Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson joined Jumpman in July and reportedly passing up major offers from other brands to signed with Jordan Brand for a record rookie sneaker deal worth $75 million over five years.
According to ESPN, brands like Li-Ning reportedly prepared an aggressive that would have paid him approximately $20 million per year. Puma, who many considered to be the other Williamson frontrunner alongside Jordan, reportedly offered $15 million per year for the No. 1 pick's signature. Anta, represented by current brand headliner Klay Thompson, also made a starting offer of $15 million per year.