How to Buy an NBA Jersey
When purchasing NBA jerseys, it's important to know exactly what type you're looking for. Jerseys are split into 3 categories to meet the needs of all types of fans. If you're just looking for a recreational jersey to show your team pride, then the Replica model may be your best choice. For a slightly heavier and more durable design, you can choose from the Swingman line. If you want the same look and high-quality as the jerseys worn by the players on the court, then an Authentic jersey is for you! Each type of jersey shows you're a true fan and the chart below is designed to help you choose the one that's best for you.
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REPLICA |
SWINGWAN |
AUTHENTIC |
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Description |
Replica jersey is a copy of the on-court jersey with screen printed front word-mark, player name and numbers. It is crafted with thinner fabric than authentic jerseys. These jerseys are designed for budget-minded fans who want the look of a real player's jersey. |
Swingman jerseys are made with slightly heavier fabric than Replica jerseys and feature a screen-printed tackle twill front word-mark, player name and numbers. These jerseys fall in-between the on-court Authentic jerseys and the Replica jerseys. |
Authentic jerseys are crafted just like the ones on the court but manufactured and sized just for the fan. They feature heavier fabric with all sewn-on graphics matching those worn by the actual players. These jerseys are designed for fans seeking the same high quality as worn by their favorite players. |
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FABRICS |
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Fabric Description |
Thin, lightweight fabric |
Slightly thicker fabric than Replica jerseys |
Thick, durable, and comfortable fabric |
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Body Fabric |
Nylon mesh for color body and polyester mesh for white body |
100% polyester mesh |
100% polyester metallic StretchAir construction |
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Armholes/Collar Fabric |
100% polyester flat knit rib |
100% polyester Flat-knit rib |
100% polyester Flat-knit rib |
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Insert Fabric |
polyester dazzle |
100% polyester dazzle |
100% polyester dazzle |
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GRAPHICS/LETTERING |
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Player Number |
Screen-printed |
screen-printed and tackle twill |
tackle twill and embroidered |
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Player Name |
Screen-printed |
Screen-printed tackle twill |
tackle twill and embroidered |
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Team Graphic |
Screen-printed |
Screen-printed |
Sewn-on tackle twill |
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Team Stripes |
If applicable, duplicated either as a set-in stripe, screen-print, or knit-in jacquard, depending on the game jersey |
If applicable, duplicated either as a set-in stripe, screen-print, or knit-in jacquard, depending on the game jersey |
If applicable, duplicated either as a set-in stripe, screen-print, or knit-in jacquard, depending on the game jersey |
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LOGOS |
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Embroidered NBA® and Adidas® logos at upper front |
Embroidered NBA logo and Adidas® logos |
NBA® dribbler logo embroidered at the upper right shoulder |
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Woven Adidas® NBA® jock tag with alpha sizing at the lower left front above the hem |
Adidas® Swingman jock tag with alpha sizing on the lower left front just above the hem and tab with the NBA logo at lower left side seam above the side vent |
Woven jock tag with numeric sizing at the lower left front above the hem |
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Price |
$45 and up |
$59 and up |
$99 and up |
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