The best watches we’ve seen in the NBA playoffs

When it comes to wearing watches that are unusual there are few occasions that rival the NBA Playoffs. Generally, whether on the sidelines or in the tunnel, you can expect to see a collection of wristwatches capable of impressing any collector, and this year’s playoffs certainly lived up to the bill.

In addition to sneakers and fashion in general, we are also having an interesting time for watches and the past two months of the basketball postseason in the United States have uncovered new and exciting timepiece models that are being loved by the mainstream or at least in part. We do. “mainstream” which includes Jimmy Butler, Jack Nicholson and anyone willing to spend $20,000 to sweat Lebron James, In the playoffs come those who can actually afford and get as much as the rest of us can crave.

We’ve gathered together our favorite timepieces from our gatherings of the year.

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Original build reigns supreme

While there’s nothing wrong with a few extra options, custom watches are on the verge of extinction. In fact, some former monarchs have abandoned the adaptation altogether. bustdown, a term referring to a luxury watch that has been disassembled and then encrusted and filled with diamonds or other precious stones. In contrast, the same rapper prefers Factory’s haute horlogerie models, which he himself considered plain jeans without diamonds. most striking example of quavo: Once photographed with the precious stone-studded Patek, Rolly, and AP, he publicly announced a new chapter in his career as a collector, preferring the “Plain Janes”: “This is a Lambo Take off the roof and devalue the car,” he told us last year. It was only fitting that he showed up for the third game of the final western conference

wearing a chronograph Audemars Piguet Royal Oak In frosted white gold, the $79,000 piece is limited to 200 pieces.

jimmy keeps up with the times

Speaking of limited editions, it’s important to keep the American basketball player in mind Jimmy Butler, Over the past two years, the star of Heat he specially wore tag Heuer as official brand ambassador, but her contract expired just in time for the playoff season and the coincidence allowed us to appreciate the full range of her tastes. Though we love to see Butler proud of himself livelihoodIt’s enlightening to know what he wears on his wrist when he’s free from the confines of a well-to-do partnership… so we’ve discovered he has a wonderful relationship with rolex ad

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In the press conference after the match Eastern Conference Finals me against Celticsbutler wore GMT Master II Gold ring studded with diamonds and sapphires. it is not clear that this is a rolex Limited edition or special order, but either way it would be nearly impossible to get hold of one without the consecration of a celebrity or top-tier sponsor. Obviously a basketball player has both powers. Before training for the final, he wore a one-off Rolex, specially made for high-profile clients and Rolex brand ambassadors. The piece in question was a platinum Daytona 2023 with an all-diamond dial and ice blue counters.

Even two years ago one could have guessed that with such a level of luxury, the Butler piece could come from none other than an aftermarket dealer.

Adrian DozmanianLongtime Heat fan and co-founder of vintage watch retailer very special Miami’s, let us emphatically state that Butler «is a man faithful to the 100% original creation. No aftermarket.” Even though he buys watches that are available at retail, there’s nothing prim about his collection. Douzmanian adds: “No one can claim a better assortment than Jimmy. “

Beyond Ice and Rainbow Bezels, Butler has a Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 With less flashy details, such as the Patek Philippe Grand complication. “It’s nice to see Patek splicing another chrono into the mix,” he says. perry dashis the co-founder of the popular Watch podcast wrist check, “It demonstrates an interest in recognizable haute horology that goes beyond the most famous showpiece. I imagine the rest of the collection looks like Jimmy’s house, a typical house in Miami».

Butler offers a training masterclass on how to have fun without being ridiculous. His timing is perfect. “It looks like the era of bustdown is behind,” says Dash. “Original construction reigns supreme.”

women know how to get noticed

The ladies showed some impressive pieces during the playoffs, especially during the matchup of lakers, on the sidelines of the match la-memphis April’s Kim Kardashian she was ringside among celebrities and wore a g shock, This certainly wasn’t any classic three-digit G-Shock. we are in the presence of Casio G-Shock X Bap DW-6900A unique watch designed by Yakub & Company and formerly owned Pharrell Williams, Kim bought it through Pharrell’s own Jupiter auction platform.

adeleWhose boyfriend is an NBA super agent rich paulappeared with a Bulgarian snake Double Gold Band. Paul has enriched his wrist with a Audemars Piguet Royal Oak QP Blue Ceramic in 2022.

An honorable mention also goes to the photographer renel mederano Cheering the Lakers Against the Golden State Warriors With a Vintage Clock Audemars Piguet Bamboosold by DouzmannianOf very special, “The best thing about the court picture was that it was full of jewels and the watch fit perfectly,” Douzmanian said. was on his left bad rabbitIn whose leather jacket there was no doubt hidden a stunning vintage ladies watch like her embedded Patek.

the best riches are hidden

You’re probably sick of talk of “hidden assets,” but it’s still worth noting the relatively few stylistic choices of successful people. basketball player set a great example denver nugget ish smith who usually wears a stack of rubber bands on his wrists, but has pulled Supreme X Northface G-Shock DW-6900 for the fifth game of the final. You can find this watch on the secondary market for less than $400.

Just like that, Steve Aoki

wore two smart devices courtside during Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals with WHOOP extension this is a apple watch, How much data does one person need? Answer: It doesn’t matter. Let Aoki sit in his Big Red Boots on the five-digit seats, counting his steps every time he gets up to grab more popcorn in the VIP lounge.

We are the patron saints of pitchside fans, Mr. Jack Nicholson, We don’t see Jack much these days, but apparently he hangs out there crypto.com arena When his favorite team reaches the playoffs. together son ray nicholsonwhose lowercase cartier panthere Reminding us that there is nothing more beautiful than wearing a “ladies” watch, Jack himself does what a real gentleman without financial problems does best: wear a watch. Timex EasyReader From $45.

This is his daily pattern, wherever he is. If you have to complain about your watch collection or lack thereof, take Jack as an example and remember that in the end, less is more.