Funky Fresh: Fashion at the 2009 NBA Draft

By (Contributor) on June 26, 2009

592 reads

4

Previous
1 of 9
Next
NEW YORK - JUNE 25:  NBA Commissioner David Stern poses for a photograph with the top prospects prior to the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees t

For the purpose of this article, let's pretend that stage is a runway.

All of the men pictured left looked great last night at the NBA Draft. This is certainly to be expected, as they knew they'd be on television during one of the most important moments of their lives.

Everyone has seen these players in uniform, so this was a great opportunity to see each man's sense of style. I've highlighted some of my favorite looks in this slide show. The awards are as follows:

I Am No. 1

NEW YORK - JUNE 25:  Blake Griffin looks on prior to the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, Us

Blake Griffin gets the award for "Dressing the Part." He not only shines as the No. 1 draft pick to the Los Angeles Clippers, but that purple really pops and makes him look ready for a night out...in Vegas.

I'm on a Boat

NEW YORK - JUNE 25: Second overall draft pick by the Memphis Grizzlies,  Hasheem Thabeet is congratulated by members of his entourage during the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User

Hasheem Thabeet was picked second by the Memphis Grizzlies. Though that suit isn't quite a nautical theme Pashmina afghan, it screams cool.

Most Original

NEW YORK - JUNE 25:  James Harden looks on prior to the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, Use

James Harden was the third pick of the night by the Oklahoma City Thunder. That bow tie was edgy, but it worked in a "notice me" kind of way.

Playing It Safe

NEW YORK - JUNE 25:  Fifth overall draft pick by the Minnesota Timberwolves,  Ricky Rubio makes his way to the stage during the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknow

Ricky Rubio, picked fifth by the Minnesota Timberwolves, didn't look bad, but he certainly didn't take any risks. He gets "Most Reserved."

Most Improved

NEW YORK - JUNE 25:   Thirteenth overall draft pick by the Indiana Pacers,  Tyler Hansbrough makes his way to the stage during the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly ack

Tyler Hansbrough, picked 13th by the Indiana Pacers. He finally strayed away from the black T-shirt under the black suit. He looks all the better for it.

Most Sophisticated

NEW YORK - JUNE 25:  NBA Commissioner David Stern poses for a photograph with the eleventh overall draft pick by the New Jersey Nets,  Terrence Williams during the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City.

Terrence Williams went 11th to the New Jersey Nets. The simple choice was very sleek.

Best All Around

NEW YORK - JUNE 25:  NBA Commissioner David Stern poses for a photograph with the seventh overall draft pick by the Golden State Warriors,  Stephen Curry during the 2009 NBA Draft at the Wamu Theatre at Madison Square Garden June 25, 2009 in New York City

Stephen Curry went seventh to the Golden State Warriors and looked very dapper. He also sounded great during his interview.

Begin Slideshow
Keep Reading
Flag
Props (0)
This article is

What is the duplicate article?

Why is this article offensive?

Where is this article plagiarized from?

Why is this article poorly edited?

Flag This Article
Crop_45x45
or to post a comment

4 Comments

There are no comments yet. Get the conversation started by leaving the first comment

Loading comments...
just now posted just now
  • Loading...
  • Nobody has liked this comment yet
Cancel

This comment and all replies have been deleted This comment has been deleted Undo delete

Advertising
NBA

Subscribe Now

We will never share your email address

Thanks for signing up.

5 Players That Rival All-Star Starters Hint: you can use arrow keys to navigate through this channel.