Nike Signs Jaren Jackson Jr. to Multi-Year Endorsement Deal

The fourth overall pick from the 2018 NBA Draft, Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. has signed a 4-year sneaker and apparel deal with Nike entering his rookie season.

Jaren Jackson Jr. Air Jordan 11 Low Easter
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Jaren Jackson Jr. Air Jordan 11 Low Easter

One of the top rookies from the incoming NBA class, Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. just landed a major endorsement deal.

According to Nick DePaula, Nike has inked Jackson to a 4-year sneaker and apparel deal. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. A freshman from Michigan State, Jackson was selected fourth overall in June's NBA Draft.

Memphis’ #4 overall pick @JarenJacksonJr has signed a multi-year sneaker & apparel endorsement deal with Nike. pic.twitter.com/rpLRVPQoPD

In one season with the Spartans, Jackson was named Big Ten Freshman of the Year, Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and Third Team All-Big Ten. He's the highest pick from the 2018 Draft to sign with Nike, with Puma signing top picks DeAndre Ayton and Marvin Bagley III as part of an aggressive push back into the basketball market. Luka Doncic, the third overall pick, will play his rookie season in Nike as part of an existing agreement.