Photo: $1.3 million NIL-valued Nate Ament shares a snap wearing SLAM x Reebok sneakers for the first time since signing a record deal

On Oct. 16, it was reported that Nate Ament signed a lucrative deal with Reebok. The $1.3 million NIL-valued player, as per On3, recently shared a glimpse of his SLAM x Reebok Question Low sneakers. Donning a pair of blue denim and a light blue jacket over a white t-shirt, the five-star prospect uploaded a photo on his Instagram story.

High School Basketball Star Ament Nate via Instagram (image credit: instagram/ament_nate)

There has been a lot of buzz around Ament ever since he locked in the deal with Reebok. According to Nick DePaula of Boardroom, Ament's deal sets him on a path to becoming one of the first high school athletes to launch a Player Exclusive sneaker at retail.

Ament is the No. 2 power forward and the No. 4 overall player in the Class of 2025, per 247Sports, He is poised not only to benefit from this lucrative partnership but also to play a vital role in Reebok's relaunch into the performance basketball market in 2025.

Nate Ament Had a Showdown With AJ Dybantsa in Boston

Nate Ament played against AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall recruit of his class, in a game that drew significant attention. The Utah Prep versus Highland School game was part of the Grind Session, which showcased an array of talent, with Ament and Dybantsa taking center stage on Wednesday.

Utah Prep asserted itself early and established a 20-point lead late at halftime. Dybantsa's dominance was evident, as his athleticism and skill allowed him to control the game's pace. He utilized his footwork and defensive capabilities to contain Ament, while also making huge contributions on the offensive end.

However, Ament was undeterred and showed remarkable resilience. Even as he struggled to find his rhythm early, his competitive spirit began to shine through in the second half, as he responded with a dynamic scoring effort that nearly brought Highland back into contention.

Despite Ament's efforts, which included a series of acrobatic shots that delighted fans, Utah Prep emerged victorious, 79-71. Ament finished with a game-high 27 points.