NBA Logos
Welcome to the ultimate destination for NBA Logos – your go-to resource for viewing and downloading the official logos of all 30 National Basketball Association teams. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan, graphic designer, content creator, or just curious about the league’s visual identity, you’ll find everything you need right here.
NBA logos are more than just designs—they represent team history, culture, and legacy. From the timeless elegance of the Los Angeles Lakers logo to the bold, modern edge of the Miami Heat and the iconic bull of Chicago, each logo tells a story. These emblems are instantly recognizable and have become a central part of the NBA’s global brand.
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The current logo, reintroduced in 2015, is a modernized circular emblem featuring a stylized hawk head in profile, inspired by the original 1972 “Pac-Man” logo. It sits inside a red circle with “Atlanta Hawks Basketball Club” written around it. The logo represents tradition, speed, sharpness, and Atlanta’s evolution, balancing retro vibes with a modern aesthetic.
- Established:1946
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Mascot: Harry the Hawk
- Stadium: State Farm Arena
- Head Coach: Quin Snyder
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
Fun FactThe Hawks’ mascot Harry the Hawk was inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame in 2021! The franchise holds the second-longest playoff appearance streak in NBA history (1950–1970).
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The Celtics’ primary logo features Lucky the Leprechaun spinning a basketball while holding a cane, wearing a green vest with shamrocks and a bowler hat. It reflects Boston’s Irish heritage, the city’s strong cultural identity, and the team’s tradition of excellence. The circular green-and-white design has remained largely unchanged since the 1960s, reinforcing tradition and loyalty.
- Established:1946
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts
- Mascot: Lucky the Leprechaun
- Stadium: TD Garden
- Head Coach: Joe Mazzulla
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Celtics’ 17 NBA Championships are tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for most in NBA history.
Bill Russell’s 11 titles is the most by any player in any major U.S. professional sport.
The Nets’ current logo, introduced in 2012, is a bold black-and-white shield featuring a basketball with a “B” in the center and “NETS” across the top. The minimalist, monochrome design was co-created with input from rapper Jay-Z, aligning with Brooklyn’s hip-hop and street culture aesthetic. The look is unique in the NBA for its simplicity and city-specific branding.
- Established:1967
- Location: Brooklyn, New York
- Mascot: N/A
- Stadium: Barclays Center
- Head Coach: Jacque Vaughn
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Nets are the only major pro team based in Brooklyn, and their branding was heavily influenced by Brooklyn street style, hip-hop, and subway signage—with Jay-Z playing a major role in the team’s move and design rebrand.
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Charlotte Hornets Logo
The current logo, introduced in 2014 with the Hornets brand revival, features a fierce, stylized hornet in teal and purple, with wings spread and a stinger pointed outward. The design is modernized, aggressive, and symbolic of speed, agility, and pride in the Carolinas. The “Buzz City” secondary logo features a hexagonal shape and honeycomb influence, nodding to the hive mentality of the fanbase.
- Established:1988
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Mascot: Hugo the Hornet
- Stadium: Spectrum Center
- Head Coach: Steve Clifford
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The name “Hornets” dates back to the Revolutionary War, when British General Cornwallis referred to Charlotte as a “hornet’s nest of rebellion.” In 2010, NBA legend Michael Jordan became majority owner of the franchise—the first former player to do so.
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Chicago Bulls Logo
The Bulls’ logo features a fierce red bull’s head with a white snout, black horns tipped in blood-red, and an intense stare. Designed in 1966, it remains unchanged—a rare feat in sports branding. The logo is known for its strength, intimidation, and iconic simplicity. When flipped upside down, the logo resembles a robot reading a book while sitting on a crab (popular internet Easter egg).
- Established:1966
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Mascot: Benny the Bull
- Stadium: United Center
- Head Coach: Billy Donovan
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Bulls are the only team in NBA history to win multiple championships and never lose in the Finals(6–0 record).
The 1995–96 Bulls (72–10) held the best regular season record in NBA history until 2016.
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Cleveland Cavaliers Logo
The current logo features a “C” sword emblem, introduced in 2017 as part of a modernization effort post-championship. It combines elements of the franchise’s sword-and-shield Cavalier identity with clean lines and a minimalist approach.Over the years, the Cavs have had multiple logo evolutions:
- The original swashbuckling Cavalier (1970s)
- The “V-sword” and basketball hoop design (1980s)
- The black and orange “wave” logo (1994)
The golden shield design (2003–2017) during LeBron’s return and championship run.
