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.

 

REPLICA

SWINGWAN

AUTHENTIC

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.

FABRICS

Fabric Description

Thin, lightweight fabric

Slightly thicker fabric than Replica jerseys

Thick, durable, and comfortable fabric

Body Fabric

Nylon mesh for color body and polyester mesh for white body

100% polyester mesh

100% polyester metallic StretchAir construction

Armholes/Collar Fabric

100% polyester flat knit rib

100% polyester Flat-knit rib

100% polyester Flat-knit rib

Insert Fabric

polyester dazzle

100% polyester dazzle

100% polyester dazzle

GRAPHICS/LETTERING

Player Number

Screen-printed

screen-printed and tackle twill

tackle twill and embroidered

Player Name

Screen-printed

Screen-printed tackle twill

tackle twill and embroidered

Team Graphic

Screen-printed

Screen-printed

Sewn-on tackle twill

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

LOGOS

 

Embroidered NBA® and Adidas® logos at upper front

Embroidered NBA logo and Adidas® logos

NBA® dribbler logo embroidered at the upper right shoulder

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

Price

$45 and up

$59 and up

$99 and up