Ranking the 10 best NBA player signature logos

Michael Jordan’s Jumpman logo has to be the most iconic logo of all time. Although it has some controversial history on how Nike thought of it, the Jumpman logo was simple. Yet, it managed to capture Jordan’s impact in the NBA as a high flyer that changed the game forever.

There was none quite like Jordan who mastered the ability to hang in the air. It’s also one of the major reasons why Jordan is the GOAT of basketball.

2. LeBron James

Regarded as The King, the crown easily depicts LeBron James. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer and four-time NBA champion is also considered by many as the best basketball player in the world. To make matters more interesting, James’ logo also shows his initials to go along with a crown within a crown. The simplicity and beauty combined was just a creative masterpiece.

3. Kevin Durant

It’s not exactly the flashiest logo. However, by just looking at the logo, one can already tell who it belongs to. With his initials expressed as bright as day, everyone regarded Kevin Durant as KD. Considered to be one of the best basketball players of all time, all Durant needs are his initials, as he lets his game do more of the talking.

4. Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic is the reigning three-time NBA MVP. With his game impacting the league so much, it isn’t surprising that 361 Degrees just had to sign him to a sneaker deal. As a result, this paved the way for a nice logo for The Joker.

With the logo featuring jester features, it’s an easy nod to his nickname. Moreover, the nice addition of his jersey number is easily the cherry on top.

5. Kobe Bryant

On the surface, any casual would be confused to see this logo. However, basketball fans recognize this iconic logo, which is a nod to the late Kobe Bryant. Widely known as The Sheath, it isn’t exactly flashy on the surface.

But Bryant explained the meaning behind it with the sword as the raw talent. On the other hand, the Sheath is the shell, which is the perseverance and dedication being put in. The meaning behind the logo is something that Bryant surely epitomized.

6. Derrick Rose

Recorded in the history books as the youngest NBA MVP, Derrick Rose was special during his prime. A part of his iconic run was his signature logo.

With many people calling him D-Rose, it was only fitting that adidas made this logo with his first initial integrated into a rose. It’s safe to say he truly blossomed into a superstar, which brought the Windy City plenty of excitement after Michael Jordan’s era.

7. Chris Paul

Not a lot of logo initials have been done as nicely as for Chris Paul. While it only displays his initials literally, the placement and font were just too perfect. In fact, it’s enough to give a nod to the Point God without doing too much. When some people say some things need to be kept simple, this logo easily manifests that statement.

8. Donovan Mitchell

With Donovan Mitchell dunking on just about everybody, everyone started calling him Spida Mitchell. As a result, like a Spiderman, adidas launched a logo just for Mitchell, which is similar to Spiderman’s but with a basketball as its body. It has great structure while also simple enough to stand out on any of Mitchell’s merchandise.

9. Kyrie Irving

After his ugly breakup with Nike, due to his anti-Semitic actions, Kyrie Irving signed a shoe deal with Chinese shoe brand Anta. This also paved the way for a new signature logo. His latest logo is a nod to the letter K for Kyrie, but in mirroring fashion, which reportedly signifies knowing and being at peace with oneself.

Furthermore, the four peaks on top symbolize speed, focus, and agility. It can be described as neat and simple at least. But more importantly, it seems to also give reference to Irving’s philosophy.

10. Shaquille O’Neal

Shaquille O’Neal’s dominance was imprinted in the NBA history books. As an unstoppable force in the paint, the Big Diesel wasn’t afraid on just about dunking the rims until they break. Symbolizing brute strength and power, it isn’t surprising that his signature dunk takes up his logo. O’Neal’s signature two-handed dunk was simple yet easily showed who the logo belonged to.