The collaboration between Louis Vuitton and the NBA introduces one of the most distinctive crossovers between fashion and sport: a collectible basketball that transforms court equipment into a luxury design object.

Created under the creative direction of Virgil Abloh, the piece is based on a full-size Wilson basketball wrapped in embossed leather featuring the iconic Louis Vuitton monogram. NBA and Louis Vuitton signatures appear on the surface, blending athletic functionality with high-end craftsmanship.

Its aesthetic nods to 1990s courtside culture, when basketball became a global spectacle through figures like Michael Jordan, Dennis Rodman, and Shaquille O’Neal. The result is an item that can either be displayed as a collectible or – for the bold – actually used in play.

Beyond its practical purpose, the project reflects a broader trend where the boundaries between sport culture and luxury fashion continue to blur, turning everyday objects into lifestyle and design statements.