# NBA and Nike Specter Edition uniform launch

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nba-and-nike-specter-edition-uniform-launch
> Updated: 2026-09-12T03:59:19.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Nike and the NBA have introduced the ‘Specter Edition’ uniforms for eight historic franchises, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, and New York Knicks. The new jerseys feature smoky, abstract visual motifs and dark foundations to modernize team identities.

The Los Angeles Lakers’ specific design includes a purple and black colorway with yellow accents and blue and white shoulder stripes. As part of this rollout, Nike is also launching the NBA Standard Issue Collection for the 2026-27 season, a line of apparel including hoodies and t-shirts designed to celebrate the “attitude, creativity and individuality of today’s hoopers.”

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Nike and NBA unveil Specter Edition uniforms for historic franchises

Nike and the NBA have unveiled the new ‘Specter’ Edition uniforms and Standard Issue Collection for eight historic franchises, featuring abstract designs and modern basketball culture aesthetics.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nike-and-nba-unveil-specter-edition-uniforms-for-historic-franchises

### 2026-09-10: Los Angeles Lakers reveal new Nike ‘Specter Edition’ jerseys

The Los Angeles Lakers will debut new Nike ‘Specter Edition’ alternate jerseys for the 2026-27 NBA season, featuring a purple, black, and yellow colorway inspired by franchise history.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/los-angeles-lakers-reveal-new-nike-specter-edition-jerseys

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