The general public may not know it, but franchises, like the Wolves, must notify the NBA of the jerseys they plan to wear in each game, whether in the regular season or in the playoffs. This allows opponents to adapt depending on the choice of jersey of the receiving team. Another imperative set by the NBA: the ban on wearing “vintage” jerseys in the playoffs.
An instruction that the Wolves did not respect since Anthony Edwards and his teammates wore the so-called “Classic” outfit during Games 6 and 7 against the Nuggets. The Athletic reveals that the NBA has decided to grant an exemption to the Wolves during these playoffs. Result: Chris Finch's players will wear this outfit again for Games 1 and 2 at Target Center against the Mavericks.
On the other hand, the Wolves will return to their so-called “Association” outfit for Games 3 and 4 in Dallas. An outfit that is distinguished by the presence of blue on the shoulders, and that the team has worn since 2017.
For those who might see this as a form of superstition, you should know that the Wolves are undefeated with their “vintage” jersey this season in the playoffs: 4 wins – 0 losses.
