WIND AND SEA Reunites With NBA and ‘Parappa the Rapper’ for Second Three-Way Collab
Fusing gaming nostalgia with basketball heritage across a lineup of apparel and accessories.
Summary
- WIND AND SEA partnered with the NBA and PaRappa the Rapper for a second collaboration
- The drop features ’90s NBA team colors on apparel and accessories, releasing on August 30, 2025
WIND AND SEA is reuniting with the NBA and PaRappa the Rapper its second triple collaboration. Building on the success of the previous release, this drop spotlights four 1990s basketball powerhouses – the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers – under the rallying theme “BEAT ON THE COURT.”
Central to the collection are original illustrations by PaRappa the Rapper‘s creator Rodney Greenblat, who infuses each piece with playful nods to the beloved rhythm-action game. Team emblems and color palettes are delightfully subverted as PaRappa and his friends dribble, dunk and strike animated poses, turning hoodies, jerseys and track jackets into vibrant tributes to both gaming nostalgia and NBA legacy.
Rounding out the capsule are T-shirts, sweatshirts, track pants, beanies and tote bags that blend heritage sports motifs with contemporary silhouettes. WIND AND SEA’s second collaborative drop with NBA and PaRappa the Rapper will be available to shop via the brand starting August 30 with prices ranging from ¥3,300 – ¥35,200 JPY (approx. $22 – $238 USD).
