Basketball players don’t show off their best stuff solely on the court, they make sure to bring their A-game to their off-court outfits. It’s important for basketball stars to become their own brand. Many are following in the footsteps of past superstars like Michael Jordan who pretty much created the branded footwear and sportswear line that many current athletes aspire to. Not all of these athletes will get the chance to design and sell a shoe with their name on it, but a few of them will. Those who perform well both on the court, and know how to cultivate their brand off court are the ones who seem to have the biggest fans and audience.
I’m going to take you through some well known, and not so well known, basketball players who exude style and are doing their best to look great on and off the court.
John Wall
Washington Wizards
He was included on Refinery29’s list of 30 under 30 in D.C.. In a Washington Post article he stated he wanted to be “an NBA fashion icon”.
Derrick Rose
Chicago Bulls
He sure can pull off a suit.
Kevin Durant
Oklahoma City Thunder
He’ll sport glasses at a press conference, and nobody will bat an eye. He makes it work.
Tyson Chandler
Phoenix Suns
He’s willing to go out and try new styles. We applaud you for that, Mr. Chandler.
Amar’e Stoudemire
Miami Heat
His style is always on point, it’s insane!