- Established:1970
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio
- Mascot: Moondog
- Stadium: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
- Head Coach: J.B. Bickerstaff
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The 2016 Cavaliers made history by overcoming a 3–1 deficit in the NBA Finals, defeating a 73-win Golden State team and delivering Cleveland’s first pro championship in 52 years.
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Dallas Mavericks Logo
The current logo, introduced in 2001, features a modern horse’s head within a silver basketball, overlaid with a shield and “Dallas Mavericks” wordmark. The design reflects the Maverick persona: free-spirited, powerful, and bold. Earlier logos (1980–2001) featured a green/blue color scheme with a cowboy hat and basketball.
- Established:1980
- Location: Dallas, Texas
- Mascot: Champ, MavsMan
- Stadium: American Airlines Center
- Head Coach: Jason Kidd
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The 2011 Mavs championship team is often regarded as one of the greatest underdog title runs in NBA history, defeating the Heat’s “Big 3” and several higher-seeded teams. Dirk Nowitzki is the highest-scoring foreign-born player in NBA history (31,560 points)
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Denver Nuggets Logo
The current logo, unveiled in 2018, features two crossed gold pickaxes in a navy circle, referencing Colorado’s mining heritage and the original “Nuggets” name. At the top is a snow-capped mountain (nod to the Rockies), and at the bottom, a basketball symbolizing the sport. The redesign focuses on simplicity, local pride, and tradition
- Established:1967
- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Mascot: Rocky the Mountain Lion
- Stadium: Ball Arena
- Head Coach: Michael Malone
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Nuggets’ team name was changed from the Denver Rockets to the Nuggets in 1974 to avoid confusion with the NBA’s Houston Rockets—and to honor Colorado’s Gold Rush history. Rocky the mascot once rappelled from the arena rafters and fainted mid-performance—he’s OK now, but it became a viral moment!
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Detroit Pistons Logo
The primary logo features a red basketball with a bold blue and white ring and the wordmark “Detroit Pistons”in white, sans-serif font. The design is clean and modernized, returning to the classic roundel style used in the 1980s and early 2000s. Past logos have included flaming horse heads and techno-style wordmarks, but the team returned to tradition in 2017
- Established:1941
- Location: Detroit, Michigan
- Mascot: Hooper
- Stadium: Little Caesars Arena
- Head Coach: Jonathan Gannon
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Pistons are the only NBA franchise to have won titles in three separate decades (’80s, ’90s, 2000s).
The “Malice at the Palace” in 2004 remains the most infamous brawl in NBA history, reshaping league security and conduct policies.
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Golden State Warriors Logo
The Warriors’ current logo features a stylized depiction of the Golden Gate Bridge in yellow and blue, inside a circle. Updated in 2019, the logo keeps the iconic bridge imagery but with cleaner lines and deeper tones. The logo reflects Bay Area pride, innovation, and connection to the community. Previous versions included a Native American warrior (1940s), a thunderbolt logo (’90s), and a full-body “The City” design (1960s–70s).
- Established:1946
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Mascot: N/A
- Stadium: Chase Center
- Head Coach: Steve Kerr
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Warriors are the only team to go 16–1 in a single postseason (2017), a record-setting run led by Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry. The “We Believe” 2007 Warriors, as the 8th seed, upset the No. 1 Dallas Mavericks—still one of the biggest upsets in NBA history.
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Houston Rockets Logo
The current Rockets logo, introduced in 2003, features a stylized “R” shaped like a rocket launching upward, with red trails forming a circle. It represents motion, innovation, and the team’s space-themed identity, in honor of Houston’s NASA heritage.
- Earlier versions included:
- A cartoon-style rocket (1960s–70s)
- A bold yellow-and-red basketball (1980s–90s)
- A blue and red rocket-emblem design (late ’90s–2003
- Established:1967
- Location: Houston, Texas
- Mascot: Clutch the Rocket Bear
- Stadium: Toyota Center
- Head Coach: Ime Udoka
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
During the 1994–1995 title runs, Houston earned the nickname “Clutch City” after shaking off a reputation for collapsing in the playoffs—turning adversity into greatness.
Hakeem Olajuwon is the only player in NBA history to win MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP in the same season (1994).
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Indiana Pacers Logo
The current logo, refreshed in 2017, is a navy blue “P” with a gold basketball in motion and an updated wordmark around it. It modernizes the classic 1970s design, symbolizing the speed and energy of Indiana basketball. The minimalist, circular layout reflects the team’s identity and Indiana’s deep basketball tradition
- Established:1967
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
- Mascot: Boomer
- Stadium: Gainbridge, Fieldhouse
- Head Coach: Rick Carlisle
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
Indiana is often called the “Basketball Capital of the World,” and the Pacers are at the heart of that tradition.
