Today he joins a roster, but first he joins a Family. Welcome to #TeamJordan @JabariParker. #TakeFlight http://t.co/5qIKliKzSq
— Jordan (@Jumpman23) June 26, 2014
Chicago native and high school basketball standout Jabari Parker is likely to be a top pick in tonight’s NBA Draft. But before the draft, Parker signed his first deal.
Jordan Brand has announced they have signed former Simeon star Parker to a shoe deal. Making Parker the first member of this draft class to sign with Jordan. A Parker edition of Air Jordan shoes is certainly coming if not soon then surely by the start of the season.
The question is, will it be Cleveland wine and gold or Milwaukee green?
This is the first of many deals for Parker who is regarded as one of the best prospects in a loaded NBA draft class.
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