Also know, what did Zion say about Nike?
Jordan commented on the deal in a Nike press release saying, “Zion's incredible determination, character and play are inspiring. He's an essential part of the new talent that will help lead the brand into the future. He told us he would 'shock the world,' and asked us to believe him. We do."
Similarly, is Zion still wearing Nikes? Zion Willamson will return to Duke's lineup Thursday night for the first time since injuring his knee after one of his sneakers exploded on Feb. 20. It appears he will do so without the Nike PG 2.5s he was wearing that night. According to a photo posted on Twitter by Sports Illustrated's “The Crossover,” the likely No.
In this manner, what happened with Zion and Nike?
Duke University's Zion Williamson is finally back on the court following a month-long injury spurred by a burst Nike shoe. Williamson was famously knocked to the ground with a knee sprain after his Nike shoe blew out less than a minute into the game against arch-rival North Carolina Feb.
How much money did Nike lose from Zion?
Just seconds into the game, Duke star player and NBA prospect Zion Williamson suffered a knee injury after his Nike PG 2.5 shoe split on the court. As of this morning, the brand's stock is down about one percent, equating to roughly $1.12 billion in losses for the brand.
