INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers unveiled new ABA 50th Anniversary Classic Edition uniforms and a custom court design at Gainbridge Fieldhouse Monday as part of a season-long celebration marking 50 years since the ABA-NBA merger.
Inspired by the team’s 1971-74 uniforms, the Classic Edition features the royal blue synonymous with the Pacers’ ABA era. Fans can visit Pacers.com/Classic for a first look at the commemorative merchandise collection.
Items go on sale at 10 a.m. Oct. 19. The Pacers Team Store, located at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The celebration includes a custom ABA-themed court that debuts Nov. 1 and remains in use throughout the season. The design honors the franchise’s ABA legacy with elements including the ABA trophy, the Pacers’ championship years and retired players. Plaid lanes on the court honor Bobby “Slick” Leonard, who led the team to three ABA championships and three ABA division titles. The team will announce additional ABA-themed game nights and merchandise as the season progresses.
