Tattoos in the NBA through the years

1 Nov 2000: A view Cherokee Park #44 of the Washington Wizards tattoo on his lower…

1 Nov 2000: This is a view of Cherokee Park #44, the Washington Wizards tattoo that was placed on the lower leg of Cherokee Park during the Charlotte Hornets game at the Charlotte Coliseum. It was taken in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Wizards won 95-77 against the Hornets. NOTE TO USER – Allsport’s only rights in this Photograph are non-exclusive editorial rights. Allsport photos are not allowed to be used in any commercial or advertising. User acknowledges that it is aware that Allsport is an editorial sports agency and that NO RELEASES OF ANY TYPE ARE OBTAINED from the subjects contained in the photographs.Mandatory Credit: Craig Jones /Allsport

8 Nov 2000: A close-up of Cherokee Parks #44 of the Washington Wizards tattoo during…

8 Nov 2000: This close-up shows Cherokee Parks #44, a Washington Wizards tattoo, during the game against New Jersey Nets. The MCI Center, Washington, D.C. The Nets defeated them 102-86. NOTE TO THE USER: Allsport is offering a limited, non-exclusive license for this Photograph. Allsport photos are not allowed to be used in any commercial or advertising. Allsport is an editorial agency. The user acknowledges this and agrees to not make any releases from the subjects in the photos. Mandatory Credit: Doug Pensinger/Allsport

Philadelphia 76ers’ Allen Iverson dances down the court late in the fourth quarter during the team’s…

Allen Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers dances down court in the fourth quarter after the team beat the Milwaukee Bucks in game one. This took place 22 May 2001 at Philadelphia’s First Union Center. The game was won by the 76ers 93 to 85. AFP PHOTO/Tom MIHALEK Photo by TOM MIHALEK / AFP (Photo credit should say TOM MIHALEK/AFP via Getty Images).

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – DECEMBER 9: Forward Kenyon Martin #6 of the New Jersey Nets celebrates…

EAST RUTHERFORD NJ – DECEMBER 9: Forward Kenyon Martin #6 celebrates after a dunk with the Phoenix Suns in the game at Continental Airlines Arena, East Rutherford on December 9, 2002. The Nets won 106 to 93. NOTE TO USER – User agrees to accept the terms and conditions set forth in the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images).

LOS ANGELES – MARCH 3: A detail of a tattoo on Cherokee Parks #44 of the…

LOS ANGELES – MARCH 3: Detail of a tattoo on Cherokee Parks #4 of the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA match against the New Orleans Hornets, March 3, 2003, at Staples Center Los Angeles. The Hornets won 111 to108. NOTE TO USER: By downloading and/or utilizing this Photograph, User agrees to comply with the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images).

Chinese character tattoo on the calf of Phoenix Suns forward Shawn Marion during the game against…

Shawn Marion, Phoenix Suns forward was inked with a Chinese symbol on his calf at the Staples Center against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Jason Terry shows his tattoo off to fans during the Dallas Mavericks…

Jason Terry, Dallas Mavericks shooting center, displays his tattoo to fans during the Dallas Mavericks parade held at the American Airlines Center.

Phoenix, AZ, USA: Detailed view of the Nike shoes and Air Jordan tattoo on the leg…

Phoenix, AZ USA: A detailed view of Marcin Gortat, Phoenix Suns center, and the Air Jordan tattoo at his leg.

A detailed view of the tattoos on the arm of Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer…

Detail of the tattoos on Carlos Boozer’s arm during the second quarter of the Chicago Bulls game against Orlando Magic at Amway Center.

Details of tattoos on arm of Toronto Raptors center Lucas Nogueira (92) during Raptors Media Day…

Details of tattoos on the arm of Toronto Raptors centre Lucas Nogueira (92) during Raptors Media Day, The Real Sports Bar Toronto.

