It’s no question: the NBA is the most stylish professional league in America.
Gone are the days of Jalen Rose’s red pinstripe suit. This year, players were more Mad Men than ever, with custom everything – custom suits, swagged out socks and pocket squares, all the way down to the laces. Literally.
Before they became draft picks, VIBE got Ben McLemore, CJ McCollum, Michael Carter-Williams and surprise no. 1 overall pick Anthony Bennet to pose for pics in their draft day best. Click through for a look at some serious style, like McLemore’s game-worn college jerseys sewn right into his suit lining!
Photo Credit: Maverick Inman
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Ben McLemore looked fresh to death, and will head to Sacramento to join the Kings.
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Check out McLemore’s game-worn Kansas jersey sewn into his suit. That’s how you know you’ve made it.
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Michael Carter-Williams brought his A-game, and the Syracuse product got a huge ovation when he went no. 11 overall to the 76ers, joining fellow draftee Nerlens Noel.
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Peep the monogrammed pocket square – MCW is FLY.
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CJ McCollum had a huge cheering section, and became the first player from Lehigh to be drafted in the NBA.
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CJ was relaxed and joking around in his hotel room, and will team with reigning Rookie of the Year Damian Lillard in Portland next year.
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Anthony Bennett asked if he should smile or not – then decided to flash his pearly whites. Makes sense, since he was the surprise no. 1 overall pick and will head to Cleveland to team with All-Star Kyrie Irving.
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Now THAT’S swag. Don’t talk till you’ve switched out your laces for pink ones.
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