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Victor Wembanyama Inks Signature Nike Sneaker Deal

Victor Wembanyama has a new logo and signature shoe on the way as part of his Nike contract.
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Victor Wembanyama has a new signature Nike logo.
Victor Wembanyama has a new signature Nike logo. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

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Just before Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals, ESPN insider Shams Charania reported that San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama was nearing the end of his Nike contract. The American sportswear brand wasted no time reaching a new deal with the French superstar this offseason.

On Friday afternoon, Charania reported that Wembanyama has signed a new long-term contract extension with Nike. The financial terms of the agreement were not reported. However, the deal includes Wembanyama's first signature basketball shoe and a new logo.

Victor Wembanyama's Signature Nike Contract

Currently, there are no images, pricing, or projected release dates for the Nike Wemby 1. However, Nike did release an eight-second video teasing the announcement on social media. In the video, fans get their first look at Wembanyama's new logo.

The alien is gone, but the new logo still maintains the extraterrestrial theme while including Wembanyama's initials (similar to his secondary signature logo debuted earlier this year).

Nike's Official Statement

According to Nick DePaula, Nike released the following statement:

"We are proud to continue supporting Victor Wembanyama’s journey with Nike. As one of the most unique and influential athletes in the world, Victor is a generational talent who continues to inspire the game's next generation. We are excited about all that we’ve built together and look forward to more wins ahead."

Victor Wembanyama's Old Nike Logo

Nike unveiled Wembanyama's first logo in April 2024 with a space-themed video during the middle of a Solar Eclipse. The alien logo appeared across several social media posts as well as Wembanyama's player-exclusive basketball shoes.

The alien logo was well-received by fans and athletes. Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker praised the design on social media, "Wemby got the best logo in sports." Now, Wembanyama will begin building a new brand and shoe legacy.

Victor Wembayma's Shoes

Since Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic left Nike for Chinese brand 361 Degrees, Wembanyama became the face of the Nike G.T. Hustle line.

He debuted several colorways, with some releasing online and in stores. Additionally, Wemabanyama had several Nike G.T. Cut 4 colorways, but he never wore them during NBA games.

Wembanyama's Future With Nike

Unlike most rising rookies, Wembanyama was already under contract with Nike before the start of his NBA career. Wembanyama originally signed with Nike in 2022 while playing for Metropolitans 92. That deal was set to expire in September 2026.

If Nike had let Wemabanyama explore other potential footwear sponsors, he would have been the biggest footwear free agent in the NBA. Luckily for the struggling brand, it has solidified its future with Wembanyama. Plus, Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham also has a signature sneaker line scheduled to launch in 2027.

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Pat Benson
PAT BENSON

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Kicks On Sports Illustrated. As a leading voice in footwear journalism, he breaks news, spotlights important stories, and interviews the biggest names in sports. Previously, Pat has reported on the NBA and authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)." You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.

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