Reggie Miller once scored 8 points in 9 seconds to beat the Knicks in a legendary 1995 playoff game at Madison Square Garden.
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Los Angeles Clippers Logo
The current logo, introduced in 2015, features a modernized “LAC” monogram inside a stylized basketball above the bold “Clippers” wordmark, all framed in a rounded rectangle. The design emphasizes sleekness, unity, and forward motion while nodding to the nautical roots of the name “Clippers”, referring to fast-moving ships.
- Established:1970
- Location: Los Angeles, California
- Mascot: Chuck the Condor
- Stadium: Crypto.com Arena
- Head Coach: Tyronn Lue
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Clippers were once considered one of the worst franchises in sports under former owner Donald Sterling. Since Steve Ballmer (former Microsoft CEO) took over in 2014, the franchise has become one of the most modern, player-forward, and tech-savvy organizations in the NBA. The upcoming Intuit Dome will be the first arena ever built just for the Clippers—a major milestone for team identity.
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Los Angeles Lakers Logo
The Lakers’ classic logo features a purple basketball with motion lines, overlaid with the word “Los Angeles Lakers” in gold, italicized block font. The logo has remained virtually unchanged since the team’s move to L.A., symbolizing continuity, class, and championship excellence. The name “Lakers” originates from Minnesota’s nickname, “Land of 10,000 Lakes.”
- Established:1947
- Location: Los Angeles, California
- Mascot: N/A
- Stadium: Crypto.com Arena
- Head Coach: Darvin Ham
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Lakers are tied with the Celtics for the most championships in NBA history (17). In 2023, LeBron James broke the all-time scoring record, previously held by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar — both achieved the feat as Lakers. The 2020 NBA Championship was won inside the “Bubble” during the COVID-19 pandemic, marking the Lakers’ 17th title and tying them with Boston
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Memphis Grizzlies Logo
The Grizzlies’ logo features a stylized grizzly bear head with piercing eyes and sharp lines, symbolizing strength, focus, and intensity. The modern design (updated in 2018) uses a cool blue palette to reflect Memphis’ blues heritage and a fierce competitive spirit. The design evolved from the original Vancouver Grizzlies logo, which was more cartoonish and featured a full bear holding a basketball.
- Established:1995
- Location: Memphis, Tennessee
- Mascot: Grizz
- Stadium: FedexForum
- Head Coach: Taylor Jenkins
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Memphis Grizzlies are the only NBA team based in Tennessee and were originally founded in Vancouver, Canada. They are credited with creating one of the league’s most beloved eras of basketball, known as “Grit and Grind”, a defense-first, no-nonsense identity that mirrored the city’s blue-collar spirit.
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Miami Heat Logo
The Miami Heat logo features a fiery basketball going through a black hoop, leaving a trail of flames behind it. It symbolizes intensity, speed, and the Heat’s aggressive playing style. First introduced in 1988 and slightly updated in 1999 for refinement and color vibrancy.
- Established:1988
- Location: Miami, Florida
- Mascot: Burnie
- Stadium: Kaseya Center
- Head Coach: Jonathan Gannon
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Heat are known for “Heat Culture” – a term referring to their strict conditioning, accountability, and selfless, competitive style. They are the only NBA franchise to reach the Finals as a No. 5 seed (2020) and a No. 8 seed (2023).
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Milwaukee Bucks Logo
The current Bucks logo (introduced in 2015) features a mature, forward-facing buck with large antlers, inside a circular green and cream border. The design represents pride, strength, and regional identity, replacing the older cartoonish buck logos. The antlers form a subtle “M” for Milwaukee, and the bold gaze reflects determination and ambition.
- Established:1968
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Mascot: Bango the Buck
- Stadium: Fiserv Forum
- Head Coach: Doc Rivers
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Milwaukee Bucks won their 2021 NBA Championship exactly 50 years after their first (1971). Giannis Antetokounmpo became just the second player ever (after Shaq) to average 35+ PPG, 10+ RPG, and 60% FG in a Finals series.
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Minnesota Timberwolves Logo
The current logo, redesigned in 2017, features a howling wolf in a navy blue circle, framed by a green North Star and “Minnesota Timberwolves” text. The sleek, modernized logo reflects the team’s icy Northern identity, wild spirit, and connection to Minnesota’s nature and wilderness. Earlier logos featured more detailed wolves and classic basketball elements.
