Philadelphia 76ers fans might be in for a nostalgic treat. Rumors are swirling about the potential return of a beloved Sixers jersey for the 2024-25 NBA season. While it’s not the iconic 2001 Allen Iverson-era throwback that many have clamored for, this rumored uniform is generating significant buzz: the City Edition uniforms that pay homage to the legendary Spectrum arena.
Adding fuel to the fire, Jeff Ament, the bassist from Pearl Jam, was spotted sporting what appears to be the new Sixers City Edition jersey during a recent performance at the Wells Fargo Center. This sighting has led many to believe that the team is indeed bringing back a version of their popular 2021-22 Spectrum-themed uniforms.
Yep, here we have it, folks. Jeff Ament from Pearl Jam rocked an authentic 2024/25 City Edition Tyrese Maxey jersey last night when they played Wells Fargo.
This is the rumoured white version of the 2021/22 City Edition jersey https://t.co/ScE25cZjbD pic.twitter.com/t6jMnigjs4
— It’s The Shorts (@itstheshorts) September 10, 2024
The leaked jersey design closely mirrors the 2021-22 City Edition uniforms, but with a fresh twist. The most noticeable change is the base color. Instead of the original dark navy blue, this iteration features a crisp white backdrop. Another variation is on the chest lettering and numbers. While the previous version maintained consistent fonts and colors for the “Sixers” and player number, this new design showcases a red “Sixers” team name contrasted with a blue player number.
Retaining a key element from the previous design, the side paneling is expected to return. This paneling, incorporating the colors of Philadelphia’s major sports teams – red (Phillies), orange (Flyers), green (Eagles), and blue (Sixers) – serves as a vibrant tribute to the city’s rich sports heritage.
While many fans continue to yearn for a revival of the ’01 Allen Iverson uniforms, the return of a Spectrum-inspired jersey is likely to be well-received. The 2021-22 City Edition uniforms were widely considered some of the best alternate jerseys the Sixers had released in recent years. Revisiting this design with subtle updates offers a balance of nostalgia and novelty, providing fans who missed out on the initial release a chance to own this unique piece of Sixers history.
Jersey mockup artist Casey Vitelli has created a high-resolution rendering of the rumored uniform, offering fans a detailed look at what might be hitting the courts soon.
Philadelphia 76ers | City Edition
A high quality look at the @sixers, potential, new “City Edition” that was leaked.
Thoughts? https://t.co/8LcTw3ZF9X pic.twitter.com/BfY0ETiO4F
— Casey Vitelli (@caseyvitelli) September 10, 2024
As the NBA season approaches, anticipation builds to see if these leaks translate into an official release. Fans and jersey collectors alike are eagerly awaiting confirmation of the Sixers’ new uniforms and whether the Spectrum City Edition will indeed make its highly anticipated comeback.
