1987-88 Clyde Drexler Portland Trail Blazers Game-Used Road Uniform

Clyde Drexler’s Iconic Game-Worn Jersey: A Piece of Basketball History

Introduction to a Legend

Clyde Drexler, a name synonymous with basketball excellence, is celebrated as a 10-time All-Star and a member of the NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. His illustrious career is further highlighted by his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame not once, but twice. Drexler’s legacy is immortalized with an NBA championship and the retirement of his No. 22 jersey by the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Jersey’s Unique Features

This remarkable piece of basketball memorabilia is a testament to Drexler’s storied career. The jersey, crafted with precision, features a “Sand-Knit” distributor’s tag on the front left tail, with a size “44” manufacturer’s tag below it. The materials tag with washing instructions is located on the right inseam. Across the chest, the word “blazers” is emblazoned, with the player number “22” prominently displayed on both the front and back. The player name, “DREXLER,” is elegantly stitched across the back, all in red on white tackle twill, sewn directly onto the black mesh jersey.

• Team-Instituted Changes: The jersey bears a team-instituted name and number change, with previous outlines still slightly visible, adding to its uniqueness.
• Shorts Details: The shorts feature a black strip tag with the player name, “Drexler,” in white chain-stitching, alongside a white swatch with the year “87” embroidered in black stitching.
• Exclusive Design: The “Sand-Knit” distributor’s tag reads, “Designed & Tailored Exclusively for the PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS.”
• Additional Tags: The shorts include a size “34” manufacturer’s tag, and white strip tags with “1-2” HR” and “1-2” LI” embroidered in black stitching.

Significance and Provenance

This uniform is not just a piece of fabric; it is a relic of basketball history, presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent use. The right thigh area of the shorts features a Portland Trail Blazers team logo patch in red and black stitching on white tackle twill, while the left thigh area proudly displays the official “NBA” logo embroidered. Such details underscore the jersey’s authenticity and its connection to Drexler’s legendary career.

Why This Jersey Matters

Owning this jersey is akin to possessing a fragment of basketball history. It represents not only Clyde Drexler’s remarkable achievements but also the rich heritage of the Portland Trail Blazers. This jersey is a must-have for any serious collector of sports memorabilia, offering a tangible connection to one of the sport’s most revered figures.

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* This text was generated from the original auction listing.