The Pokémon Company is making waves with a groundbreaking collaboration with Overtime, blending the vibrant worlds of basketball and Pokémon. In a series of innovative partnerships over recent years, The Pokémon Company has engaged with various brands, from fashion icons like Levi’s to sneaker giants like Converse, allowing fans to showcase their favorite Pokémon in style. This latest venture, branded as one of the most distinctive collaborations yet, sees Pokémon stepping onto the court with a new line of jerseys and lifestyle apparel.
In this exciting partnership, all eight teams competing in the Overtime Elite (OTE) league will don custom-designed, Pokémon-themed jerseys throughout the annual playoffs. Iconic Pokémon characters such as Pikachu, Charizard, and Venusaur will represent different teams, adding a playful twist to the competitive atmosphere. The official unveiling of the jerseys will coincide with the commencement of the playoffs—termed the Pokémon Playoffs—on February 18. Fans eager to grab their favorite team’s gear can access the full collection starting February 27 at 9 AM ET via the official Overtime website. The collection will not only feature jerseys but also a variety of apparel including shorts, hoodies, activewear, and pajamas.
A Closer Look at the Pokémon Playoffs
OTE & Pokémon Join Forces for OTE’s Playoffs
OTE, a competitive basketball league tailored for youth aged 16-20, is at the forefront of player development. Each of its eight teams competes in matchups against one another and against external prep and high school teams, culminating in an exhilarating playoff season that kicks off this month. Notably, several alumni from OTE have advanced to prestigious collegiate basketball programs and even entered the NBA, including standout twins Amen and Ausar Thompson, alongside Rob Dillingham.
This year’s OTE playoffs are characterized by the Pokémon theme, where each team will not only sport custom jerseys but the OTE Arena will also feature Pokémon-inspired decorations and LED displays. As part of the celebration, popular Pokémon characters, such as Pikachu and Gengar, will make live appearances at the arena on Pokémon Day 2025. The playoffs are set to commence on February 18 and are expected to run through March.
Spotlight on Pokémon Selections
Featured Jerseys: Pikachu, Charizard, Venusaur
Every OTE team will embody a distinct Pokémon, showcasing a complementary color scheme and unique design elements to bring these characters to life. For example, the YNG Dreamerz feature Pikachu, enhanced with electric bolt accents on their jerseys, while the Blue Checks incorporate a breezy design with leaves signifying Venusaur and its notable Razor Leaf attack. The teams will also release matching warm-up shirts and hooded sweatshirts alongside these standout jerseys.
The following is the complete listing of teams paired with their respective Pokémon:
- City Reapers – Charizard
- YNG Dreamerz – Pikachu
- Fear of God Athletics – Darkrai
- RWE – Gengar
- JellyFam – Ditto
- Blue Checks – Venusaur
- Diamond Doves – Sableye
- Cold Heart – Blastoise
For further information or to view the collection, visit the official Overtime website.
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