Having played in the 80's in uniforms that I'm sure were purchased in the 70's, I can't believe how heavy and stiff those uniforms were. I'm not sure how I wasn't constantly chaffed. I guess sitting on the bench most of the time probably helped.Due to playing high school basketball in the late 70s I have a nostalgic soft spot for nut huggers.
In fact, when my parents moved out of their house a few years ago I found out my mom had kept my high school uniform. Pretty sure the boxer briefs I wear today would extend 2-3 inches below those basketball shorts.