- adidas announces a new long-term partnership with the German Basketball Federation (DBB), showing its continued investment in German basketball and the sport’s future on and off the court.
- As part of the agreement, adidas becomes the official apparel and footwear partner of all 23 national teams, outfitting all men’s and women’s national teams, youth programs, and both 5-on-5 and 3x3 disciplines.
- Franz and Moritz Wagner, as well as Satou and Nyara Sabally - the most successful sibling duos in German basketball – will represent adidas both with the national team and in their respective U.S. professional leagues, the NBA and WNBA.
Today, adidas and the German Basketball Federation (DBB) announce a long-term outfitting partnership beginning in 2026. The agreement covers all 23 national teams across both 5-on-5 and 3x3 disciplines, including men’s and women’s teams as well as all youth national teams. As part of adidas’ role as the general outfitter of the German Disabled Sports Federation (DBS), the partnership also includes the five national wheelchair basketball teams.
“The reigning world and European champions in the men’s game, the women’s team ahead of the World Cup in Berlin, and the Three Stripes - what an incredible combination! We are very excited to welcome adidas, a true global player, as our official outfitter. adidas stands for outstanding quality, innovation, expertise, and attractive style - exactly what our national teams represent and embody. This is a fantastic foundation for the start of our collaboration, which we will shape together in a dynamic and successful way,” said DBB President Ingo Weiss.
To mark the launch of the partnership, the two partners are also unveiling the new DBB jerseys.
The home jersey comes in classic white, featuring a black piped V-neck collar and armholes. Along the sides, the iconic Three Stripes appear in the national colors black, red, and gold. On the chest of the home jersey are the “Deutschland” lettering, the federal eagle, and the adidas logo. The white fabric is accented with fine pinstripes, inspired by the DFB anniversary jersey released in March 2025 to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the German Football Association.
The away jersey is anthracite, featuring a pattern of black dots inspired by the textured surface of a basketball. The V-neck and armhole piping are finished in red, while the Three Stripes on the sides appear in gold. The kits will make their on-court debut during the men’s World Cup qualifying games against Croatia on February 26 (away) and March 1 (home) in Bonn.
With the DBB partnership and the inclusion of the national wheelchair basketball teams, adidas continues to expand its presence in German basketball. Franz and Moritz Wagner, as well as Satou and Nyara Sabally - the most successful sibling duos in German basketball - represent the Three Stripes both with the national team and in their respective U.S. professional leagues, the NBA and WNBA. Additional brand ambassadors include European champion Andreas Obst, 3x3 Olympic gold medalist Marie Reichert, as well as Emily Bessoir and Frieda Bühner.
Marina Moguš, Managing Director of adidas Central Europe, said: “The men’s national team’s European Championship title in September electrified all of Germany. We’re carrying that exact energy into our partnership with the DBB. We are incredibly proud to now be part of this powerful basketball moment in Germany and, together with the DBB, we want to show that basketball is a culture that goes far beyond the game itself.”
Notes to editors:
adidas Basketball has officially signed brothers Franz and Moritz Wagner to its global roster of elite athletes on December 15, 2025. Born and raised in Berlin, the Orlando Magic standouts join the Three Stripes ahead of returning to compete on home soil during the Berlin NBA Games in January. Together, the Wagner brothers played pivotal roles in guiding the German Men’s National Team to its first-ever FIBA World Cup title in 2023, marking a defining moment for German basketball on the global stage.
Franz Wagner, a 6’10 forward and one of the NBA’s rising stars, has built his reputation on smooth scoring, and impactful two-way play. In just a few seasons, he’s become a cornerstone for the Orlando Magic. His brother, Moritz Wagner, a 6’11 center/forward and key piece of the Magic’s frontcourt, has carved out his own lane as a skilled, floor-spacing big known for his energy, toughness, and personality both on and off the court.
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