Pacers honor ABA legacy with throwback jerseys this season

The Indiana Pacers will wear throwback ABA jerseys during the 2026-2027 season to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the merger between the ABA and the NBA. Former ABA stars Bob Netolicky and Darnell Hillman, who wore those jerseys in the 1970s, expressed their pride and the significance of being remembered as trailblazers in basketball. The initiative is part of a broader effort led by the Dropping Dimes Foundation to advocate for the recognition and support of former ABA players. Social media reactions have been largely positive regarding the jerseys, which resemble designs from the early 1970s. The Pacers aim to educate a new generation about the ABA's impact on the NBA's history.

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