Pacers unveil sharp new Nike jerseys that feature some dramatic changes

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Just like the NHL, the NBA has a new jersey sponsor as Nike is taking over.

Sacramento Kings sent out images of their new Nike uniforms complete with Nike logo and Blue Diamond sponsorship patch: pic.twitter.com/1mLXqfs2LZ
— Jeff Zillgitt (@JeffZillgitt) July 18, 2017

On Friday night, the Indiana Pacers unveiled their new Nike jerseys along with a new home court design and new alternate logo.

Introducing the new look of Pacers basketball.#WeGrowBasketballHere https://t.co/nq0ocBgCTb pic.twitter.com/hs431HC1gf
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) July 28, 2017

The Seal of Basketball in Indiana is a symbol of unity, bringing together all with a shared devotion to the game. #WeGrowBasketballHere pic.twitter.com/QeVWMwmizm
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) July 28, 2017

We are the Indiana Pacers and share that pride with everyone who loves this great state. https://t.co/nq0ocByehL pic.twitter.com/bEXYNvZodX
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) July 28, 2017

A new Pacers look with Nike innovation.#WeGrowBasketballHere pic.twitter.com/2caf1Hqeb7
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) July 28, 2017

The court. It's where players grow. It's where our values grow. And, ultimately, it's where the game grows. #WeGrowBasketballHere pic.twitter.com/MpTjaVV4Lj
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) July 28, 2017

The changes the team made to their uniforms are pretty drastic to say the least when you compare them to the uniforms they had been wearing since the 2005-06 season.

Plus, based on the team's jersey history, they've never had both "Indiana" and "Pacers" on their uniforms.

Sure, the changes will take some time for fans to get used to, but based on the response on social media, fans seem to be digging the new uniforms.

These are too clean
— Nicholas Brandt (@Nickswonderyear) July 28, 2017

WWWWWWW
— 🙏🏼MYL3S TURN3R🙏🏼 (@MylesTurnerHive) July 28, 2017

I LOVE IT.
— Brigette (@Brigette912) July 28, 2017

BORN READY W
— LuTzz (@LuTzzCW) July 28, 2017

I like the Pacers' new jersey. It's different.
— Braves! (ATL 47-51) (@primetime2832) July 28, 2017

Pacers New Jersey's are dope
— Bruhh Man (@AsAp_ryan_2) July 28, 2017

I love the new @Pacers jersey I can't wait to buy it
— Jose Gonzalez (@JoseGonpacer14) July 28, 2017

Fans also got a treat Friday night at the River West StreetFest as Pacers players were there to unveil the new jerseys.

The surprise guests at the River West StreetFest in their new unis. #WeGrowBasketballHere pic.twitter.com/qjZOeB3Yim
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) July 28, 2017

(H/T: Indiana Pacers)