Detail view of tattoos for Atlanta Hawks center Pero Antic (6) during the Atlanta Hawks media…

Detail view of the tattoos on Pero Antic, Atlanta Hawks center, (6) at the Atlanta Hawks media conference at Philips Arena.

Detail view of tattoos for Atlanta Hawks center Pero Antic (6) during the Atlanta Hawks media…

Detail view of the tattoos on Pero Antic, Atlanta Hawks center, (6) at the Atlanta Hawks media conference at Philips Arena.

Detail view of tattoos for Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) during the Atlanta Hawks media…

Detail view of tattoos by Jeff Teague, Atlanta Hawks Guard (0), during the Atlanta Hawks Media Day at Philips Arena.

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) shows off his tattoo during the first quarter against the…

Andre Drummond (0, Detroit Pistons centre) shows off his tattoo at The Palace of Auburn Hills during the first quarter against Orlando Magic.

A detail of a tattoo of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kevin Porter Jr. (4) during the second…

Detail of Kevin Porter Jr.’s tattoo during the second half of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

A detail of the tattoos of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson (8) during the second half…

A close-up of Jordan Clarkson, a guard for Cleveland Cavaliers, during the second period at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

A detail of the tattoos of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson (8) during the second half…

Detail of Jordan Clarkson, the guard for Cleveland Cavaliers, during the second period at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

A detail of the tattoo of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson (8) during the second half…

Detail of Jordan Clarkson, Cleveland Cavaliers’ guard, tattooed during the second half of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Golden State Warriors guard Ky Bowman s tattoo on his right leg during the second half…

Golden State Warriors protect Ky Bowman’s right leg tattoo during the second half at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Oklahoma City won 120-92.

Detailed view of the tattoo on the left arm of Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis…

Detail view of Anthony Davis’ tattoo on his left arm as he warms-up before facing the Charlotte Hornets at Staples Center.

Detail of the tattoos of Detroit Pistons forward Markieff Morris (8) in the first half against…

Detail of Markieff, Detroit Pistons forward,’s tattoos (8) during the first half of the match against the Indiana Pacers at Little Caesars Arena.

Tattoo detail of Philadelphia 76ers forward Mike Scott before a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at…

Detail of Mike Scott’s tattoo before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Wells Fargo Center.

A detailed view of a tattoo on the left leg of Utah Jazz guard Nigel Williams-Goss…

Detail view of Nigel Williams Goss’s left leg tattoo before the game against the LA Clippers at Vivint Smart Home Arena.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Gary Trent Jr s tattoo on his arms during the second quarter…

The Portland Trail Blazers’ Gary Trent Jr. tattoo was placed on Gary Trent Jr.’s arms during the second quarter of the match against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena.

The tattoo arm of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Treveon Graham (12) during the second quarter of a…

Treveon Graham (12), Minnesota Timberwolves guard, is tattooed during the second half of a Wells Fargo Center game against Philadelphia 76ers.

Detail view of the tattoos on Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) during the second…

Detail view of Kelly Oubre Jr., Phoenix Suns forward, tattooed during the second quarter against Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.

A detail of the tattoos of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson (8) during the second half…

Detail of Jordan Clarkson’s tattoos, guarded by the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

A tattoo on the leg of New Orleans Pelicans center Jahlil Okafor (8) as seen before…

A tattoo on Jahlil OKafor, New Orleans Pelicans center, as seen prior to the game against Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.

A view of tattoos on the arm of New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (2) during…

During the third quarter, Lonzo Ball (2) was guarded by the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center.

Detailed view of the tattoo on Golden State Warriors center Willie Cauley-Stein (2) during the third…

Detail of Willie Cauley Stein’s tattoo on the Golden State Warriors centre (2), during the third period against the Milwaukee Bucks at Chase Center.

Detailed view of the tattoo on Golden State Warriors center Willie Cauley-Stein (2) during the third…

Detail of Willie Cauley Stein’s tattoo on the Golden State Warriors centre (2), during the third period against the Milwaukee Bucks at Chase Center.

