Detail of ‘the valley’ jersey worn by Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns; NBA (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
The City Edition Jerseys have become a yearly tradition in the NBA. Teams (at least most teams) find a creative way to get fans to buy new jerseys. Going along with that tradition, for the third straight season, I will be ranking each design.
Creativity and meaning matter for a collector of jerseys. For reference, the previous articles can be found here (2019) and here (2020). In the 75th anniversary of the NBA, the City Edition jerseys brought about a historic flair. Where does your favorite team rank?
Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 30. Utah Jazz
These Utah Jazz jerseys are good-looking jerseys. The biggest issue is that they are one of two teams that decided not to update their jersey from the year prior. That puts them at the bottom of the list for me.
For the anniversary season, the organization has plenty of inspiration to draw from, including the beautiful 1990s kits. This is a missed opportunity.
Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 29. Phoenix Suns
Right ahead of the Utah Jazz are the Phoenix Suns. The Valley jerseys were one of the biggest hits of the previous season, making it all the way up to fourth in the rankings.
Making them part of the regular rotation makes sense. However, failing to do something new and creative is simply a disappointment.
Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 28. Oklahoma City Thunder
An all-white jersey was certainly a choice to make. Bringing back the vertical name from the alternate jersey in 2012 is a fun touch. They incorporated sound stripes from a 2017 jersey, which also brought to light that the city refers to itself as “Loud City.”
Finally, they added the tribal nation’s sash on the shorts from the 2018 jerseys. The history is cool, but the complete lack of color is a miss for me.
here (2019) and <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://hoopshabit.com/2020/12/04/nba-ranking-city-edition-jerseys/">here (2020). In the 75th anniversary of the NBA, the City Edition jerseys brought about a historic flair. Where does your favorite team rank?</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 30. Utah Jazz</h2>
<p>These Utah Jazz jerseys are good-looking jerseys. The biggest issue is that they are one of two teams that decided not to update their jersey from the year prior. That puts them at the bottom of the list for me.</p>
<p>For the anniversary season, the organization has plenty of inspiration to draw from, including the beautiful 1990s kits. This is a missed opportunity.</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 29. Phoenix Suns</h2>
<p>Right ahead of the Utah Jazz are the Phoenix Suns. The Valley jerseys were one of the biggest hits of the previous season, making it all the way up to fourth in the rankings.</p>
<p>Making them part of the regular rotation makes sense. However, failing to do something new and creative is simply a disappointment.</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 28. Oklahoma City Thunder</h2>
<p>An all-white jersey was certainly a choice to make. Bringing back the vertical name from the alternate jersey in 2012 is a fun touch. They incorporated sound stripes from a 2017 jersey, which also brought to light that the city refers to itself as “Loud City.”</p>
<p>Finally, they added the tribal nation’s sash on the shorts from the 2018 jerseys. The history is cool, but the complete lack of color is a miss for me.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 27. Boston Celtics</h2>
<p>Year after year, the Boston Celtics submit a uniform that unofficially comes across as them sitting out on the creative process. However, the white block on the back and the retro logo on the belt buckle are neat features.</p>
<p>The font and numbers are solid. Finally, they do not look ugly. That being said, they could also pass as a jersey from any other season, leading to a general malaise.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 26. Golden State Warriors</h2>
<p>From afar, the Golden State Warriors selected a boring jersey design. The details, however, add a spark that can too easily be missed. Adding lining that says “We Believe” is a fun nod to one of the most enjoyable first-round series in recent history.</p>
<p>The logo featuring a design replicating the roof from Oracle is a nod to their former home. Even the championship representation patch is a good kind of different. However, being plain overall takes this below some of the others. As does the corny water drop for the Splash Brothers.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/TheAthletic/status/1456058309333504006</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 25. New York Knicks</h2>
<p>Clean is not enough to get a jersey high on this list. The New York Knicks put together a squeaky-clean set and the black looks good. The patch representing Madison Square Garden is a nice touch, too. However, this is a tough grading class, and when compared to the rest of the group, this is where things fall.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/HardKnicksLife/status/1455192664505208834</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 24. Indiana Pacers</h2>
