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A'ja Wilson to Release Signature Nike Shoe

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A'ja Wilson to Release Signature Nike Shoe

Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson is set to release her signature shoe with Nike, the A'One “Pink Aura,” on May 6. This highly anticipated release follows the initial unveiling of the shoe two months prior. In an official advertisement, Wilson meticulously described the A'One's structure and its performance-enhancing features for her game, emphasizing its durability and comfort.

Wilson highlighted the shoe's design elements, stating, "Thinking about how far we come… Got a little flash to it. Pink is kind of my favorite color if you can't tell. Everyone in the arena knows that you have on the A'One." She further emphasized the importance of the shoe's functionality, particularly its traction for quick movements, cuts, slashes, and stop-and-go situations essential in basketball. "When you play, the last thing you want to think about is your shoes. We needed the traction to be great, because when you think about the movement, it's not just a lot of up and down. It's a lot of cuts, it's a lot of slashes. it's a lot of stop-and-go's. Whether you're in transition or just the flow of the games." Wilson proudly declared, "When it's A'ja it's top tier, it's A'One, and it's real. And that's what you guys are gonna get.”

The release of the A'One coincides with the start of the WNBA preseason on May 2, with the regular season commencing on May 16. Nike initially announced Wilson's signature shoe in May 2024, solidifying their long-term partnership through a six-year extension signed in December.

Wilson previously debuted her Nike A'One “Pearl” during the NBA All-Star weekend in February, a heartfelt tribute to her late grandmother, who gifted her a pair of pearls. She has consciously incorporated her family's influence into the shoe's development. With significant backing from Nike, Wilson is poised to embark on a new chapter in her career.

Moreover, Wilson joins an exclusive group of WNBA players who have their own signature shoes. This distinguished list includes Sheryl Swoopes, Rebecca Lobo, Lisa Leslie, Dawn Staley, Cynthia Cooper, Nikki McCray, Chamique Holdsclaw, Diana Taurasi, Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Sabrina Ionescu, and Caitlin Clark. These athletes are celebrated for their exceptional skills on the court and their marketability off the court. Wilson's unique style of play and market appeal make her a fitting addition to this elite group, cementing her place in WNBA history.

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