Despite Initial Negativity, Zion Williamson’s Blown-Out Shoe Actually Provides an Opportunity for Nike
It also showed them to be a frontrunner among athletes

Zion Williamson sprained his ankle in a game on Feb. 20 when his Nike sneaker ripped apart as he tried to pivot.
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On Feb. 20, 18-year-old basketball phenom Zion Williamson blew out his Nike PG 2.5 shoes during Duke’s game against UNC, sending him off the court with a knee injury.