Nike Extends NBA Partnership for 12 Years, Boosting Youth and Women's Basketball Initiatives

October 22, 2024
Nike Extends NBA Partnership for 12 Years, Boosting Youth and Women's Basketball Initiatives
  • Nike plans to expand its presence at major league events, including the NBA Global Games, NBA All-Star events, and the WNBA Draft.

  • With this extension, Nike's partnership with the leagues will last for two decades, having started in 2017.

  • Nike has announced a significant 12-year extension of its partnership with the NBA, WNBA, and NBA G League, solidifying its role as the exclusive on-court uniform and apparel provider.

  • Sal LaRocca, NBA's president of global partnerships, stated that Nike's investment is critical for the long-term growth of basketball globally.

  • Having been a partner of the NBA since 1992, Nike has also been involved with the WNBA since its inception in 1997 and the NBA G League since the 2017-18 season.

  • WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert highlighted the partnership's role in showcasing and developing girls' and women's basketball, reinforcing Nike's commitment to women's sports.

  • The focus of the partnership will be on improving access to basketball, particularly for girls of all ages and skill levels, with resources aimed at making youth basketball more accessible.

  • The agreement will introduce new content initiatives, grassroots basketball commitments, and a joint membership program offering exclusive benefits to fans.

  • Despite facing initial challenges with jersey quality during the 2017-18 season, Nike quickly resolved these issues, reinforcing its commitment to the leagues.

  • NBA Commissioner Adam Silver emphasized that this extended partnership will enhance opportunities for youth basketball engagement and competition.

  • Tanya Hvizdak, Nike's VP of athlete sports marketing, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with league partners.

  • Additionally, the contract includes commitments to support youth basketball leagues, coaching, training, and player development.

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