Kristaps Porzingis is about to make another statement this year. He has signed a deal with adidas and I’m sure many will be rocking his sneakers.
For starters, this mega deal with adidas is jaw-dropping because Porzingis has officially been endorsed by adidas. In addition, he will also have apparel with them. Will Nike come in and try to sweep him back? Perhaps not.
The deal will pay Porzingis, 21, between $3 million and $6 million annually, depending on incentive bonuses met. It’s the most lucrative shoe deal signed by a European player to date.
Nike, his previous sponsor, has until mid-October to match the exact terms of the adidas contract because of the brand’s standard “right to match” clause, but Nike is not expected to match the deal, sources said.
We’re only left to wonder what pair KP will throw on for opening night. In addition, adidas doesn’t necessarily have the best reputation with ball players but we’ll see how it goes for Porzingis.