Detailed view of the tattoo on Golden State Warriors guard Damion Lee (1) during the third…

A detailed view of the tattoo on Damion Lee (1), Golden State Warriors’ guard, during the third quarter at Chase Center.

Detailed view of the tattoo on Golden State Warriors guard Jacob Evans (10) during the third…

Detail view of Jacob Evans (10, Golden State Warriors Guard)’s tattoo during the third quarter at Chase Center.

Detailed view of the tattoo on Golden State Warriors guard Jacob Evans (10) during the third…

Detail view of Jacob Evans (10, Golden State Warriors Guard)’s tattoo during the third quarter at Chase Center.

A tattoo of Jimi Hendrix is shown on the leg of Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre…

During their match against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena, Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) has a tattoo of Jimi Hendrix on his leg.

Detailed view of the tattoos of Atlanta Hawks guard DeAndre’ Bembry (95) in the second half…

Detailed view of the tattoos of Atlanta Hawks guard DeAndre’ Bembry (95) in the second half of the game against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center.

A close-up of a tattoo on the arm of Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (20) as…

A close-up view of Markelle Fultz (20, Orlando Magic guard)’s tattoo on her arm. This was taken during the third quarter at Chase Center against the Golden State Warriors.

A close-up of tattoos on the arm of Golden State Warriors guard D’Angelo Russell (0) as…

Close-up of D’Angelo Russell’s tattoos on his arm, as seen during the third period against the Orlando Magic at Chase Center.

A detailed view of tattoos on the neck of Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (00) prior…

Detail of Jordan Clarkson’s tattoos on his neck (00) before he played against the Indiana Pacers at VivintSmart Home Arena.

The tattooed arm of Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma is seen as he warms up…

Kyle Kuzma’s tattooed arm is seen warming up at Wells Fargo Center before a game against Philadelphia 76ers.

A detail view of the tattoo on Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) leg honoring…

Detail view of LeBron James (23)’s tattoo on his leg, Los Angeles Lakers forward. This was before the game against Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.

A detail view of the tattoo on Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) leg honoring…

Detail view of LeBron James (23)’s tattoo on his leg, Los Angeles Lakers forward. This was before the game against Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) tattoo on his left leg during the first half against…

Jayson Tatum, forward for the Boston Celtics, got a tattoo on his left leg in the first half of the match against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena.

A detailed view of a tattoo on the left leg of Miami Heat guard Andre Iguodala…

A close-up view of the tattoo on Andre Iguodala (22), prior to the game against Utah Jazz at VivintSmartHome Arena.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 24: A man displays a Kobe and Gianna tattoo as fans…

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 24: A man displays a Kobe and Gianna tattoo as fans depart from the ‘Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant’ memorial service at the Staples Center on February 24, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Kobe Bryant, 41-year-old NBA star from Los Angeles Lakers, was killed with his 13-year old daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash on January 26. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images).

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 24: A man is hugged while he shows off a Kobe…

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 24: A man is hugged while he shows off a Kobe and Gianna tattoo as fans depart from the ‘Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant’ memorial service at the Staples Center on February 24, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Kobe Bryant, 41-year-old NBA star from Los Angeles Lakers, was killed with his 13-year old daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash on January 26. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images).

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – FEBRUARY 25: A view of Mike Scott’s #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers tattoos…

PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA – FEBRUARY 25: View of Mike Scott’s #1 Philadelphia 76ers tattoo during a game against Dallas Mavericks, Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on February 25, 2021. NOTE TO THE USER: The User agrees to comply with the Getty Images License Agreement by downloading, using, or displaying this photograph. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images).

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – MARCH 03: Tattoos on Jordan Clarkson #00 of the Utah Jazz are seen…

PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA MARCH 03: Jordan Clarkson #00 is tattooed in a Philadelphia 76ers game at Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on March 3, 2021. NOTE TO THE USER: The User agrees to comply with the Getty Images License Agreement by downloading, using, or displaying this photograph. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images).

