Banned Accessories in the NBA: From Shoes to Headbands

TLDRThis video explores the history of banned accessories in the NBA, including shoes, headbands, face masks, and more. From Michael Jordan's banned Air Jordans to the controversial stickum used by Dwight Howard, learn about the accessories that caused controversy and were eventually banned by the NBA.

Key insights

🚫The first ever Air Jordans were banned by the NBA because they did not match the Bulls' team colors.

💉J.R. Smith's Supreme tattoo was initially banned by the NBA, but he eventually covered it up to avoid fines.

🖊️Dwight Howard used stickum on his hands during a game, resulting in a ban from the NBA.

💇Iman Shumpert's Adidas logo shaved into his head was banned by the NBA for promoting a brand.

👓Dwyane Wade's tinted glasses were banned by the NBA for giving him an unfair advantage.

Q&A

Why were Michael Jordan's Air Jordans banned?

Air Jordans were banned because they did not match the Bulls' team colors, which violated NBA rules.

What was the controversy surrounding Dwight Howard's use of stickum?

Dwight Howard used stickum on his hands to improve his grip on the ball, which gave him an unfair advantage and violated NBA rules.

Why did the NBA ban Iman Shumpert's Adidas logo shaved into his head?

The NBA banned Iman Shumpert's shaved Adidas logo because it promoted a brand, which goes against NBA regulations.

What advantage did Dwyane Wade's tinted glasses give him?

Dwyane Wade's tinted glasses prevented defenders from seeing his eyes, making it difficult for them to anticipate his moves on the court.

Which banned accessory caused the most controversy?

The use of stickum by Dwight Howard caused significant controversy, as it was considered a form of cheating and gave him an unfair advantage.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to banned accessories in the NBA and their impact

01:10Michael Jordan's Air Jordans were banned due to team color violations

02:30J.R. Smith's Supreme tattoo was banned by the NBA

04:20Dwight Howard's use of stickum resulted in a ban

06:40Iman Shumpert's Adidas logo shaved into his head was banned

09:00Dwyane Wade's tinted glasses were banned for providing an unfair advantage

11:20Overview of other banned accessories, including shoes and clothing

12:40Conclusion and analysis of the impact of these bans on the NBA