- Established:1989
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Mascot: Crunch the Wolf
- Stadium: Target Center
- Head Coach: Chris Finch
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
Kevin Garnett became the youngest player ever drafted directly out of high school in 1995, starting a trend that included legends like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. The Timberwolves’ fanbase is known for loyalty, often enduring long rebuilds and tough winters — making Target Center electric during playoff time.
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New Orleans Pelicans Logo
The current logo features a stylized pelican with spread wings, a gold fleur-de-lis above its head, and a red basketball on its chest. The design embraces Louisiana culture, referencing the state bird, French heritage (fleur-de-lis), and bold Southern identity. Introduced in 2013 to signal the team’s rebrand and independence from the Hornets legacy.
- Established: 2002
- Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Mascot: Pierre the Pelican
- Stadium: Smoothie King Center
- Head Coach: Willie Green
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The pelican is Louisiana’s state bird, chosen as the team’s identity to fully reflect local pride and independence after years under the Hornets brand. The team’s alternate “City Edition” jerseys frequently pay tribute to Mardi Gras, jazz, and French Quarter culture, making them fan favorites.
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New York Knicks Logo
The Knicks’ logo features a bold orange basketball overlaid with the word “Knicks” in sharp, blue geometric lettering with a silver triangle behind it. The design has remained largely unchanged since 1992, with only minor modernizations. The original 1946 logo featured a cartoon character dribbling a basketball while wearing knickers.
- Established:1946
- Location: New York City, New York
- Mascot: N/A
- Stadium: Madison Square Garden
- Head Coach: Tom Thibodeau
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Knicks were part of the very first NBA (then BAA) game ever played, in 1946, defeating the Toronto Huskies. Madison Square Garden is the only NBA arena to sell out nearly every season, regardless of team record, due to its location and loyal fanbase.
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Oklahoma City Thunder Logo
The Thunder logo features a shield with a basketball backdrop and “OKC” boldly centered. The blue and orange streaks signify energy and movement, reflecting Oklahoma’s stormy skies and lightning symbolism. While the logo is simple and clean, it has often been criticized for lacking direct local iconography, though a redesign has been rumored.
- Established:1967
- Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Mascot: Rumble the Bison
- Stadium: Paycom Center
- Head Coach: Mark Daigneault
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Thunder own one of the largest stockpiles of future NBA Draft picks, with 15+ first-round picks over the next few seasons, giving them enormous flexibility to build a contender. Rumble the Bison was named NBA Mascot of the Year in 2009
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Orlando Magic Logo
The Magic’s current logo (introduced in 2010, refined over time) features a blue and silver basketball with a star trail, accompanied by bold “Orlando Magic” wordmark in silver and black. The stars and motion lines reflect magic, movement, and flair, connecting to Orlando’s entertainment and tourism identity.
- Established:1989
- Location: Orlando, Florida
- Mascot: Stuff the Magic Dragon
- Stadium: Amway Center
- Head Coach: Jamahl Mosley
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Magic were the fastest expansion team to reach the NBA Finals, doing so just six years after being founded (1995). Shaq and Penny became a pop culture sensation in the ’90s, with signature shoes, commercials, and even a feature film (Blue Chips).
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Philadelphia 76ers Logo
The primary logo features a classic basketball with “76” in the center, surrounded by 13 stars, representing the original 13 colonies. The design reflects Philadelphia’s revolutionary history and America’s founding. The logo has remained traditional and patriotic, with slight modern refinements over the years.
- Established:1946
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Mascot: Franklin the Dog
- Stadium: Wells Fargo Center
- Head Coach: Nick Nurse
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The team is named after 1776, the year the Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia—hence “76ers.”
Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point game (1962) is still the most points scored in a single NBA game — and was by a Sixers player.
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Phoenix Suns Logo
The current Suns logo features a stylized basketball engulfed in flames with a sleek “PHX” and a spiked sun backdrop, symbolizing the heat and energy of Arizona. The design has evolved from earlier versions, keeping the fiery basketball as a central image since 1992, and reflects movement, intensity, and regional pride.
- Established:1968
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona
- Mascot: The Suns Gorilla
- Stadium: Footprint Center
- Head Coach: Mike Budenholzer
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Phoenix Suns were the first major professional sports team in Arizona and have never changed cities since being founded. They famously lost a coin flip in 1969 for the chance to draft Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (then Lew Alcindor).
