Celebrate a cherished chapter of California basketball history with our San Diego Clippers commemorative t-shirt. This nostalgic tribute captures the essence of the NBA franchise during its six-season stint in San Diego from 1978 to 1984.
The San Diego Clippers began when the Buffalo Braves relocated to Southern California in 1978, bringing NBA basketball to San Diego for the first time. Playing their home games at the San Diego Sports Arena, the team quickly developed a following among local basketball enthusiasts. Despite featuring talented players like World B. Free, Bill Walton, and rookie Terry Cummings, the Clippers struggled to find consistent success on the court. After six seasons of financial challenges and disappointing attendance figures, owner Donald Sterling controversially moved the franchise to Los Angeles in 1984, where they remain today as the LA Clippers, bringing an end to San Diego's brief chapter as an NBA city.
Product Details:
- Printed on premium Gildan 5000 heavyweight tees
- 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton for durability and comfort
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Classic unisex fit suitable for all fans
- Available in sizes S-5XL to fit every body type
The front features the iconic San Diego Clippers logo with an intentionally distressed, cracked, vintage appearance, giving this shirt a retro vibe perfect for true basketball historians. The clean, blank back keeps the focus on the memorable team branding.
Each shirt is crafted using cutting-edge direct-to-garment printing technology for vibrant, durable graphics that won't crack or fade over time – ensuring your piece of basketball history stands the test of time.
Available in a wide variety of popular colors to match your personal style while showing your appreciation for this important chapter in California basketball history.
Commemorate a cherished piece of San Diego sports history – a brief but significant era when the city had its own NBA franchise before the team sailed north to Los Angeles.