If you’re heading to the arena, the sports bar, or just shooting around at the park, an NBA jersey isn’t just appropriate — it’s essential. It’s a uniform of allegiance, a signal of taste, and yes, a style move if you wear it right. Maybe you rep the stars of today. Perhaps you’re partial to the past greatness — Jordan, Bird, Kobe. Legends don’t go out of fashion.
Here, a curated list of jerseys that matter — modern icons, vintage kings and a few that say more than just “I watch the game.”
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How we found the top NBA jerseys
To gather the best NBA jerseys currently available, we focused both on current players and basketball icons who are no longer in the game. Regarding current players, we focused on the players widely considered to be amongst the best in the NBA. We also chose jerseys that are the same as the ones players wear — these come at a higher price point — and replica jerseys, which are made with slightly different materials and are a bit more affordable.
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Fanatics Men’s Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic Replica Jersey
Widely considered the best NBA player currently in the game, Nikola Jokic plays on the Denver Nuggets and has been on the All-NBA team six times. This replica jersey is moisture-wicking and provides an easy range of motion, according to the brand.
Nike Adult Golden State Warriors Steph Curry Hardwood Classic Jersey
A point guard for the Golden State Warriors, Steph Curry recently became the first NBA player to make 4,000 3-pointers. This jersey has a loose fit and is made with fabric that utilizes Nike’s proprietary Dri-Fit technology to wick away moisture and dry quickly.
Fanatics Los Angeles Lakers LeBron James Replica Jersey
LeBron James is one of the greatest players of all time and on one of the most iconic teams in the NBA — the Los Angeles Lakers. This replica jersey is made from a lightweight material with a droptail hem. The name, number and logo are all printed on the jersey and heat-sealed to hold up to numerous washings, according to the brand.
Michael Jordan 96/97 Jersey
You can’t go wrong with a Michael Jordan option when it comes to throwback jerseys. This one is from Jordan’s 1997-1997 season with the Chicago Bulls — which as a season, the team was NBA champions for the second year in a row. This authentic jersey is made of mesh and has side splits at the hem. The number, name and logo are all embroidered applique, and the jersey is machine washable.
Mitchell & Ness Boston Celtics Larry Bird Jersey
Another iconic throwback jersey is that of Larry Bird, who played for the Boston Celtics from 1979 through 1992 and is a three-time NBA champion. This jersey goes up to a size 5XL and is made of mesh. It has a rib knit collar and arm openings and the logo, name and number are heat sealed for longevity.
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