Opening Night Throw The Ball Up Philadelphia 76ers Long Sleeve Shirt

Celebrate Sixers Opening Night

This black long sleeve shirt displays “OPENING NIGHT | THROW THE BALL UP” with caricature-style Philadelphia 76ers players and the team mascot. It is designed for fans wanting to show support during the NBA season kickoff. The graphic captures the energy of the first game, making it a standout piece for any Sixers fan looking to wear their allegiance on their sleeve.

Design and Comfort Features

The design uses a black fabric base with a red, white, and blue graphic print that pops against the dark background. Caricature art style illustrations of key players and the mascot are arranged in rows, creating a vintage bootleg aesthetic popular in sports merchandise. Long sleeves make this shirt suitable for cooler stadium weather or casual wear around town. The soft material ensures comfort for all-day game day use, whether you are watching from the arena or your living room.

Product Specifications

Blank: Long Sleeve Shirt. Color: Black. Print Area: Large front graphic. Audience: Men and women (unisex fit). Theme: NBA Basketball / Philadelphia 76ers.

Is this shirt officially licensed by the NBA?

No, this is a fan-made design inspired by Philadelphia 76ers imagery and slogans. It features caricature-style artwork rather than official league logos. This approach allows for creative freedom while celebrating the team’s culture and history.

What does ‘Throw The Ball Up’ mean in this context?

‘Throw The Ball Up’ is a popular slogan associated with Philadelphia sports culture and basketball hype. It signifies excitement and readiness for the game, particularly fitting for opening night celebrations. Fans often use this phrase to express anticipation before tip-off.

Is this long sleeve shirt good for cold weather games?

Yes, the long sleeve cut provides extra warmth compared to standard tees. It is ideal for outdoor tailgating or indoor arenas with aggressive air conditioning during winter months. The added coverage helps keep you comfortable when temperatures drop.

Can I wash this shirt without damaging the print?

Machine wash cold inside out on gentle cycle. Tumble dry low or hang dry to preserve the vibrancy of the red, white, and blue graphic print. Proper care ensures the caricature details remain sharp and colorful through many wears.

Available styles (select at checkout)

This listing may offer multiple blanks under one design. Choose your style and size on the product page:

• Men’s / unisex T-shirt
• Women’s T-shirt
• Sweatshirt
• Hoodie
• Tank top
• V-neck
• Youth tee
• Toddler tee
• Tote bag

Not every store enables every option — only styles shown in the dropdown are available.

Material & print

Design is printed with durable DTG (or equivalent) methods suited to each blank. Fabric weight and brand can differ by style and color — the images and option labels describe what you are ordering.

Fit & sizing

Each blank has its own size chart in the gallery or size guide. Adult tees are typically true to size; youth and toddler follow kids charts; totes are one-size. Always check the chart for the style you select.

Care instructions

• Apparel: Machine wash cold, inside out; tumble dry low; do not iron on the print; no bleach
• Tote: Spot clean or gentle hand wash; air dry

Shipping & returns

Made to order per selected blank. Production time applies before shipping. Returns follow the store’s published policy for unused items in original condition.