28 NBA Coloring Pages
Get ready to shoot some hoops with this awesome collection of NBA coloring pages that are all free to print and download as PDFs! Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or just love the fast-paced action of the game, these printable coloring sheets bring your favorite NBA stars, teams, and slam-dunking action to life right at your fingertips.
This lineup includes everything from high-flying dunks and dramatic game moments to team logos and superstar player poses. From LeBron James powering through defenders to Steph Curry sinking three-pointers, these coloring pages are perfect for kids, teens, and even adults who want to rep their favorite teams and players with color and creativity. You’ll even find fun mascots, courtside action, and iconic jersey styles—ready for your artistic touch.
How to Download and Print These NBA Coloring Sheets
To get started, simply click on any of the images or links below. A new tab will open with a high-resolution PDF coloring sheet ready to go. You can print it directly from your browser or download it to your computer or tablet to color digitally.
Each of these printable coloring pages is sized to standard US letter paper (8.5″ x 11″), but they’ll also print perfectly on A4 size if you’re outside the United States. No special tools or signups needed—just click, print, and color away!
Fun Things To Do With Your NBA Coloring Pages
If you’re looking for fun and creative ways to use your NBA coloring sheets, we’ve got you covered. Below are some exciting ideas to turn your finished artwork into crafts, gifts, and games that kids will love.
1. DIY NBA Trading Cards
Cut out small player poses or team logos from your coloring pages and glue them onto index cards. Once colored, you can laminate them or cover them with clear tape to make your own custom NBA trading cards. Kids can even write down stats or fun facts on the back to swap with friends.
2. Build a Mini NBA Poster Wall
Pick a few of your favorite NBA printable coloring pages and tape them together to make a mural. Kids can choose their favorite teams or create a “dream team” collage. Add team names, player numbers, and slogans to make the poster unique. Hang it in their room or on the classroom wall.
3. Make a Basketball-Themed Puzzle
Once your coloring page is complete, glue it onto a piece of thin cardboard or cardstock. Cut it into puzzle pieces using scissors. Now you have a custom NBA puzzle to play with again and again. Great for indoor play or as a party activity.
4. Create Your Own NBA Jersey Design
Use player coloring pages or blank outlines to design your own team jersey. Color it in your favorite colors and even add your name and number. You can laminate it and attach it to a popsicle stick to hold up at games or play pretend with friends.
5. Personalized NBA Fan Flags
Turn your favorite NBA coloring sheets into mini flags. After coloring, tape the edge of the page around a pencil or straw to make a flagpole. Use these to cheer for your team during games, or make a whole set for different teams during NBA playoffs.
6. Design a Custom NBA Coloring Book
After printing and completing several free NBA PDF coloring pages, staple or bind them together into a custom coloring book. Kids can create a cover page with a title like “My NBA All-Stars.” Add team names or player nicknames on each page. Great for classrooms or party favors.
7. Make NBA Gift Wrap
Use your printable coloring sheets as wrapping paper for small gifts, especially for sports fans. Color them in and wrap around small boxes or books. It’s a fun, personal touch that shows off a child’s creativity and love for basketball.
8. Craft a NBA Game Board
Use player or logo coloring pages to make spaces on a homemade board game. You can draw a court or bracket and move game pieces along it as you play. Add trivia or challenge cards for even more fun!
9. Design a Basketball Calendar
Print out 12 different NBA coloring pages and use one for each month. Add the month’s name and numbers by hand, and once the page is colored, hang it on the fridge. It’s a fun way to learn about months and dates while celebrating basketball all year long.
10. Create a “My Favorite Team” Scrapbook
Let kids build their own NBA scrapbook by coloring different team logos and players. They can write about their favorite moments, best games, and top players. Add ticket stubs or stickers to complete the look. It’s a great keepsake and writing exercise.
11. Make a Pop-Up NBA Arena
Use colored pages of players and cut them out. Then fold a piece of cardboard in half and create a pop-up court. Glue the players onto tabs so they stand upright. You now have a 3D pop-up arena—perfect for imaginative play or storytelling.
12. Turn It Into Wall Art
Frame your best-colored NBA coloring sheets and hang them in a bedroom, hallway, or playroom. This turns your child’s art into a display they can be proud of, especially if they love sports.
13. Host an NBA Coloring Contest
Print out several free NBA PDF coloring pages and hand them out during a birthday party or school event. Let kids color for 15–20 minutes, then vote on categories like “Most Colorful,” “Best Jersey Design,” or “Most Realistic.”
14. Use as a Party Activity
Hosting an NBA or basketball-themed party? Set up a coloring station with crayons, markers, and a variety of NBA coloring sheets. It keeps guests entertained and they’ll have something fun to take home.
15. Create a Flip Book of Dunks
Use a player in a dunking pose and trace or draw a few different stages of the dunk on separate pages. Once colored and stapled together, flip through them to see the slam dunk come to life like a mini animation.
Whether you’re looking to decorate, play, or get creative with crafts, these free, printable NBA PDF coloring pages are full of slam-dunk fun. Perfect for classrooms, rainy days, or just celebrating your favorite team in style!
