Mitchell & Ness Toronto Raptors 2019 Finals Hug The Trophy Long Sleeve Tee White

The Raptors' original dinosaur identity has become one of the most recognizable designs from the NBA's 1990s expansion era. Mitchell & Ness frequently uses that heritage through its Hardwood Classics collection.

For the “Hug The Trophy” design, the original Raptors mascot is paired with the Larry O'Brien Trophy to connect the franchise's early visual identity with its greatest achievement: the 2019 NBA championship.

The combination is particularly effective because the Raptors weren't simply celebrating another title—the 2019 championship was the first in franchise history.

• Long-sleeve construction
  
• Crew neckline
  
• White base
  
• Screen-printed graphics
  
• Raptors dinosaur artwork
  
• Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy graphic
  
• NBA Finals detailing
  
• Mitchell & Ness Hardwood Classics branding

Mitchell & Ness lifestyle apparel generally uses a comfortable casual fit. This example is a size Small. Because older Mitchell & Ness apparel can vary by collection, actual garment measurements are the best reference for buyers concerned about precise sizing.

The white base makes the championship graphics the focal point. Pair it with denim, black pants, cargos or Raptors red/purple apparel. It's also an excellent companion piece for vintage Raptors sneakers, Vince Carter-era gear or other Mitchell & Ness Hardwood Classics pieces.

The “Hug The Trophy” design has stronger collector relevance than generic Raptors apparel because it connects Toronto's original dinosaur identity directly to the franchise's 2019 NBA championship.

The championship was the first in Raptors history, while the classic dinosaur has become increasingly associated with the team's early years and retro identity. Combining both elements gives this shirt crossover appeal to Raptors fans, NBA memorabilia collectors and fans of 1990s basketball aesthetics.