arched "DALLAS" wordmark in white, outlined in blue, paying homage to the team's popular green jerseys from the past.

Memphis Grizzlies 2025-26 Classic Jersey:

This Memphis Grizzlies Classic Edition jersey is a direct throwback to the franchise's early days in Memphis. The black uniform features the original "MEMPHIS" wordmark and player numbers in white with teal and red accents, including the distinctive V-neck collar design.

Minnesota Timberwolves 2025-26 Classic Jersey:

The Minnesota Timberwolves are throwing it back to the Kevin Garnett era with their Classic Edition uniform. The jersey features a black base with the iconic jagged "TIMBERWOLVES" font and is highlighted by the memorable tree pattern trim around the collar and arms.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Jersey:

The Philadelphia 76ers are reviving a legendary look with their Classic Edition jersey. This uniform brings back the iconic black design from the Allen Iverson era, featuring the famous "SIXERS" logo with the star and basketball swoosh across the chest.

New Statement Edition Jerseys Found in NBA 2K26

Our search of the game files revealed these upcoming Jordan Brand Statement Edition jerseys.

New York Knicks 2025-2X Statement Jersey:

The New York Knicks' 2025-26 Statement jersey features a black base with the iconic "NEW YORK" wordmark in orange, outlined in blue. The design's standout feature is the vibrant gradient stripe running down the side panels, which transitions from orange to royal blue.

Phoenix Suns 2025-2X Statement Jersey:

The Phoenix Suns are opting for a sleek, modern look for their 2025-26 Statement jersey. The design is built on a black base with a distinctive slanted "PHOENIX" wordmark in white, complemented by the team's signature purple and orange trim on the collar and arms.

San Antonio Spurs 2025-2X Statement Jersey:

The San Antonio Spurs' 2025-26 Statement jersey introduces a clean grey design for the team. It features a bold, arched "SAN ANTONIO" wordmark and player number in black, creating a sharp contrast against the light grey base.

This discovery within the NBA 2K26 game files provides the most definitive preview yet of what these seven teams will be wearing for the 2025-26 season.

Nike NBA 2025 Summer League Home Jerseys

The home jerseys are white for every team, with different accent colors for each franchise.

Nike NBA 2025 Summer League Away Jerseys

Meanwhile, the away jerseys boast the respective signature main colorway of each team.

Original Article - July 2025

As the NBA calendar turns toward the offseason, all eyes shift to the future stars of the league at the annual Summer League. It’s our first chance to see top draft picks and promising young talent in their new team colors. However, a look at the jerseys on display for the 2025 tournament continues a disappointing trend of uninspired, template-based designs from Nike, begging the question: is this a missed opportunity?

For fans of basketball aesthetics and jersey design, the Summer League has become synonymous with placeholder uniforms that lack the identity and creativity of their regular-season counterparts. This year’s collection is no exception. The jerseys are built on a starkly simple Nike template, a one-size-fits-all approach that strips teams of their unique branding.

For example, the Miami Heat are outfitted in a black version of the template. It features a basic "MIAMI" wordmark in a clean, white font, with the player number placed directly below. Beyond the red accent on the collar and the generic design on the sides, the uniform is a study in minimalism. This same structure is applied across the board, whether for the Warriors, 76ers, or Spurs, creating a homogenous look that feels more like a practice scrimmage than a professional showcase.

2024 Summer League Jerseys vs 2025 Summer League Jerseys

The 2024 NBA Summer League Template features a large, distinct side panel in a contrasting color that runs from the armpit straight down to the hem. The 2025 template replaces this with a side stripe. This new construction creates a continuous line flowing from the armhole down the side of the jersey. The armpits are no longer colored.

Is it boring? By almost any design metric, yes. The lack of individuality or storytelling suggests that for Nike, the Summer League is an obligation to be fulfilled with the least possible creative investment. The consistent use of generic, low-effort templates year after year feels like a disservice to the teams and more importantly the new players.

The design stays true to the iconic Allen Iverson-era look but introduces some modern updates. The paint is now black instead of dark blue, the center court logo is enlarged without the blue circle background, and the inside of the arc features a lighter wood tone for contrast. Around the baseline, the “SIXERS” lettering keeps the sharp red outline, matching the jerseys.

It’s not a perfect 1:1 recreation of the 2001 floor, but instead a refreshed version that balances nostalgia with today’s design standards.

The Philadelphia 76ers will bring back their iconic "Sixers" Jersey, which was famously worn by stars like Allen Iverson and is one, if not the most famous jersey in the franchise history.

The Sixers Jersey is set to be brought back via the NBA's and Nike's famous Classic Jersey campaign - in 2025-26, it brings back five NBA Jersey classics.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Jersey:

The Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic uniform is predominantly black. We can confirm that it features the iconic "SIXERS" wordmark on the front of the jersey.

