Zion Williamson Signs With Jordan Brand

As one of the most anticipated sports and footwear stories of the summer, no. 1 overall pick Zion Williamson agreed to sign with Jordan.

In the official Nike News announcement, Zion and MJ spoke about their future together.

“I feel incredibly blessed to be a part of the Jordan Brand family,” says Williamson. “Since I was a kid, I dreamed of making it to the league and having the type of impact on the game Michael Jordan had and continues to have today. He was one of those special athletes I looked up to, and I really can’t express how happy and excited I am for this journey.”

MJ added, “Zion’s incredible determination, character and play are inspiring,” says Jordan. “He’s an essential part of the new talent that will help lead the brand into the future. He told us he would ‘shock the world,’ and asked us to believe him. We do.”