An Illustrated Guide to NBA Sneaker Holidays

The more you know.



Illustrations by Oli Holmes


According to the NBA's uniform policy, players are only allowed to wear sneakers that are in line with their team colors. But, there are several special occasions where teams are allowed to break code and celebrate particular holidays with their sneakers, in addition to NBA All-Star Weekend and the NBA Finals. Here's an illustrated breakdown on when and what to expect for the 2015-16 NBA season, including today: St. Patrick's Day.


Trophy Night

Halloween

Veteran's Day

Christmas

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Black History Month

NBA All-Star Game

Chinese New Year

St. Patrick's Day

Easter