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The Brooklyn Nets will host a “Swamp Dragon” night on January 29 during the 2026-27 season.The team’s logo will be altered with green and purple to honor the Swamp Dragons theme.The New Jersey Nets nearly rebranded as the Swamp Dragons in 1995 before a co-owner reversed the decision.Swamp Dragons merchandise will be available for purchase at the promotional night game.<\/p>\n
The Brooklyn Nets<\/a> are offering a unique promotional night during the upcoming 2026-27 season, declaring January 29 as Swamp Dragon night. For the night, the Nets will sport their iconic logo with a twist, adding the Swamp Dragon colors of green and purple.<\/p>\n But who are the Swamp Dragons? And what connection do they have to the franchise?<\/p>\n Over 30 years ago, in 1995, the New Jersey Nets were considering a potential name change, rebranding to the Swamp Dragons. Although the new name, logo and team colors were set to pass a vote by the NBA’s board of governors, Nets co-owner David Gerstein changed his mind at the last minute, putting an end to the potential rebrand. According to<\/a> NBA insider Zach Lowe, there will be Swamp Dragons merchandise sold at the game; however, it has yet to be revealed whether or not the team will sport different uniforms for the occasion.<\/p>\n For more NBA content, check out the BasketBaltes podcast:<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@BasketBaltes\/videos<\/a><\/p>\n Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!<\/a><\/p>\n