As face masks and coverings become more commonplace in every day life, fashion norms and practices are evolving. And those looking to support their favorite basketball team now have a new option to do so, with the NBA announcing on Friday that it has partnered with Fanatics to sell facemasks for all 30 NBA teams, as well as all 12 NBA teams.
The coverings, produced by sports apparel manufacturer FOCO, are available in both adult and youth sizes and have the option of being bought in a three-pack for $24.99 or a one-pack for $14.99. All masks are available on NBAStore.com and WNBAStore.com with all league proceeds going benefitting Feeding America in the U.S. and Second Harvest in Canada. FOCO will make an additional donation to both organizations.
The product launch comes two weeks after the Center for Disease Control’s recommended that the general public wear cloth face coverings to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
“As a global community, we can all play a role in reducing the impact of the coronavirus pandemic by following the CDC’s recommendation to cover our nose and mouth while in public,” Kathy Behrens, NBA President, Social Responsibility and Player Programs said in a statement. “Through this new product offering, NBA and WNBA fans can adhere to these guidelines while joining in the league’s efforts to aid those who have been directly affected by COVID-19.”