Because it was released for the NBA's "Diamond" 75th anniversary, the jersey features unique embellishments not found on standard editions:
: A fractal, iridescent diamond-textured NBA logo is positioned on the back neck.
: The jersey includes a famous quote from legendary coach Red Auerbach: "The Boston Celtics are not a basketball team, they're a way of life" . Diamond Anniversary Accents Boston Celtics 21-22 Classic Jersey
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: The uniform's primary design work and cuts are inspired by the threads worn during the Celtics' first year in the Association. Because it was released for the NBA's "Diamond"
It is important to distinguish the from the City Edition released in the same season. While the Classic was a direct throwback to 1946, the City Edition was a "tapestry" of eras, incorporating:
: It features a clean, white-based design with a distinctive green shoulder-blocking and a shimmer-finish on the graphics, mirroring the tight-fitting shirts from the 1940s. : The uniform's primary design work and cuts
: The classic Nike Sportswear (Futura) logo on the left chest also features a diamond-inspired sheen, marking the first time this specific logo appeared on an NBA game jersey. Distinguishing from the 21–22 City Edition