I encountered the jumpscare that is the Celtics’ new ‘Specter’ jerseys

Writing for CelticsBlog, Sam LaFrance heavily criticizes the Boston Celtics' new "Specter" edition uniform. The Celtics are one of eight original NBA franchises assigned the new alternate design this season, alongside the Knicks, Pistons, Hawks, Lakers, Kings, 76ers, and Warriors. LaFrance strongly dislikes the Northern Lights-inspired aesthetic and small chest lettering, describing the concept as a misguided corporate attempt to tap into hypebeast fashion culture.

According to LaFrance, the Celtics will only wear the Specter uniforms three times this season, the league's required minimum. In contrast, the writer praises Boston's decision to bring back their green and yellow City Edition uniforms from the 2018-19 season, which the team is scheduled to wear 11 times starting in January 2027.