A’ja Wilson Opens Up About Landing a Nike Signature Shoe Deal
This story was exclusively published by Footwear News on Aug. 1, 2024. On set at Blok Photo Studio in Phoenix, photographer Flo Ngala asks A’ja Wilson to give her…
Sneakers
Adidas Sues Over 100 Sites for Fake Merch in Brand Crackdown
Adidas, lamenting that it and other “famous trademark owners” must expend “significant monetary” resources to combat counterfeiters, sued nearly 120 websites for…
Kyrie Irving’s Shoes Draw Stares From Collectors and Congress
Playing on his fourth NBA team in his fourth NBA Finals, Kyrie Irving returned to Boston Thursday night with a spring in his step. He also had new shoes on his feet…
Under Armour Makes WNBA Star Kelsey Plum Cigar-Inspired Shoe
WNBA star Kelsey Plum gave fans two consecutive years of iconic cigar photos while celebrating the Las Vegas Aces’ back-to-back championship wins. With a new season…
Anthony Edwards’ Shoes Are Having a Moment of Their Own
This story appears in Sportico’s Morning Lead newsletter. Click here to sign up and get it delivered straight to your inbox. You never get a second chance to make…
Nike’s Footwear Copycat Case Against BAPE Advances
Brand protection is always a major concern for Nike in a world populated with knockoffs and counterfeits. Last week the footwear giant scored a key ruling in its case…
Curry Brand, ‘NBA Jam’ Collaborate on 3 Sneakers for All-Star Weekend
To celebrate the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, Curry Brand and “NBA Jam” are teaming up for a three-pack of sneakers invoking the classic video game, Footwear News…
Skechers Makes Its Basketball Debut With Help From NBA Stars
It’s official: Skechers is in the basketball shoe business. With the NBA regular season here, Skechers has revealed its first-ever basketball shoes, reports…
Opinion
A Revolution in Women’s Hoops Starts With the Right Sneakers
Today’s guest columnist is Natalie White, CEO and founder of Moolah Kicks. Basketball has always been a constant for me. Growing up in New York City, it was easy to…
Shaq Reveals Why He Rejected a $40 Million Sneaker Deal With Reebok
While on the Full Send podcast yesterday, legendary NBA player Shaquille O’Neal revealed how he walked away from a massive $40 million dollar deal with Reebook, Footwear…
Adidas Sells Reebok to Authentic Brands Group for $2.5 Billion
Adidas announced Wednesday that it sold its subsidiary Reebok to Authentic Brands Group for up to €2.1 billion, or roughly $2.5 billion. The deal is expected to close in…
Unlike LeBron, Kyrie Blasts Nike Over Signature Sneaker Issue
Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving blasted Nike Wednesday after leaked photos of his upcoming shoe, the Kyrie8, surfaced online. The shots fired by Irving at the brand are…
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