Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is ecstatic after the league dropped restrictions on sneakers apparel, now no longer having to match the NBA team's uniform colors.
Players often release their own signature shoes in a variety of colors, but only get to wear so many different variations due to the rules in place. Players will often resort to waiting until the All-Star break (when many release special colorways) to showcase one pair in each half to maximize their exposure.
“I’m going crazy,” said Antetokounmpo told Aaron Dodson of The Undefeated. “I can wear whatever color I want, whenever I want. Before, it seemed like we could just wear white and black. But now, I can wear yellow … I can wear sky blue … whatever pops in my head. … You’re going to see a lot of creativity in players. It’s definitely good for the league.”
Players like Kyrie Irving are notorious for their colorful sneakers, and this correction to the NBA's uniform rules would only allow for more creative and fun-looking combinations.
Antetokounmpo is bound to have his own signature sneaker drop by the 2019-20 season, which would likely give him free range in a bevy of colorways.
While it does help companies like Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, and even the new-but-old-comer Puma, it is also a boost for the NBA, as sneakerheads will want the jersey to go with the kicks, regardless of whether it matches or not.
Follow Us
Subscribe