• Loading stock data...
Monday, September 22, 2025

NBA Finals Logos Added (Digitally) to Court After Backlash

After there was a lot of backlash for the lack of pageantry during the NBA Finals, logos for the Finals and the Larry O’Brien Trophy were digitally imposed on the court in Game 2.

Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

The NBA heard the complaints loud and clear.

After Front Office Sports and several other outlets and personalities lamented the lack of pageantry in the NBA Finals, including a court that did not include painted logos for the Finals or the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy, the long-missing logos have alternated as being digitally imposed on the floor in Game 2. 

Previously, the NBA had decals for the Finals and the Larry O’Brien Trophy on the court, but it removed them more than a decade ago, citing player safety. While there was about a week to get prepared this year, it’s often the case that there’s too short a turnaround for paint to dry on the court before the Finals begin. 

At an NBA Cares charity event in Oklahoma City this week, league commissioner Adam Silver admitted that he missed the trophy being on the court in the Finals. 

“Maybe there’s a way around it,” Silver said, as covered by The Athletic. “To be honest, I hadn’t thought all that much about it until I [saw] it [on social media]. I’m nostalgic, as well, for certain things. And also, I think for a media-driven culture, whether it’s people watching live or seeing those images on social media, it’s nice when you’re looking back on highlights and they stand out because you see that trophy logo or some other indication that it’s a special event. So, we’ll look at it.”

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

Bruce Pearl
breaking

Bruce Pearl Retires as Auburn Coach in Preseason Shocker

Pearl had long been rumored to be interested in politics.
Sep 20, 2025; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Syracuse Orange running back Will Nixon (24) scores a touchdown agains the Clemson Tigers during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard/GREENVILLE NEWS

ACC Fines Syracuse $25,000 for Faking Injuries Against Clemson

The ACC cited one instance in particular during the fourth quarter.
Sep 11, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of Amazon Prime Thursday Night Football signage prior to the game between the Washington Commanders and Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.

Amazon Keeps Pouring Gasoline on Its Sports Strategy

Sports media rights are an area of massive investment for the company.

SEC Officiating Error Latest Misstep in Rough Season for CFB Referees

Oklahoma used an illegal hideout tactic against Auburn.

Featured Today

Cheryl Reeve

How Cheryl Reeve Turned the Lynx Into the WNBA Gold Standard

Reeve has Minnesota six wins away from an unprecedented fifth WNBA title.
Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar (6) during a college football game between Tennessee and Georgia at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Sept. 13, 2025.
September 20, 2025

How Schools Are Skirting the New Salary Cap in College Sports

In the House settlement era, schools race to secure deals for players.
Adriunna Brown
September 18, 2025

Business Is Booming for WNBA’s Top Beauty Pros

A network of stylists is shaping how players look, feel, and perform.
Premier Lacrosse League
September 14, 2025

‘The Circus Is Coming to Town’: Why Upstart Leagues Start on Tour

In their ambitious plans, a traveling schedule is only temporary.

Dodgers First MLB Team to Draw 4 Million Fans Since 2008

The league’s perennial attendance leader surpasses 4 million at Dodger Stadium.
September 21, 2025

LPGA Scraps Rain-Soaked Arkansas Event, Prize Money Reduced to $2M

Excessive rain resulted in this weekend’s tournament course being unplayable.
September 22, 2025

Christian Horner Could Return to F1 in 2026 After $100M Red Bull..

The team announced his official exit on Monday.
Sponsored

How World Series Champ Dexter Fowler Became a Premier League Team Owner

Dexter Fowler discusses navigating retirement and embracing new roles as an owner & investor.
September 21, 2025

A’ja Wilson’s Record 4th MVP Sets Stage for Free Agency, CBA Standoff

Wilson receives a $15,450 bonus for winning the award.
Michael Johnson
exclusive
September 19, 2025

Embattled Grand Slam Track Hires British Law Firm

The league hasn’t paid athletes millions of dollars it owes them.
September 18, 2025

Ryder Cup: Secret Service Key to Smooth Trump Attendance

Trump’s attendance at the US Open delayed the men’s final.
Marina Mabrey
September 17, 2025

Adam Silver Defends WNBA Involvement in Sun Sale

Silver discussed the deal at Tuned In.