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Nike is entering the world of esports with their recent partnership with Jian Zihao, a top League of Legends player. Zihao will partner with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, according to Gabe Gurwin of IGN. James is doing it all, from being a basketball player, movie star and producer.  Now, he’s dipping his toes into […]

Kyrie Irving’s game isn’t the only thing Boston Celtics are looking forward to seeing this season. Fans are dying to get a glimpse of the Nike Kyrie 5. Fans got a chance to see the kicks in action during a Celtics practice, courtesy of Bleacher Report Kicks. The Kyrie 5 is set to drop sometime […]

Puma is diving back into basketball and Golden State Warriors star DeMarcus Cousins is the latest star that the clothing company is targeting. Puma offered what is being described as “a lucrative multi-year shoe deal” and this shows Puma’s desire to gain a greater foothold on the basketball market. Nike does have the ability to […]

The return of Boston Celtics superstar Gordon Hayward has garnered so much attention that various shoe dealers have been trying to sign him up for a deal. While Hayward has already received a lucrative offer from Chinese-based brand Anta, it seems like Nike has matched the “massive offer” as the 28-year-old star was seen wearing […]

Early on Tuesday morning, Shams Charania of The Athletic reported that Indiana Pacers big man Myles Turner has agreed to a multi-year endorsement deal with Nike. Sources on @TheAthleticNBA @WatchStadium: Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner has agreed to a new multiyear endorsement deal with Nike. Turner is an emerging cornerstone for Pacers. — Shams Charania […]

Boston Celtics swingman Gordon Hayward, who missed all but five minutes of the 2017-18 NBA season due to an ankle injury, is close to agreeing to a multi-year deal with Nike, according to a report from A. Sherrod Blakely of NBC Sports Boston. https://twitter.com/ASherrodblakely/status/1043541863154765824 Hayward has also received offers from Anta and New Balance, as […]

In 2018, NBA fans in several U.S. cites saw billboards go up in an attempt to lure LeBron James to their respective teams. In the end, though, the three-time champion decided to take his talents to Hollywood and join the Los Angeles Lakers. And though the recruiting billboards have been taken down, other variants are […]

L.A. Clippers rookie Jerome Robinson is already making waves despite not having a single minute of NBA action under his belt just yet. Nike has already taken notice of the 19-year-old’s potential and has decided to sign him to a sponsorship deal as early as now. Although the details of the deal have yet to […]

With more pressure mounting on him to win his first championship, then-Miami Heat star LeBron James delivered a masterpiece with his 2012 Game 6 performance against the Boston Celtics. It instantly became one of LeBron’s classic games, and it has now also become an inspiration for his LeBron 16 signature shoe. The Nike LeBron 16 […]

Colin Kaepernick’s polarizing Nike ad has gotten plenty of mixed opinions, once again re-igniting the flames of the discussion around NFL players’ rights to kneel during the national anthem. Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala spoke about what it means to have the ad in national television and the power to convey the message through […]

Nike has been all over the news recently for its ad campaign involving Colin Kaepernick. Because of the polarizing nature of Kaepernick’s stance, conservative consumers have been destroying their Nike gear en masse, abandoning the company for endorsing someone that they view as disgracing the country. Houston Rockets All-Star guard James Harden is known for […]

While people who continue not to get what former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is fighting for burning their Nike merchandise following the sports apparel company’s decision to feature the free agent quarterback as the face of their new ad campaign, there are others who are standing up for the controversial signal-caller. Among them […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant has added his thoughts on Colin Kaepernick’s new ad campaign with Nike via Twitter. Vintage Nike — Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) September 4, 2018 The NFL free agent has signed a deal to be one of the faces of Nike’s 30th anniversary “Just Do It” marketing campaign. Although […]

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones supports Nike, despite the recent controversy over its Colin Kaepernick “Just Do It” ad. Kaepernick began a movement to speak out against social injustices towards minority groups in America when he knelt during the national anthem before a preseason game in 2016. Since then, many other players across the league […]

Despite the backlash over Colin Kaepernick’s recently-released Nike ad, Houston Rockets stud Chris Paul is not afraid to let the world know how he feels about the controversial campaign. Paul took to Twitter to publicly back the embattled Kaepernick and the powerful message behind his ad. Well done ✅ @Kaepernick7 ✊🏾 pic.twitter.com/6DV1KByaCH — Chris Paul […]

While Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James may be one of the most socially-inclined athletes today, he is not nearly as outspoken — and controversial — as former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick. Nonetheless, James has voiced out his full support of the embattled NFL player and his recent Nike ad. Many believe that […]

The start 2018 NFL season is only days away with veteran quarterback Colin Kaepernick still without a job. Although Kaepernick won’t be under center to begin the 2018 campaign, the controversial quarterback-turned-activist has been keeping busy on many different fronts including being involved with Nike for their “Just Do It” campaign. According to ESPN’s Darren Rovell, […]

The L.A Clippers are in the process of retooling their franchise as they move on the from the Lob City era and transition into a new one. That new era began with the drafting of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who the Clippers look at as the future of the franchise. According to ESPN and Nice Kicks’ Nick […]

Nike has added Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant’s latest shoe, the KD 11, to their NIKEiD customization engine. NBA enthusiasts are now able to go online and create their very own colorway for a shoe designed by Durant, with some really cool options. First look at the #KD11 on my @youtube w @IAmJayJones : […]

