In contemporary times, alternate jerseys have surged in popularity across the NBA and in the realm of athletics as a whole. Every NBA team unites annually for a “City Edition” alternate uniform, which draws inspiration from various eras of the franchise and city.

The Los Angeles Lakers have amassed a number of genuinely iconic jerseys, including the Black Mamba edition designed by Kobe Bryant and worn to an unprecedented level of success en route to the 2020 NBA Championship.

The Lakers have now formally introduced the California Dream, their 2023-24 City Edition uniforms. Furthermore, it appears that every Lakers player, including LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Austin Reaves, is in agreement with the new appearance:

The Lakers disclosed that these uniforms symbolize the Los Angeles ambition and journey and were inspired by historic Lakers artwork. The jersey’s primary triangle pattern is a reference to the 1960s, when the Lakers initially relocated from Minneapolis to Los Angeles.The jersey trim’s redesign from purple to black is intended to symbolize the renowned California sunset. Additionally, the jersey numbers remain consistent with those worn by the Lakers from 1999 to 2017, a tenure during which they captured five NBA Championships.The shorts additionally bear symbolic significance, such as the ‘LAL’ logo situated in the middle of the belt line, which signifies not only the Los Angeles Lakers but also Leave a Legacy. The speed markings in the partial Los Angeles logo that appears elsewhere on the shorts represent the journey toward pursuing one’s dreams.On November 14, the Lakers will host the Memphis Grizzlies as part of the inaugural In-Season Tournament, marking the debut of these uniforms.