Gradey Dick, Jalen Hood-Schifino sign endorsement deals with Adidas
Toronto Raptors forward Gradey Dick and Los Angeles Lakers guard Jalen Hood-Schifino on Monday signed footwear and apparel endorsement deals with Adidas, the apparel company announced.
Dick and Hood-Schifino are the first two players from the 2023 NBA draft class to sign with the company. They join a talented roster of players, which includes James Harden, Candace Parker, Damian Lillard, Alysha Clark, Jalen Green and Kahleah Copper among others.
They were previously signed to the Three Stripes as part of their first class of NIL athletes in December 2022 in the NCAA. The two are expected to star in Adidas’ campaign creative for the third installment of their premium lifestyle line.
The 2023 Collection: Chapter 03 is a celebration of the invaluable individuals who stand behind each player – those who not only support but inspire their why.
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— adidas Basketball (@adidasHoops) July 17, 2023
Gradey, the 13th pick, debuted with the Raptors in the NBA Summer League, averaging 16 points, six rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.5 steals on 40% shooting from the field in four games. He scored in double figures in each game and produced two 20-point games.
Hood-Schifino posted averages of 13.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.3 steals in six games between the California Classic and Las Vegas. The 17th pick scored at least 15 points four times, including a summer league-high 20 points on July 5.