<p>In past seasons, the Indiana Pacers have found some interesting ideas to incorporate into their City Edition jerseys. The colors always look solid and the nods to their ABA history in the wordmark and titles are appreciated.</p>
<p>If the logo on the shorts was featured on the main jersey itself these would be higher. Instead, where other teams have indicated their NBA championships, the team chose to feature the words “Boom Baby”. So there’s that.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/1455207768059699205</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 23. Dallas Mavericks</h2>
<p>White jerseys usually take some extra features to look good. The green and blue piping go a long way. The retro script from the 1980s has always looked good as well.</p>
<p>Past seasons Mavericks white City Edition jerseys have felt like complete misses. That is not the case this season. They just happen to fall in a tougher year to grade and therefore are not able to break out of the bottom ten.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 22. New Orleans Pelicans</h2>
<p>Being boring with your jerseys is one of the few mistakes teams can make. The New Orleans Pelicans jerseys do not look bad at all. They are simple and basically, look like the normal white jerseys the team wears in any given season. Not looking bad is not a good enough reason for these jerseys to rise higher, though.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 21. Chicago Bulls</h2>
<p>In what is becoming a recurring theme, if the details in the shorts were used more prominently throughout the jersey itself these would be higher. The Chicago Bulls have made good use of the black and red pinstripes in the past.</p>
<p>Featuring them on the side panels of the shorts is a good choice. Admittedly, that was able to drag these kits up further than they should be. The rest is pretty forgettable.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 20. Cleveland Cavaliers</h2>
<p>This is the point where the quality of the jerseys makes a leap. The old-school Cleveland Cavaliers logo is a really cool throwback to a different time. These colors and the trim have always looked good, too.</p>
<p>Both logos on the shorts are cool, especially the 1994 image with remixed colors. Fans of the team should make the point of buying these because they truly celebrate the history of the team. It only goes up from here.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/cavs/status/1455558026790846464</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 19. Portland Trail Blazers</h2>
<p>If the Portland Trail Blazers did one thing right it was playing directly to this writer’s exact biases. Rip City is possibly my favorite moniker that any city in sports has adopted so it is a welcome addition to the jerseys.</p>
<p>Incorporating the eclectic style of historic coach Jack Ramsey is inspiring. However, the rest of the jerseys drop the creative ball and leave you wanting more.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 18. Miami Heat</h2>
<p>This concept is so creative and they could have really pulled it off in a myriad of ways. Finding ways to bring all the jerseys in the history of the team together is cool.</p>
<p>Going the extra step of allowing others to customize each unique sets the team apart as always. However, for my liking, there is far too much going on. As a big fan of all the vice looks, it is tough to get on board here completely.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/MiamiHEATstore/status/1455173925462319108</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 17. Washington Wizards</h2>
<p>The Washington Wizards have been in love with the red and blue stripes for quite some time. This season’s edition uses bright blue and red stripes reminiscent of the 1978 title team led by the current head coach, Wes Unseld Jr.’s, father.</p>
<p>The DMV logo is a unique addition, and while the gold trim may not be for everyone, it hits with me. Anything to remember the era of Gilbert Arenas, Caron Butler, and Antawn Jamison.</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 16. Orlando Magic</h2>
<p>Going back to orange has been something of a common occurrence when the Orlando Magic release their City Editions. The pinstripes have historically been the best look the team has used and having black as the background really makes them pop. The detail in this jersey is just impeccable. After last season’s white version missed a little, the Magic have bounced back.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/OrlandoMagic/status/1455634079672569858</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 15. Milwaukee Bucks</h2>
<p>As a perennial hater of the jerseys the Milwaukee Bucks have put out there, this season’s edition is a huge improvement. Purple is a color that just looks good on jerseys, and bringing it back from yesteryear was brilliant.</p>
<p>Both logos featured on the shorts remind fans of how different their logo looks now, and using the piping of the ensemble to incorporate all of the colors of recent history just looks good.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">The City Edition makes its on-court debut November 17th at <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/FiservForum?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>@FiservForum vs. LA.</p>
