Mumbai: The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Bhaane Pvt Ltd (Bhaane), India’s renowned contemporary clothing brand, today announced a multiyear collaboration for Bhaane to launch and operate NBAStore.in. The online store provides fans in India with the most comprehensive selection of official NBA merchandise ever available in the country.
Throughout the season, NBAStore will provide fans across India with a range of authentic NBA merchandise and memorabilia, including current and former player jerseys, apparel, headwear, performance and casual footwear, basketballs, accessories, and more from major brands such as Nike, New Era, Mitchell & Ness, Wilson and NBA Fanwear by Suditi. Fans who purchase merchandise from NBAStore.in will also be eligible to enter contests operated by Bhaane to win a range of prizes, including tickets to regular-season NBA games in the U.S. and NBA All-Star.
“We’re excited to work with Bhaane to launch NBAStore.in, which builds on our commitment to making basketball and the NBA more accessible to fans across India,” said NBA India Business Head of Global Partnerships and Media Sunny Malik. “The launch of our most comprehensive store dedicated to fans in India comes at a time when the e-commerce industry in India and interest in the NBA are both booming. Through this collaboration, the NBA is poised to tap into this growth and meet the growing demand for authentic merchandise and fanwear in the Indian market.”
“The NBA is one of the largest sports leagues globally, and we’re excited to collaborate with them on their official online store in India,” said Bhaane Founder & CEO Anand Ahuja. “This marks a significant milestone for Bhaane, allowing us to blend our distinctive fashion philosophy with the global appeal of the NBA. Through this platform, we aim to redefine the way fans connect with basketball and express their love for the game through cutting-edge and authentic products.”
The 2023-24 NBA season tipped off its broadcasts in India on Wednesday 25 Oct. Games will air live in India on Sports18-1, Sports18 Khel, JioCinema and NBA League Pass, the league’s premium live game subscription service available via the NBA App.
