Top nba draft pick Justise Winslow JOINs adidas
PORTLAND, Ore. – adidas recently announced a partnership
with Justise Winslow, the No. 10 overall pick of the 2015 NBA Draft by the Miami
Heat. The versatile wing is heralded for his for strong finishes at the rim, lockdown
defense and tough, physical play.
“I’m excited
to be a part of adidas,” said Winslow. “I loved playing in their basketball shoes
at adidas Nations and what they’ve been doing with Kanye and Originals is
changing the game. I pride myself in being the best player on the court and
having unique style off it and adidas will definitely help me do both.”
Winslow joins
the ranks of an adidas basketball roster highlighted by NBA All-Stars James
Harden of the Houston Rockets, John Wall of the Washington Wizards, Damian
Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers and 2011 NBA Most Valuable Player Derrick
Rose of the Chicago Bulls.
The Miami Heat rookie will be featured in a
variety of upcoming adidas initiatives, including adidas’ global brand campaign
which will coincide with the start of the NBA season. He will also play a
critical role in the development of basketball footwear and apparel.
“We’re moving
in a new direction and adding Justise to the young, up-and-coming players who
are already part of our team is incredible,” said Chris Grancio, adidas global
basketball general manager. “His speed, instinct, athleticism and passion will
no doubt translate to immediate success and we look forward to building a
successful future with Justise as he joins our brand.”
Player
Profile:
Justise
Winslow
Selected by the Miami Heat at No. 10 in the
2015 NBA Draft, Justise Winslow is a versatile swingman who combines lightning
athleticism with lockdown defense. With high-flying dunks and natural toughness,
the leftie was an all-around standout in college during his team’s championship
run. Prior to his time in college, Winslow won three state championships at St.
John’s High School in Houston and was named a two-time Gatorade Texas Boys
Basketball Player of the Year and McDonald’s All-American.
About adidas
adidas has been providing innovative products for the world’s best athletes for more than 50 years, from past legends to today’s superstars, such as James Harden, Derrick Rose, John Wall, Damian Lillard and Andrew Wiggins.
adidas has been providing innovative products for the world’s best athletes for more than 50 years, from past legends to today’s superstars, such as James Harden, Derrick Rose, John Wall, Damian Lillard and Andrew Wiggins.
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