Ja Morant

2022 - 12 - 25

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Ja Morant unveils signature shoe with Nike | NBA.com (NBA.com)

Morant becomes the 23rd player in NBA history to receive his own signature sneaker with Nike.

He becomes the 23rd player in NBA history to receive his own signature sneaker with Nike. His daughter’s name is also stamped on the inner half of the shoe. — Ja Morant (@JaMorant)

Release date, Ja Morant's reaction and more: Here's what to know ... (The Commercial Appeal)

Release date, plans and reaction from Nike and Ja Morant after the unveiling of his first signature shoe.

That's a part of the mentality and grind Morant wants others to feel when wearing the Ja 1. We are thrilled to add Morant to our signature roster and can’t wait for everyone to learn more about his first shoe, the Nike Ja 1.” is honored to partner with Ja Morant to serve the future of athletes and sport," Scott Munson, Nike VP, Global Men's Basketball said in the news release. The Ja 1 has a similar low-cut model, but the performative goals mimic those that you would expect of a sneaker from Morant. In a press release Sunday from Nike basketball, the brand introduced Morant as the first Gen Z signature athlete. Morant's logo features the letters JA above a chevron.

Ja Morant Unveils First Signature Sneaker With Nike (Sports Illustrated)

The Memphis guard becomes the brand's first Gen Z NBA signature athlete.

“Morant, Nike Basketball’s first Gen Z signature athlete, is a revolutionary player who quickly became a global star with his unmatched athleticism and exciting style of play. The All-Star is Nike Basketball’s first Gen Z signature athlete and the 23rd NBA player with his own shoe with the brand. “Nike is honored to partner with Ja Morant to serve the future of athletes and sport," said Scott Munson, Nike VP, Global Men's Basketball.

NBA Star Ja Morant And His Mom Have A Mantra: 'Be A Billionaire ... (Forbes)

Only two NBA players have risen to billionaire status: Jordan and LeBron. Can Ja join them? The 23-year-old is charismatic and electric on the court and ...

Scouts advise that players like Morant be more like Mike and master the art of the jump shot to avoid constant contact, the way Jordan did. Derrick Rose, the NBA’s Most Valuable Player in 2010-11 at age 22 and a high-flying guard much like Morant, was never the same after a 2012 Also as part of the deal, Hyperice sent $25,000 to Murray State to build a recovery room for athletes. By averaging 24.5 points and 10 assists a game in his sophomore season at Murray State, Ja became the first player to average at least 20 and 10 in a season since the NCAA began to officially recognize assists in 1983-84. One of the drills involved the younger Morant attacking the rim and Dad hitting him with a pad. To get even close to that record, Morant needs a talented supporting cast. Tee’s son was drafted by the Grizzlies, and so began his quest to be a billionaire. “He had that Michael Vick, Allen Iverson-type explosiveness on the court,” Huether tells Forbes. The 23-year-old is charismatic and electric on the court and seems to be building wealth for the long run. The Grizzlies guard wowed the owners. At a listed 6 feet 2 inches and 174 pounds, Morant is quick, “a beautiful player,” according to Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, but a popsicle stick compared with Williamson, the only collegian chosen ahead of Morant in the 2019 draft, who’s listed at 6-6 and 284 pounds. Tee initially chased a pro career but abandoned the goal after Morant was born.

PHOTOS: Ja Morant sneakers and other shoes in Christmas Day ... (Hoops Hype)

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant debuted his first signature shoe with Nike yesterday in Memphis' Christmas Day matchup against the Warriors.

Grizzlies star Ja Morant to debut Nike Ja 1's in Christmas game (ESPN)

Memphis Grizzlies All-Star point guard Ja Morant will debut his first signature shoe with Nike when his team appears in its first Christmas Day game in ...

"And that's how I want everyone to feel when they wear the Ja 1 -- that they're beneath no one." His signature "JA" logo can be found along the tongue tab. "His authentic personality, deep love for his community and family and joy for the game make him very special -- on and off the court. The brand has touted that Morant is "Nike Basketball's first Gen Z signature athlete," and recently featured the Grizzlies star in its 50th anniversary campaign while looking toward the future of the company. "I feel like the most important thing was telling a story," Morant said. While the design and development process of a signature shoe usually takes around 18-24 months, Morant will debut the Nike Ja 1 early, with the shoe not expected to hit retail until later in 2023.