5 Nike-sponsored players and their signature shoe line

Nike has dominated the sports industry for many years, and many sneakerheads swear by the sneakers introduced by this brand every year. However, Swoosh's monopoly has not only reached the common man but has also influenced top sports athletes.

The global recognition this brand has received has introduced a lot of players to the powerhouse of its branding. The label often expands its roster, leaving many players behind. But since some athletes have consistently shown their loyalty to the Swoosh brand, they usually receive their own design and Player-edition signature sneakers.

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LeBron James and Four other Nike sponsored players and their signature shoe line

1) Cristiano Ronaldo

Christiano Ronaldo, a professional Portuguese footballer, has been fitted with more than 31 different pairs of Mercurials since he signed a contract with Swoosh in 2003. In 2016, the label awarded him a lifetime contract worth an estimated $1 billion, making him only the third athlete to receive such a deal.

His first custom-made boot was created in 2010, and the most recent version was created for the player in time for the FIFA World Cup to be held in Qatar in 2022. An exclusive design on the Mercurial Vapor 15 Elite CR7 pays homage to Azulejo tiles and Portuguese culture. The shoe is described on the official website,

“Like Cristiano Ronaldo, the azulejo tiles are a Portuguese national treasure. For the Nike Zoom Mercurial Vapor 15 Elite CR7, we took visual inspiration from the Portuguese icons to show what can be achieved when one dedicates themselves to the craft. Now loaded with a football-specific Zoom Air unit, you can put the pedal down in the waning minutes of a match.”

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2) Kevin Durant

Following a standout 2013–14 campaign in which he claimed the league's Most Valuable Player honor, Kevin Durant inked a lengthy, 10-year endorsement deal with the Swoosh. However, the stars of the Golden State Warriors and Swoosh have been working together since well before 2014.

Kevin Durant, the star forward for the Brooklyn Nets, has been a Swoosh ambassador ever since entering the NBA. Durant first joined the footwear giant in 2007 as a rookie; a year later, in 2008, he received his first signature shoe.

Speaking of Kevin Durant, Nike, the sportswear behemoth based in Beaverton, is reissuing one of its most well-liked joint creations: the KD 3 "All-Star" colorway that just recently surfaced online. Instead, the third version of Kevin Durant's signature silhouette will come in a red colourway with white and black accents on the uppers.

The KD 3 silhouette's upcoming "All-Star" colorway is scheduled for release in 2023.

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3) LeBron James

LeBron received a seven-year, $90 million deal when he joined Swoosh as a teenager. After the contract ran out, The King and Nike eventually decided on a lifetime contract, which is uncommon in the business.

LeBron and Nike have thus committed to a long-term partnership that will reportedly pay him $30 million yearly and be worth more than $1 billion overall. Additionally, it's estimated that LeBron's trademark line, which sells apparel and footwear, earns Nike more than $600 million a year. Moreover, with LeBron's shoes being some of the most recognizable and sought-after basketball shoes in the world, that partnership has paid off handsomely for both parties.

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4) Kylian Mbappe

One of the most valued football superstars right now is French footballer Kylian Mbappe. Additionally, he served as the face of Nike's Jordan Lineage division. The French footballer, who plays for the Paris Saint-Germain club, was also a member of the French national team that won the 2018 World Cup.

The professional footballer, who has been associated with the swoosh brand, debuted his first line of Mercurial Superfly sneakers in 2019. The Kylian Mbappe x Bondy Mercurial Superfly 7 football boots became his first set of signature shoes.

Kylian, the star player in the Qatar-hosted FIFA World Cup in 2022, most recently acquired a pair of Metallic Copper-colored trademark footwear. The boots were made available to the general public on December 4, 2022, in a few select stores and on the official Nike e-commerce website.

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5) Michael Jordan

The relationship between Michael Jordan and Swoosh originally only existed as a player-player agreement. But it has grown into something fantastic that has permanently altered the industry.

It turned out to be a successful partnership for both MJ and Nike. Jordan reportedly makes $130 million from the sale of Air Jordan shoes and clothing each year. Even though it was a risky agreement at the time, Jordan was obligated by it. The deal allowed the Chicago Bulls star to manufacture his own brand of footwear. Michael was the only person who received the first Air Jordan sneakers. Air Jordan sneakers weren't available to the general public until much later.

There are 32 distinct shoe models under the Air Jordan name. Additionally, many of the models see repeated releases. As a result, sneakers almost always sell out very quickly, and sneakerheads are constantly looking to purchase them from other collectors.

Those who have followed the development of Air Jordan sneakers over the years will be aware that they have become far more well-known than other sneakers over time. People are becoming delighted for reasons other than just buying Nike stuff. Due to their true distinctiveness, Air Jordans have recently developed into must-have footwear.

These are the top five Nike-sponsored players with their own signature shoe line. Let us know which player is your favorite.