Toronto Raptors Draft Jamal Shead Signs Endorsement Deal With KICKS CREW

KICKS CREW is proud to officially announce its first endorsement deal with Jamal Shead, the newest draft member of the Toronto Raptors and the 45th selection in the 2024 NBA Draft. Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Shead's journey to the NBA began with his high school basketball career, which set the stage for his collegiate success at the University of Houston. He garnered national recognition as the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year and earned a spot on the First-Team All-American squad there.

Jamal Shead will step onto the NBA court with the Toronto Raptors this October, marking his professional debut. His partnership with KICKS CREW signifies another milestone in his career. He joins the likes of NBA stars Kyrie Irving and Damian Lillard, the first professional athletes to invest in KICKS CREW. Now, Jamal is the first athlete to sign an endorsement deal with the global marketplace.

"My partnership with KICKS CREW allows me to have freedom on the court. I can wear any brand and test out what works the best for my game. They’re also backed by Dame and Kyrie, two of the best point guards in the game, so I wanted to be a part of the team," said Jamal Shead when discussing his new endorsement deal.

"We're excited to welcome Jamal to the KICKS CREW family and further expand our reach within the NBA with our first endorsement partnership. Jamal's talent and dedication resonate with our brand values, and we're thrilled to support his new journey and provide him with access to world-class brands and products to further elevate his game," said KICKS CREW Cofounder Ross Adrian Yip.

From its inception, KICKS CREW has served as a pivotal bridge between consumers and a vast array of international brands and products. The platform has forged partnerships with leading performance basketball brands globally, facilitating the launch of signature products endorsed by NBA stars such as Kyrie Irving, Dwyane Wade, and Austin Reaves. Jamal Shead's endorsement deal not only grants him the freedom to choose what he wears but also provides him exclusive access to KICKS CREW's extensive product range and direct collaborations with top-tier performance brands worldwide.