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The NBA and Adidas have just released the newly re-designed “Revolution 30 Jerseys.” These jerseys will be worn by all 30 teams this season; the uniforms are said to be more advanced, lighter, faster and cooler. The material that had been used for the old jerseys has been switched to lighter fabric, there will be less friction between the garment and the players skin. The new “Revolution 30 Jerseys” will also absorb sweat faster than every before and is made from 60% recycled material.
The NBA and Adidas have introduced a brand new jersey: NBA.com
Order your “Revolution 30 Jerseys” from NBA Store today! [Kobe Bryant Revolution Swingman Home Jersey]
The Latest on the Lakers
Andrew Bynum is still under going rehab on his right knee and may miss the start of the regular season. Bynum is not allowed to be involved in any basketball activities, another set back in Bynum’s young NBA career. [Lakers.com BasketBlog]
The Lakers are entering the season as the favorites to winning the championship. Their nucleus is returning for another run, but this year they are teaming up with far better reserves. However, center Andrew Bynum will miss the entire pre season and the beginning of the regular season. Besides the Heat, Celtics and other top teams in the league, the Lakers biggest threat is the injury bug. [NBA.com]
The number one moment on Lakers.com Top ten moments of the 2009-2010 season is… winning a 16th NBA title. [Lakers.com]
Kobe Bryant may be the fifth most hated sports figure today, according to surveys, but no one can argue the fact that he is one of the most popular players in the world. A recent report stated that Kobe Bryant is the most popular player among NBA rookies. [LA Times]
The Latest on the NBA
The Sacramento Kings have made Beno Udrih their starting point guard for next year, which will put Tyreke Evans at the shooting guard position. [Slam Mag]
The Bulls have been a very busy team this off season. They have acquired all-star Carlos Boozer, and are looking to add all-star Carmelo Anthony. In order to (somewhat) improve their roster, the Bulls have signed Brian Scalabrine. [Slam Mag]
The Dallas Mavericks want to be a contender next season, and challenge the Lakers for the Western Conference crown; in fact, Mark Cuban has already started to talk trash. However, the Mavs have decided to cut down Dirk Nowitzki’s and Jason Kidd’s minutes. [Slam Mag]
Oklahoma City Thunder center Nenad Krstic underwent a surgery to repair a finger on his right hand. [ESPN.com]
The New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls top Carmelo Anthony’s wish list. [ESPN.com]
So much for the Lakers acquiring Erick Dampier, reports say that a deal with Miami is “imminent.” [Pro Basketball Talk]
The Charlotte Bobcats have invited Javaris Crittenton to their training camp, the same person involved in the gun incident with Gilbert Arenas. [Yahoo! Sports]
The Lakers “lost” Adam Morrison this off season, but the Wizards found something special in Morrison. They invited him to their training camp, and he accepted. [Yahoo! Sports]
Videos
The unveiling ceremony of the NBA “Revolution 30 Jersey” at the NBA Store on 5th Avenue in New York City.
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The inside scoop on the new jerseys.
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