Detroit Pistons’ statement uniforms have unique origin story
The Detroit Pistons unveiled their new statement uniforms yesterday, which got mixed reviews from fans, though most opinions seemed to be positive.
The uniforms are a complete departure from the traditional, which is something fans have been asking for, as things have gotten a little stale. The Pistons responded by unleashing the teal, which nearly caused a civil war among fans, and now with the statement uniforms, which are mostly getting positive reviews.
EXCLUSIVE: @TheAthleticNBA got the first look at the Pistons' 2022 Statement uniform. They were inspired by a voicemail rant left by diehard Pistons fan, Cochise Hardy, in 2020.
— James L. Edwards III (@JLEdwardsIII) September 7, 2022
"We need some dog-ass uniforms!"
Here's that story (sub for $1): https://t.co/9d2wq7CnKE pic.twitter.com/TIajXwg8bs
Apparently they did this photo shoot in the den of Wayne Manor, but that’s a different story.
These are not the uniforms designed by rapper Big Sean, so we can expect even more releases and arguments in the future.
The comments about the statement uniforms ranged from happy, to “meh” to pure disgust.
The new jerseys blow
— Joe Truck (@Joe_Truck) September 7, 2022
You can’t please everyone I suppose. I probably fall somewhere in the middle, as I like the colors, but the lettering and stripes remind me too much of recent Wizards’ jerseys and they are a little boring overall.
The origin story of these uniforms might be the most interesting thing about them, and show once again that the Detroit Pistons are actually listening to the fans.
Detroit Pistons new uniforms started with a fan voicemail
According to the Pistons’ Twitter page, the origins of these new uniforms started with a humble voicemail from a super fan who was ready for something different to go along with the rebuild:
Even a random voicemail from a fan can make a statement.
— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) September 7, 2022
Isn't that right, @PlanetMarsEnte1? pic.twitter.com/jUXyf4ZdqK
It appears the team took this message quite literally, as they gave this fan pretty much exactly what he asked for. The Pistons’ social media team has been much more interactive and responsive to fans over the last few seasons, and it is working, as they have fans engaged on Twitter, even if it just to argue over the colors of a jersey.
I’ve said many times that I don’t care if they wear potato sacks and Fez hats as long as they start winning soon, but I am happy that my favorite team actually takes the time to listen to fans and respond to their requests.
I am far more interested to see what the corresponding court is going to look like, as the Detroit Pistons will have matching courts for all of their new digs.
Like them or not, we are finally getting something new this season and fans should be happy about that.
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