<p>— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/Bucks/status/1455176974431920138?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>November 1, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 14. San Antonio Spurs</h2>
<p>For the second season in a row, the San Antonio Spurs have distanced themselves from the ugly jerseys they used to attempt in order to pay homage to the armed forces.</p>
<p>The fiesta theme has always been the best look they ever had, and bringing it back whenever possible is the best choice they can make. The colors look so good together and provide a stark contrast to their normal uniforms.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">JUST IN: Spurs unveil next generation of their Fiesta-themed uniforms. These 2021-22 Nike NBA City Edition uniforms mix vintage and contemporary vibes to celebrate NBA’s 75th anniversary. <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/hashtag/KSATsports?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>#KSATsports</a> <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoSpursGo?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>#GoSpursGo</a> <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/hashtag/PorVida?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>#PorVida</a> <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://t.co/yYPs9ls995">pic.twitter.com/yYPs9ls995
<p>— RJ Marquez (@KSATRJ) <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/KSATRJ/status/1455175992281010177?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>November 1, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 13. Minnesota Timberwolves</h2>
<p>Unlike their tradition of on-court execution, the Minnesota Timberwolves rarely miss when it comes to City Edition jerseys. This year is no different. The colors of the original team look so clean with the modern updates.</p>
<p>Bringing back the logo that Kevin Garnett wore with that color scheme really shines. These were made for a young up-and-coming team to embrace.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/TWolvesNationCP/status/1455207414517563393</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 12. Philadelphia 76ers</h2>
<p>From here on out we are truly splitting hairs. The Philadelphia 76ers did an amazing job putting these jerseys together. The dark blue really makes the colors on the side paneling stand out without them having to monopolize the body of the jersey.</p>
<p>Paying homage to the Philadelphia Forum, an iconic sports arena, is a nice nod as well. Everything about these uniforms is a love letter to their storied history.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/JoshReynolds24/status/1455176754436317184</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 11. Brooklyn Nets</h2>
<p>Stunningly, harkening back to the time the Brooklyn Nets played in the much less cool New Jersey turned into a fantastic aesthetic choice. The blue and red crackle is markedly different from the myriad of black options the team has featured since their northern move. Putting the new “B” in the classic logo the team wore in the Finals in the early part of the century was a masterstroke.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/GQSports/status/1455181123458326536</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 10. Detroit Pistons</h2>
<p>Possibly my most biased choice given my fandom, allow me to defend having the Detroit Pistons jerseys so high. Fans of the organization have been clamoring for them to try something different.</p>
<p>The chrome jerseys of yore have never looked good and fans have either wanted the red of the “Goin to Work” teams or the teal of the 1990s brought back into the fold.</p>
<p>Both happened, though the latter was significantly more subtle than the former. The return of the horse logo and the lightning bolts are just icing on the cake.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Here are the <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pistons?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>#Pistons</a> City Edition jerseys for this season. </p>
<p>Don't mind the red, but burgundy was … so close. <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://t.co/eLrTYqJilW">pic.twitter.com/eLrTYqJilW
<p>— Rod Beard (@detnewsRodBeard) <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/detnewsRodBeard/status/1455182023887360010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>November 1, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
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<p class="wp-caption-text" style="width:3200px;">Gary Trent Jr #33 of the Toronto Raptors against the Indiana Pacers (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 9. Toronto Raptors</h2>
<p>Deciding where to rank the Toronto Raptors jerseys required weighing a few factors. The OVO colorway has been omnipresent since Drake has been with the organization.</p>
<p>It looked good a few years ago, but now it feels like it has been played out. However, the big dinosaur logo from the past cannot be featured enough, and therefore the Raptors still retain a high place on this list.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/NBACanada/status/1455183912993492999</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 8. Memphis Grizzlies</h2>