Placed on the top right side of the jersey is the Futura Swoosh, likely in white with a red border. The number is also held in white with an red outline, and is placed beneath the Sixers wordmark. The jersey is heavily inspired by the one worn in the late 90s and 2000s.

Philadelphia 76ers Classic Jersey Shorts

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The Philadelphia 76ers Classic Jersey Shorts have a sleek black base that makes the team's vibrant colors pop. The design prominently features the 76ers' logo from the Allen Iverson era on the side, with the stylized "76" over a gold and red starburst. Finishing the retro look is red and gold striping along the waistband and the bottom hem of the shorts.

Philadelphia 76ers 2025-26 Classic Jersey Shorts Logo:

Featured on the black shorts is a highly-detailed patch of the iconic 1997-2009 76ers logo, celebrating a dynamic era in franchise history. A vibrant red embroidered border frames a gold star, creating a rich, textured foundation for the design. The white '76' is rendered in a raised, 3D application, with the classic blue-striped swoosh and basketball completing the premium and nostalgic look.

Comparison - Old Philadelphia 76ers Jersey Vs Expected 2025-26 Classic Edition:

As typical with the NBA x Nike Classic Jersey campaign the jersey is very similar to the original version. Stay tuned for further information on the new and upcoming jerseys for the 2025-26 NBA campaign.

Atlanta Hawks 2025-26 Jerseys

As most NBA teams, the Atlanta Hawks have four jerseys for the 25-26 season - the usual Association (home), Icon (away), Statement (third), and City (special) editions.

Association Edition (White)

The Hawks’ white Association Edition jersey remains unchanged. Featuring bold red "Atlanta" lettering with yellow trim and red side striping, it serves as the team’s primary home uniform and keeps the clean, traditional look Hawks fans know well.

Icon Edition (Red)

The red Icon Edition will also carry over into the 2025-26 season. With yellow "Atlanta" wordmark and the same side striping as its white counterpart, it continues to function as the main road jersey, maintaining consistency within the team’s visual identity.

Statement Edition (Black)

The black Statement Edition jersey remains part of the set, highlighted by the yellow "Hawks" wordmark across the chest, flanked by red accents. It features the Jordan Brand logo.

City Edition ("New")

The Hawks’ only new design for 2025-26 comes in the form of a fresh City Edition uniform, but it is actually not really new. It is the same as the "Peachtree" City Edition jersey from the 2019-20 campaign.

Classic Edition The Hawks will not release a Classic Edition jersey for 2025-26.

Confirming our previous leak, the Portland Trail Blazers have announced their new Association and Icon Jerseys for the 2025-26 NBA season and beyond. The previous Nike Portland Trail Blazers uniforms had served as the team's primary set since the beginning of the Nike partnership in the 2017-18 season. They are now officially retired, following the end of the 2024-25 campaign.

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Portland Trail Blazers 2025-26 Association Jersey

The Portland Trail Blazers 25-26 Association Jersey returns to a more classic variant of the iconic sash design. The Portland Trail Blazers 2025 Association Jersey is predominantly white with the iconic diagonal sash in red and black, featuring black for the Nike Swoosh and the Blazers wordmark on the center. The Number is held in black with a red outline.

Comparison:

Compared to the 2017-2025 edition, grey is totally gone for the new Portland Trail Blazers 2025 jersey. Both the collar and arm piping feature no detailing, leaving the trademark sash as the standout feature of the jersey.

Portland Trail Blazers 2025-26 Icon Jersey

The Portland Trail Blazers 25-26 Icon Jersey inverts the Association uniform. The Portland Trail Blazers 2025 Icon jersey is mainly held in black with the typical sash in red and white.

Placed on the center of the jersey is the "Portland" wordmark which is held in white and keeps the same font from the previous jersey. Beneath the wordmark is the jersey number in white with an red outline. Overall, the jersey keeps a simplistic look for the future of the franchise.

The shorts of the Portland Trail Blazers 2025-26 Icon edition have been updated, and for us, improved. The new shorts feature a more colorful look, with a red/white stripe on the sides instead of a dull white/gray stripe.

The Portland Trail Blazers will carry over their Statement jersey, but also receive a new City edition.

Oklahoma City Thunder 2025-26 City Edition:

The Oklahoma City Thunder 2025-26 City Jersey features a striking diagonal split, with a dark navy base on one half and a lighter charcoal grey on the other. The iconic "OKC" wordmark is emblazoned across the chest in white, boldly outlined in navy blue and accented with an orange drop shadow. A dynamic chevron pattern runs along the diagonal divide, adding texture to the design. The right side of the uniform features bold vertical stripes in light blue, which continue down the shorts. The shorts themselves are a solid navy, with a new stylized turquoise "OKC" logo on the waistband and a repeating pattern of the chevrons down the left leg.