Michael Jordan defied NBA rules by wearing banned Air Jordans, leading to their immense popularity and financial success. Other banned accessories in the NBA include sticky substances like stickum, unauthorized logos on haircuts, tinted glasses for advantage, and even ninja headbands deemed a safety hazard.

The chapter discusses the controversy surrounding banned accessories in basketball, focusing on Michael Jordan's defiance of NBA rules by wearing banned Air Jordans and JR Smith's battle over his banned Supreme tattoo.

The chapter discusses the use of banned substances like stickum by athletes such as Dwight Howard in basketball and the consequences they faced. It also highlights the ban on unique player hairstyles like Iman Shumpert's Adidas logo shaved haircut in the NBA.

The NBA has a history of banning various fashion items worn by players, from baggy clothes to ninja headbands and even special shoes that gave players superhuman jumping abilities. These bans were often due to safety concerns, maintaining a professional image, or preventing unfair advantages.