The NBA logo is synonymous with sporting excellence, representing the enduring strength and discipline of the sport, but believe it or not, the classic emblem has surprisingly humble origins.

The NBA has never officially acknowledged that its classic red, white and blue logo was modeled after Jerry West, the Los Angeles Lakers legend who died Wednesday at 86, but the man who designed ...

The NBA Classic Edition jerseys and gear are available ... Each one keeps the throwback logos and style while also maintaining a modern look. These could pieces could become everyday clothing ...

The NBA's logo, however, visibly features a player in ... "It's become such a ubiquitous, classic symbol and focal point of their identity and their licensing program that they don't necessarily ...

David Stern went to his grave without admitting that Jerry West was the inspiration for the NBA logo. West died Wednesday ... “It’s become such a ubiquitous, classic symbol and focal point ...

West's profile — both on the logo and in his playing career — was exactly what the NBA needed to represent itself, according to Siegel. "It was really kind of elegant and classic," Siegel told ...

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NBA teams have steadily released freshly ... These jerseys will also be paired with a classic court and logo. The uniforms will debut Nov. 8 against the New Orleans Pelicans, the anniversary ...

The white uniforms feature blue and green accents, "Wolves" script across the chest, and the original wolf logo ... Classic Edition uniforms for Games 1 and 2 of its opening round sweep in the ...