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Portland Trail Blazers Logo
The Blazers’ logo features five red lines and five black lines curving into each other to form a pinwheel shape. The lines represent two teams coming together for competition—a design that blends simplicity with movement and unity. The current version (refined in 2017) modernizes the original 1970 logo designed by a cousin of the team’s first GM.
- Established:1970
- Location: Portland, Oregon
- Mascot: Blaze the Trail Cat
- Stadium: Moda Center
- Head Coach: Chauncey Billups
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
Portland is one of the NBA’s smallest markets, but boasts one of the league’s most dedicated fanbases, often ranking near the top in attendance and TV ratings.
The nickname “Rip City” was coined by announcer Bill Schonely during a 1971 broadcast—and it’s stuck ever since.
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Sacramento Kings Logo
The current Kings logo (updated in 2016) features a modernized crown atop a basketball, with a wordmark split into two lines: “Sacramento” and “Kings.” The design pays homage to classic royal themes, simplified with clean lines and bold geometry in a modern purple/gray palette. The previous logo (1994–2016) was more detailed, with crossed lances and a stylized crown.
- Established:1923
- Location: Sacramento, California
- Mascot: Slamson the Lion
- Stadium: Golden 1 Center
- Head Coach: Mike Brown
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Sacramento Kings are the oldest continuously operating professional basketball franchise, tracing their roots to 1923—over 100 years of history. Their “Light the Beam” campaign, launched in 2022, became a viral sensation, with a purple laser fired into the sky after home wins.
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San Antonio Spurs Logo
The Spurs’ logo is minimal and iconic: a blocky “SPURS” wordmark with the “U” stylized as a spur, paying homage to Texas’ cowboy culture. The black-and-silver color scheme reflects discipline, tradition, and simplicity, much like the team’s brand and play style. Earlier versions included more flamboyant designs, like the colorful “Fiesta” logo used in the ’90s (which is now used for throwback jerseys and merch).
- Established:1967
- Location: San Antonio, Texas
- Mascot: The Coyote
- Stadium: Frost Bank Center
- Head Coach: Gregg Popovich
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Spurs are the only NBA team to win at least 50 games in 18 consecutive seasons (1999–2017).
Gregg Popovich, at over 75 years old, is both president of basketball operations and head coach, setting numerous records for wins and longevity. Wembanyama is the tallest player in NBA history to record a triple-double that included blocks—and he did it as a rookie.
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Toronto Raptors Logo
The current Raptors logo (introduced in 2015) features a clawed basketball inside a circle, creating a clean, modern, and aggressive look. The original logo (1995) featured a cartoon raptor dribbling a basketball, which was iconic but eventually replaced for a more serious tone. The “We The North” branding became a cultural movement, deeply tied to Canadian pride and the team’s identity.
- Established:1995
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Mascot: The Raptor
- Stadium: Scotiabank Arena
- Head Coach: Darko Rajakovic
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The Raptors’ name was inspired by the “Jurassic Park” movie craze of the early ’90s. During the 2019 Finals run, Toronto’s outdoor watch zone, “Jurassic Park,” became an international symbol of fan unity and energy.
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Utah Jazz Logo
The current logo (revamped in 2022) is a bold minimalist wordmark, often paired with a stylized “J” musical note logo, linking back to the franchise’s jazz roots in New Orleans. The color scheme switched to black and gold/yellow, offering a modern, edgy look. Classic logos (used in throwbacks) feature mountains, basketballs, and musical notes — still beloved by fans.
- Established:1974
- Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
- Mascot: Jazz Bear
- Stadium: Delta Center
- Head Coach: Will Hardy
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
Despite moving from New Orleans, the franchise kept the “Jazz” name, which is now an iconic—if geographically ironic—NBA identity. John Stockton and Karl Malone hold the all-time NBA record for most games played together (1,412).
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Washington Wizards Logo
The Wizards’ current primary logo (introduced in 2015) features a circular design with a basketball and the Washington Monument at the center, surrounded by stars and stripes. The logo connects the sport with national pride, emphasizing the team’s D.C. identity. Earlier versions featured a stylized wizard figure and hand reaching for a star (2000s era), and even classic “Bullets” wordmarks in the 1970s–90s.
- Established:1961
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Mascot: G-Wiz
- Stadium: Capital One Arena
- Head Coach: Brian Keefe
- Website: https://www.azcardinals.com/
Fun Fact
The franchise was renamed from the “Bullets” to “Wizards” in 1997 due to concerns about violence and a desire for a more peaceful brand. The Washington Monument is featured in both the logo and alternate jerseys, reinforcing civic pride.
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