August 4, 1983: Cavs Unveil New Logo🏀

OUT: wine & gold colors, “Cavaliers”

IN: burnt orange, white, royal blue “CAVS”

New team owners George & Gordon Gund introduce new logo, replacing swashbuckling Cavalier

Research shows 3/4 of fans already call them “Cavs”

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