The Los Angeles Lakers and pop superstar Billie Eilish are collaborating on a brand-new project that combines music, fashion and basketball.
The Lakers’ official Instagram account announced the news Tuesday with a post showing Eilish and other Lakers players flexing the customized apparel.
“Billie X Lake Show ⭐️ The Billie Eilish league collection is available now,” they captioned.
The announcement marks a major moment for the Lakers as they become one of the featured teams in Eilish’s latest collaboration with Mitchell & Ness, the heritage sportswear company known for its vintage-inspired apparel.
The collection, officially titled the Billie Eilish x Mitchell & Ness NBA League Collection, includes limited-edition snapback hats for 17 NBA teams, including the Lakers, Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks and Golden State Warriors. Each hat features custom patches designed by Eilish herself.
Each hat from the collection retails for $60 and is available through Complex Shop and Mitchell & Ness. The hats are designed with what Eilish describes as an “OG Fit.”
The Lakers edition stands out with its purple and gold color scheme, team logo patches and Eilish’s name embroidered on the side. Known for her love of baggy jerseys, sneakers, and sporty streetwear, Eilish has often been spotted courtside at NBA games and has worn various team jerseys on stage during her concerts.
Lakers’ Moment Before Tip-Off
The Lakers’ participation in this collaboration comes at an interesting time for the franchise. With LeBron James recovering from a nerve irritation in his glute, the team is being cautious as the NBA preseason continues.
New head coach JJ Redick said the Lakers are taking a “long-game” approach to make sure the 40-year-old superstar is ready for Opening Night on October 21, when Los Angeles hosts the Golden State Warriors.
The Lakers are using the preseason to give minutes to younger players while fine-tuning chemistry with Luka Doncic, who signed a contract extension this offseason. The pairing of Doncic and James, even for one more season, remains one of the biggest storylines heading into the year.
The Eilish collaboration, then, offers the team a softer, off-court spotlight, a creative crossover that keeps Lakers fans engaged as they await the start of competitive play.