From Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Russell Westbrook, the NBA’s most stylish stars

Posted by author December 28, 2024 NBA

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Athletes play a huge part in steering style trends, from magnifying sneaker hype to showcasing watches and jewellery.

And among the most stylish American athletes are those in the NBA. Fashion and the NBA have always had a unique relationship. From the days of Chuck Taylor-wearing Larry Bird, to the likes of Shaquille O’Neal and Michael Jordan pioneering the concept of pro-model signature shoes, looking the part as an NBA star can matter as much as the game itself.

A pair of Nike Air Ship basketball shoes worn by Michael Jordan in his rookie NBA season in 1984 sold for nearly US$1.5 million at auction in October 2021, at Sotheby’s in Las Vegas. Photo: Sotheby’s

Today’s players take a creative approach to style with their game-day looks and at postgame interviews. These stylish ballers are not only bringing another element of interest to the league but are influencing trends with the way they dress, and in some cases, leading trends by working with designers and luxury brands.

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker. Photo: @dbooknations/Instagram

Here, we look at five of the most stylish players in the NBA and how their style impacts what could end up in your wardrobe.

1. Devin Booker

Devin Booker wears a white suit with brown trainers. Photo: @dbooknations/Instagram

The Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker has appeared as many times in the tabloids as he has on the basketball court over the past couple of years. That’s thanks to his previous relationship with influencer, model and business mogul Kendall Jenner. Perhaps Jenner’s affinity for fashion helped inspire Booker’s fashion journey. But one thing is for certain: his sneaker collection began long before he started dating Jenner.

Devin Booker, wearing an open tan shirt and black trousers, with then-girlfriend Kendall Jenner, in September 2021. Photo: @leaguefits/Instagram

Booker’s connection to the fashion world goes well beyond his affinity for trainers. His Instagram, documenting his glamorous life on and off the court, has amassed 5.7 million followers.

Sneakers autographed by Kobe Bryant and dedicated to Devin Booker, as shared by Booker on his Instagram in March 2016. Photo: @dbook/Instagram

He recently joined the ranks of Nike ambassadors and launched his signature shoe, the Nike Book 1. Earlier this year, Booker hid signed shoes around Indianapolis during the NBA All-Star weekend for fans to find.