<p>Generally, the Memphis Grizzlies jerseys are simple and clean, not taking a ton of chances. The colors always look good together and the trim is a unique touch, but otherwise, the top half of the set is straightforward.</p>
<p>However, in a recurring theme, incorporating a 1990s logo can take you very far. The big bear from the Vancouver days looks impeccable in the Memphis colorway. The shorts (and warmups) truly carry these uniforms.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/GrizzOnBally/status/1455174781108723720</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 7. Sacramento Kings</h2>
<p>Something about the moniker “Sactown” still looks odd on a jersey. Not because some could construe it as euphemistic, but because as a traditionalist, the preference is to either have the city or team name on the jersey.</p>
<p>There are rare exceptions to this rule but that is not the case here. Otherwise, the jerseys are flawless. Paying homage to the fantastic teams of the early turn of the century is a nice thought. Black and purple have always worked, especially when the team is winning.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/deaaronfox_br/status/1455196819764518919</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 6. Denver Nuggets</h2>
<p>Every time the Denver Nuggets incorporate a rainbow into their kits it is going to be a hit. Showcasing the ABA and the Maxie Miner logo add even more flair to this beautiful jersey.</p>
<p>The traditional colors with the mountain tops and rainbow skyline are almost understated but absolutely stellar. These are jerseys more than worthy of the reigning MVP of the league.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/katywinge/status/1455181309081489418</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 5. Los Angeles Clippers</h2>
<p>After two years (and certainly one year too many), the LA Clippers have made a drastic change to their City Edition design, and it is a huge improvement. The font from the last decade is a refreshing return.</p>
<p>The pacific blue and orange are a stellar color combination and pay homage to the team’s previous stops in San Diego and Buffalo. Going further and including the Buffalo Braves logo on the belt buckle is the perfect finishing touch.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/LAClippers/status/1455956746673942532</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 4. Los Angeles Lakers</h2>
<p>Anytime the Los Angeles Lakers choose a primary color outside of the gold there is a little bit of consternation. However, this shade of purple truly resonates as always.</p>
<p>The baby blue from the Minneapolis days provides a beautiful contour. Simply put, these are fantastic. If the team got little else right during the offseason, selecting these for the anniversary year was a home run.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/GQSports/status/1455218024336723978</p>
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<p class="wp-caption-text" style="width:1600px;">Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks shoots as he battles Mike Conley #11 of the Utah Jazz (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)</p>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 3. Charlotte Hornets</h2>
<p>Regularly among the elite jerseys in the league, the Charlotte Hornets continue to hit home runs with their designs. Teal has always looked good on jerseys and the honeycomb feature makes it look even better.</p>
<p>Incorporating the multi-colored stripes from historical designs throws it off only slightly (keeping it from the top spot), but the 90s logo on the shorts helps offset that to some degree.</p>
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<p>— Ashley Stroehlein (@ashstro) <a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2021/11/05/nba-ranking-2021-2022-city-edition/"https://twitter.com/ashstro/status/1455176749428482051?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%22>November 1, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
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<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 2. Atlanta Hawks</h2>
<p>Goodness gracious, the Atlanta Hawks are great at creativity. The huge logo from (you guessed it) the 1990s is exquisite and looks impeccable on the yellow backdrop.</p>
<p>The old-school font for the nameplate is a clean look that compliments the gaudy logo. Adding the Hawk back into the 404-area code patch brings the entire kit full circle. These would be number one in any other year.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/ATLHawks/status/1456231502354829313</p>
<h2>Ranking all 30 2021-2022 NBA City Edition jerseys: 1. Houston Rockets</h2>
<p>In a rare moment of brilliance, the Houston Rockets absolutely nailed the City Edition jerseys this season. The pinstripe jerseys were an iconic look, and while the rocket logo did not return with them, they are too clean to be knocked down a notch.</p>
<p>The title-winning team font is similarly celebrated and looks impressive on the navy body. Using H-Town and the double-arch design on the shorts really hits. To cap off this list, the Houston Rockets did not miss.</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/CornetaRockets/status/1455180384581398529</p>
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