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When Nike announced that New York Knicks star guard Jaylen Brunson wouldn't be getting his own signature sneaker, you could almost hear the city collectively groan, but now the swoosh brand may have rubbed some salt in the wound. have decided to welcome Knicks nation's latest arch nemesis into their family, Trae Young.
According to SneakernewsNike has announced that the Atlanta Hawks franchise player has signed with Jordan Brand, and you already know that Knick fans around the world are going “WTF?!” While Trae has been a sneaker free agent for quite some time now, the man has garnered interest from major brands and a few independents for a hot minute, but as most athletes know, the Swoosh and Jordan brand are still top and when they come knocking, you answer the door.
Although he had his own signature adidas Trae Young 3 and Trae Unlimited, Young ultimately decided to go with the bigger dogs in the yard and has been signaling his intent for some time now. In a recent interview with Jordan Brand, Trae explained what it means to be part of the Jordan Brand family and what led him to this moment.
Per Sneakernews:
When you look at Jumpman, what's the first thing that comes to mind?
Trae Young: When I look at Jumpman, the first thing that comes to mind is the culture. Jordan Brand sets the tone for hoops culture and personifies greatness. Jumpman really speaks for itself and I'm excited to join the family.
How did you feel the first time you put on a pair of Jordans?
As a kid, you always dream of walking into your first pair of Jordans. You put on that first pair, you feel invincible and like you can take on the world. As a kid, I always stuck out my chest a little more when I wore my Jordans.
Man, if Nike doesn't give Jalen Brunson his own line by next year, New York Knick fans might have to riot. I'm just saying.
There's no word on when the Trae Young Jordans will release, but you already know most A's heads will be rocking them whenever they see the light of day.