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 06: A tattoo on the leg of Lamar Stevens #8 of the…

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 6: Lamar Stevens #8 of Cleveland Cavaliers has a tattoo on his left leg. The tattoo was taken against the Atlanta Hawks in the first half of State Farm Arena’s October 6, 2021 match. Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER – User agrees to accept the terms and conditions set forth in the Getty Images License Agreement by downloading, using, or displaying this photograph. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images).

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 01: The tattoo of Brandon Boston Jr. #4 of the LA…

LOS ANGELES (CALIFORNIA), DECEMBER 01: This is Terrence Clarke’s tattoo, Brandon Boston Jr. #4, during play against Sacramento Kings at Staples Centre on December 01/2021, Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER – By downloading and/or utilizing this Photograph, the user agrees to be bound by the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images).

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 21: A detail view of the “100%” tattoo on Udonis Haslem #40…

BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 21: This is a detail view of Udonis Haslem 40’s tattoo “100%”. It was seen prior to Game 3 of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals. The game took place at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts on May 21, 2022. NOTE TO USER – User agrees to accept the Getty Images License Agreement terms and conditions by downloading and/or utilizing this photograph. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images).

HENDERSON, NEVADA – OCTOBER 06: A tattoo on the leg of Shareef O’Neal #8 of G…

HENDERSON – OCTOBER 6: Shareef O’Neal #8 (G League Ignite) has a tattoo placed on his left leg. It depicts his father Shaquille O’Neal. The tattoo was displayed during an exhibition match at The Dollar Loan Center, Henderson, Nevada, on October 6, 2022. NOTE TO USER: By downloading or using this photograph, the User acknowledges and agrees to be bound by the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images

HENDERSON, NEVADA – NOVEMBER 30: Shareef O’Neal #8 of G League Ignite wears Nike shoes in…

HENDERSON (NEVADA) – NOVEMBER 30, Shareef O’Neal #8 from G League Ignite wore Nike shoes during the first quarter against the Stockton Kings at The Dollar Loan Center in Henderson, Nevada on November 30, 2022. Ignite was defeated 113 to 111 by the Kings. NOTE TO USER: By downloading or using this photograph, the User acknowledges and agrees to be bound by the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images).

New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes (10) tattoos during the second half against the Oklahoma City…

New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxsonhayes (10) tattoos during second half against Oklahoma City Thunder (Paycom Center). New Orleans won 128-125.

Sneaker detail and tattoos of New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes (10) in a game against…

Sneaker detail and tattoos by Jaxson Hayes (10), New Orleans Pelicans Center, during a match against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center.

A detailed view of a tattoo on the leg of Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams (4)…

A close-up view of a tattoo on Steven Adams, Memphis Grizzlies center (4)’s leg during the first period against Charlotte Hornets (Spectrum Center).

WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 09: A detail view of the tattoo on Jaxson Hayes #10 of…

WASHINGTON DC – JANUARY 9: Detail view of Jaxson Hayes #10’s tattoo against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC on January 9, 2023. NOTE TO THE USER: The User expressly agrees to the Getty Images License Agreement by downloading the photograph and/or using it. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images).

WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 11: A detail view of the tattoos on the right arm of…

WASHINGTON DC – JANUARY 11, 2018: Detail view of Kyle Kuzma #33’s tattoos on Kyle Kuzma’s right arm during the second period against the Chicago Bulls at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC, January 11, 2023. NOTE TO THE USER: The User explicitly acknowledges and consents that by downloading and/or using this photograph, he/she is agreeing to the terms of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images).

WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 11: A detail view of the tattoos on the right arm of…

WASHINGTON DC – JANUARY 11, 2018: Detail view of Kyle Kuzma #33’s tattoos on Kyle Kuzma’s right arm during the second period against the Chicago Bulls at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC, January 11, 2023. NOTE TO THE USER: The User expressly acknowledges that he/she has read and agreed to the Getty Images License Agreement by downloading, using, or using the photograph. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images).