The Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy has added an aura of excitement and authenticity to the NBA Store that opened on Wednesday at GH Mall in San Juan City.
Currently belonging to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the 15.5-pound sterling silver and vermeil cup that’s made with a 2- karat gold overlay is awarded annually by the National Basketball Association to the winner of the NBA Finals. It sits inside a plastic enclosure near the entrance of the newly opened store.
“It’s here for a limited time. It’s not everyday that we have the trophy in the Philippines,” said Patrick Giron, NBA Asia Merchandising Partnerships Director, who graced the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the shop with Sami Bo-ot, Titanomachy International Director – NBA Store Philippines.
The new outlet comes three years after the second NBA Store opened at the SM Megamall back in 2022.
“The fans can see it at the store. It will be here for at least two weeks,” added Giron.
With the trophy around, fans will know that the merchandise the store offers is official and genuine.
Operated by Titan, the new NBA Store in Metro Manila has a comprehensive selection of merchandise, which includes current and former player jerseys, fan apparel, headwear, footwear, basketballs, accessories and collectibles.
The merchandise have the logos of major brands like Nike, Mitchell & Ness, New Era and Wilson.
The opening attracted local ballers Isaac Go, Gian Mamuyac, Aljon Mariano and Von Pessumal.
The NBA Store will also carry NBA Philippines-branded apparel, including a special collection to commemorate the launch of the newest NBA Store in the country.