Charlotte Hornets rookie Miles Bridges is going with the Swoosh. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Bridges has signed a four-year deal with Nike. Charlotte Hornets rookie Miles Bridges, the No. 12 overall pick in the NBA draft, has signed a four-year endorsement deal with Nike, sources tell The Athletic. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was recently spotted wearing a soon-to-be-released variant of his signature kicks from Nike: the LeBron 16. Portions of the kicks are newly designed, but some of its technology and appearance was carried over from the 15. .@KingJames wearing the upcoming Nike LeBron 16 👀 pic.twitter.com/4w9yhJSS6X — B/R Kicks (@brkicks) […]

After an impressive 2013-14 season that saw him win the league’s Most Valuable Player award, Kevin Durant signed a long-term, 10-year endorsement contract with Nike. But the Golden State Warriors superstar’s partnership with the Swoosh dates back way beyond 2014. Durant sat down with Slam Magazine’s Max Resetar as the two-time NBA champion discussed how […]

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard DeMar DeRozan appears to be the chosen one. This is with regard to being the prime candidate to publicly debut Nike’s latest unreleased Kobe Bryant kicks. This is not the first time DeRozan was among the first to test out an exclusive pair of Nike sneakers, as he has debuted […]

When people talk NBA, it is synonymous with killer crossovers, highlight-reel dunks, flashy passes, superstars, and all-stars. Aside from the glitz and glamour, legacy and heritage is embedded at the heart of every team. Each team will always be connected to its city’s beginnings. The league, the team, and its players may continue to evolve, […]

While the NBA Draft Class of 2017 brought a revolutionary deal, sporting the only lottery pick to boast its very own shoe brand, this year’s players are making waves by bringing a brand back from the dead, as two surefire lottery picks in Arizona’s DeAndre Ayton and Duke’s Marvin Bagley III have signed with Puma. […]

Which style of shoe an NBA player chooses to wear in-game is not only for flare, it’s also for performance. Different playing techniques call for different choices. Some like light, low-top kicks. Others prefer a more rigid mid or high-top sneaker. When it comes to Oklahoma City All-Star Russell Westbrook, it sounds like he has […]

After taking a year off from the Christmas Day jerseys, Nike and the NBA will be bringing them back this year, but they won’t really be Christmas jersey’s after all, more of an extra alternative uniform. According to Paul Lukas of Uni Watch: Instead of the 10 teams who play on Christmas Day, it will […]

NBA athletes don’t scrimp around when it comes to their kicks. Russell Westbrook, of the Oklahoma City Thunder, is no different. Some have been known to jettison their shoes in the middle of a game (sponsorship be damned) because it was uncomfortable. Most scribble inside references to the surface of the sneaks or rocking expensive classics […]

Diversity has been the number one thrust in America’s pop culture for the past several years. Celebrities and important players in film, TV, and entertainment have continued to push towards a more diverse playing field. For them, non-Americans should have a fair share of the pie. This trend can also be observed in the sports […]

Nike is currently in its first year as the official uniform provider for the NBA. Now, interesting news has come out on who chooses the uniforms the teams wear. Usually, teams wear white uniforms at home with dark uniforms on the road with the players even deciding on some occasions. However, according to an article […]

Former Penn State running back Saquon Barkley has been touted as being one of the talented players in the 2018 NFL Draft class. Ahead of the start of his NFL career, Barkley has reportedly agreed to sign an endorsement deal with Nike, according to Mark Wogenrich of The Morning Call. Barkley signed a shoes and […]

Now that 2017 is over, we can look back on the incredible sneakers of this season worn by the NBA’s most prominent players. Whether Jordan, Nike, or Adidas, these sneakers have captured the imaginations of NBA fans. These shoes are both stylish and bold, embodying the spirit of the players that comfortably wear them. All […]

For the past couple of years, Kyrie Irving has had one of the most popular sneaker lines in the market. Since the release of the Kyrie 1s, it has been patronized well by the public, leading to Nike not wasting time in designing the second and third edition of his line. With his fourth signature […]

Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Russell Westbrook has become one of the league’s biggest stars over last few seasons, which parlayed him into some huge endorsement deal and opportunities off the court. According to Tim Daniels of Bleacher Report, Westbrook is lined up for a signature shoe with Nike at some point next year while […]

The Boston Celtics’ glorious 16-game win streak finally came to an end Wednesday night versus the Miami Heat. Despite the loss, it was an impressive stretch nonetheless as the Celtics have easily solidified themselves as one of the NBA’s elite teams. Boston will undoubtedly have a little extra in the tank as they try to get […]

The good news just kept raining for the Milwaukee Bucks family, as Giannis Antetokounmpo finally secured a sneaker deal — choosing to go back to Nike only hours after his team secured a trade with the Phoenix Suns for Eric Bledsoe. Antetokounmpo was courted by brands like Adidas and Chinese brand Li-Ning throughout his offseason […]

After a long offseason of flirting with sneaker companies, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has signed a multi-year deal with Nike, the 22-year old announced on Instagram via ESPN’s Nick DePaula. https://www.instagram.com/p/BbM8-gilnpS/ The Greek Freak captioned a photo of himself with “Giannis X Nike,” following up with “Family. Loyalty. Legacy. Excited to announce my long-term […]

When the new season started, it marked the beginning of a new era for NBA jerseys, as Nike has taken over the outfitting rights for all teams from Adidas. However, the shoe and apparel giant has drawn a lot of negative reactions for the number of jerseys ripped during games. The company recently addressed this […]

As the new season begins, it also marks the start of the first season where Nike is the NBA’s official jersey provider. That said, they welcomed the campaign with a video that will surely add more hype to fans who have long been looking forward to Tuesday night’s tipoff. The clip depicts the story of […]