CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue...
No, we aren’t talking about a wedding, but the phrase fits the uniforms the Cleveland Cavaliers will wear to celebrate their 55th season!
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms(Cleveland Cavaliers)
Something old: The Cavs will wear throwback uniforms synonymous with the mid-2000s era with the “return of the team’s classic alternate jersey” worn from 2003-10.
Something new: While the jersey design donned by Cavs legends like LeBron James, Žydrūnas Ilgauskas, Anderson Varejão, and Daniel “Booby” Gibson, is old... the players whose names will be stitched on the back this time are new.
Something borrowed: This look will be a one-year alternate uniform for the 2025-26 season, joining the Icon (wine), Association (white), Statement (black), and City Edition options.
Something blue: While you may have had this jersey design already hanging in your closet for two decades in white, wine, and navy... this year’s release will only come in navy blue.
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms(Cleveland Cavaliers)
THE INSPIRATION
“Classic Edition celebrates the Cavs rich heritage and visual identity during the mid-2000s era. The uniforms are an exact replica of the alternate jerseys worn by the team from 2003 to 2010, which, themselves, paid tribute to the “Miracle of Richfield” jerseys from the 1970s. Throughout the 2025-26 season, the team will also prominently highlight the 2006-07 season, when the Cavs made their first NBA Finals appearance."
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms(Cleveland Cavaliers)
THE UNIFORM DESIGN
“The look and feel of the Classic Edition uniform marks the return of the beloved deep navy blue, wine and gold colors and retro motifs while honoring the legacy of past legends and unforgettable Cavs moments. The result is a vibrant tribute that connects past and present for both longtime fans and a new generation.
The front of the jersey prominently showcases ‘CLEVELAND’ across the chest in white letters with a gold outline with the mid-2000s slanted branding. Framing ‘CLEVELAND,’ the famous Nike swoosh logo is positioned on the upper right chest with a Cleveland-Cliffs patch on the upper left. On the back of the jersey, the players’ numbers and names are written in white with a gold outline.
The shorts feature the iconic Cavs ‘C’ logo with the sword piercing, a nod to the team’s historical branding.
Both the jersey and shorts incorporate the legendary wine and gold striped trim, drawing inspiration from the striped pattern displayed on the Cavs ‘Miracle of Richfield’ uniforms."
These Classic Edition uniforms will make their debut (again) with an accompanying court design at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 5 with the Cavs take on the Philadelphia 76ers at Rocket Arena.
Speaking of the court...
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms(Cleveland Cavaliers)
HOME COURT ADVANTAGE
“The special Classic Edition court has been designed to accompany the team’s uniform during designated Classic Edition games throughout the season.
The Classic Edition home court incorporates design elements from the mid-2000s court. At halfcourt, the iconic ‘Cleveland Cavaliers’ logo with the wine basketball and sword is displayed, harkening back to the team’s historic branding.
‘Cleveland’ is featured on the left baseline, with ‘Cavaliers’ on the right baseline. The Cavaliers LET EM KNOW mantra is found on the west sideline. The Rocket Arena logo is displayed on either side of the halfcourt, along with the throwback Cavs ‘C’ flag logo, which is featured within the three-point arc. In addition, several other Cavaliers partners have prominent placement on the hardwood, including the logo of Cleveland-Cliffs on the left and right baselines, as well as TrustedSec on the east sideline."
Cavs fans can "turn back the clock and revisit the early 2000s" during nine home Cavs Classic Edition games:
Wednesday, Nov. 5 vs. Philadelphia 76ers
Saturday, Nov. 8 vs. Chicago Bulls
Wednesday, Nov. 19 vs. Houston Rockets
Sunday, Nov. 30 vs. Boston Celtics
Saturday, Dec. 6 vs. Golden State Warriors**
Friday, Jan. 2 vs. Denver Nuggets
Wednesday, Jan. 28 vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Sunday, March 8 vs. Boston Celtics
Friday, March 27 vs. Miami Heat
The Cavs will also wear the City Edition jersey during three away games this season:
Monday, Nov. 24 at Toronto Raptors
Thursday, Dec. 25 at New York Knicks
Wednesday, March 11 at Orlando Magic
In addition to the jersey and tickets, fans can get their hands on Classic Edition merch!
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season with retro Navy Blue Classic Edition merchandise
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season with retro Navy Blue Classic Edition merchandise(Cleveland Cavaliers)
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season with retro Navy Blue Classic Edition merchandise
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season with retro Navy Blue Classic Edition merchandise(Cleveland Cavaliers)
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season with retro Navy Blue Classic Edition merchandise
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season with retro Navy Blue Classic Edition merchandise(Cleveland Cavaliers)
THE FULL COLLECTION AT CENTER COURT
“Fans wanting to feel the nostalgia and rock their retro Cavs fandom will have the opportunity to shop the entire Classic Edition Collection at Center Court, the Cavs Official Team Shop. The collection will include t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, hats and jerseys that will be customizable courtesy of Avery Dennison’s Customization Station.
Fans can shop the collection in person at Center Court in Rocket Arena and at Pinecrest and online at Cavs.com/Shop."
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms, like...
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms, like what Daniel "Booby" Gibson wore(Cleveland Cavaliers)
MEET 2007 CAVS LEGENDS
“Throughout the 2025-26 season, fans can look forward to a number of experiences that elevate the nostalgia and bring back memories of the mid-2000s Cavs team. The first of many opportunities will take place on Wednesday, October 15 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Center Court at Pinecrest as Cavs Legend Daniel “Booby” Gibson visits the team shop to launch the Classic Edition uniform and collection. Fans will have the opportunity to take photos with Booby, get autographs and shop the Classic collection."
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms
Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate 55th season in retro Navy Blue Classic Edition Uniforms(Cleveland Cavaliers)
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