After teasing a big announcement all week, the New Orleans Pelicans finally put an end to all the mystery today, revealing the return of Mardi Gras themed alternate uniforms.
Warning: There are sleeves.
PHOTOS: It was a carnival celebration today at @MardiGrasWorld for our uniform unveiling – http://t.co/s4BBHV5fYa pic.twitter.com/YPW0XjlxGC
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) September 17, 2015
Better look at the jerseys for the #Pelicans @PhilHecken @UniWatch pic.twitter.com/gg5Op8bMo8
— Andrew Lopez (@_Andrew_Lopez) September 17, 2015
While we may not be that excited about them (not a flattering combination of colors, if you ask us), the Pelicans really pulled out all the stops for this big ceremony. All the big players came out to model them: Anthony Davis, Ryan Anderson, Jrue Holiday, etc.
Oh, and you can’t say “Pelicans” and “Mardi Gras” without everyone’s favorite seasonal mascot making an appearance — KING CAKE BABY!!!!
Just look at this terrifying life force creep in the distance from a float:
Hey @midnight … Watch out. pic.twitter.com/eBUujWxxyQ
— Andrew Lopez (@_Andrew_Lopez) September 17, 2015
Pierre the Pelican was right next to King Cake Baby, trying with all its might to not stare into those eyes:
Want to avoid King Cake Baby? Avoid the Pelicans at all costs — this includes social media.
Wondering what our special announcement could be?
Tune in to http://t.co/4QdSbs2hH2 on Thursday at 1PM CST! pic.twitter.com/PbKkg36m65
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) September 14, 2015
