Josh Hart and Herb Jones share a strong bond as former teammates and friends, but that doesn’t mean Hart will pass up an opportunity to poke fun at Jones’ simple fashion sense. After Jones signed his $68 million contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans this summer, Hart couldn’t resist hopping on social media to clown him a little.
“Man stop being corny! Throw on some Dior and some ice,” Hart posted on X, teasing Jones about his famously plain wardrobe.
Jones, however, isn’t about to let millions change who he is. At Pelicans media day, the 25-year-old forward doubled down on his modest approach to style.
“Nothing changed. If my family is good, I’m cooI. I don’t really care about what anyone says about clothes, especially going to a basketball game. You’re putting your uniform on in 5 minutes in the locker room.”
That quote sums up Jones perfectly. Since entering the league in 2021, he’s been known for his no-nonsense attitude and workmanlike approach. While many NBA players embrace high fashion, jewelry, or flashy tunnel fits, Jones has kept things understated. And as far as he’s concerned, the money won’t change that.
On the court, though, Jones has been anything but plain. He averaged 10.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.3 assists last season while shooting 43.6% from the field. Though his offensive numbers don’t jump off the page, his calling card is defense.
In 2024, Jones made the NBA All-Defensive First Team, cementing his reputation as one of the league’s most versatile stoppers.
His ability to guard multiple positions makes him invaluable in today’s NBA, and that’s why New Orleans rewarded him with a three-year, $67 million extension that runs through 2030.
NBA culture has long celebrated players’ fashion choices from Russell Westbrook’s bold looks to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s runway-ready tunnel fits. Hart’s playful jab reflects how Jones stands out in the opposite way: no chains, no Dior, no spotlight.
But the exchange also highlights something deeper. In a league where financial windfalls often lead to lifestyle changes, Jones’ grounded approach is refreshing. For him, family and consistency come before appearances. His teammates know that, which makes Hart’s ribbing more affectionate than critical. It’s the type of locker-room humor that shows respect: you only tease the guys you genuinely like.
Still, Hart’s point isn’t entirely lost. With $68 million guaranteed, Jones could easily afford to upgrade his wardrobe if he wanted. Whether he takes Hart’s advice and adds some Dior to his closet remains to be seen.
For now, Herb Jones seems content being himself, the quiet star who guards the other team’s best player, does the dirty work, and saves the flash for his defense. If that means catching some friendly fire from Josh Hart along the way, he seems perfectly fine with it.
