Pregame fashion has become woven into the fabric of the NBA, with some players building a reputation for their wardrobe selections.
Washington Wizards: small forward: Kyle Kuzma: became one of the league’s front-runners in: eye-catching outfits: during the regular season.
“I always look at fashion not as I’m just putting on clothes, but I’m putting together a story and putting together a look that when you see me, it’s a conversation piece,” he told the Boardroom:.
Kuzma’s squad did not make it to the postseason, so he will not be able to wear his unique fits on the pregame runway. But a handful of players stepped up and stood out in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
Marcus Smart:, Boston Celtics:Game 2:
Smart: won the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year: award Monday, the first time a point guard has secured the honor since Gary Payton during the 1995-96 season. Given it is Smart’s first time winning DPOY, he donned a special robe that signified his accomplishment entering Game 2 against the Brooklyn Nets:.
Marcus Smart pulled up with the DPOY robe: @ smart_MS3: 🔥: pic.twitter.com/h8lz1KBTJo:
– Celtics on NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSCeltics) April 20, 2022:
James Harden: and: Tyrese Maxey:, Philadelphia 76ers:Game 1:
Harden is no stranger to luxury couture. Last year, he was seen at: Paris Fashion Week: and was named to the board of Saks Fifth Avenue.
Ahead of his playoff debut with the Sixers, he sported the Louis Vuitton Blue & White “Puppet” Varsity Jacket. The colorful crocheted stuffed figures pinned on the coat really make the jacket stand out.
here they come.#PhilaUnite: pic.twitter.com/p8lJF7dV1j:
– Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) April 16, 2022:
Maxey wore No. 3 before being drafted by Philly, but since that number is retired in honor of: Allen Iverson:he had a: decision to make:.
“All my life, I’ve worn 3. Couldn’t get that one here,” said the first-round pick.
He paid tribute to the Sixers legend by wearing an Iverson jersey that featured several photos of the Basketball Hall of Famer.
this jersey. 👀: @TyreseMaxey: 🤝: @AllenIverson: pic.twitter.com/YfbFnqpLMV:
– Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) April 16, 2022:
It ended up being a fitting outfit choice. Maxey’s 38 points in Game 1 were the most in a playoff opener by a 76ers player since AI in 2003.
Jordan Clarkson: and: Bojan Bogdanovic:, Utah Jazz:Game 1:
Some players have an adventurous take on fashion, while others opt for the classic suit and tie look. With a little personalization, these Jazz stars had no issues rocking the tried-and-true combination.
Clarkson donned a white Midnight Studios button-up shirt with a black tie and slacks, with the leather harness adding a modern spin on an old classic.
Bogdanovic chose a more traditional route with his all-black ensemble and a pocket square that provided a splash of color.
smooth ️ ️:#TakeNote: pic.twitter.com/aVlD1Jmi1i:
– Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) April 16, 2022:
Stephen Curry:, Golden State Warriors:Game 1:
After missing a month with a foot injury, Curry returned to the Warriors’ lineup on April 16 against the: Denver Nuggets:. The coat he wore in his first game back took vibrancy to a new level.
📍: #WarriorsGround: pic.twitter.com/G5iksHasNt:
– Golden State Warriors (@warriors) April 16, 2022:
