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Which sneakers will this year's top NBA rookies be wearing?

Single-handedly, Zion Williamson made this the most anticipated rookie class, from a sneaker perspective, since LeBron James entered the league in 2003.

Originally, Williamson was hoping to sign his sneaker deal before the draft lottery, but he didn't ink his deal with Jordan Brand until July 23, holding up several of the draft's other top selections. As they waited for the biggest domino to fall, multiple brands operated with frozen budgets until Williamson made his decision.

Two weeks have passed since Williamson signed, and four of this year's lottery picks are still waiting for deals, led by one of Williamson's former Duke teammates.