It’s interesting how things would change quickly when you deliver against all the odds. Diana Taurasi, one of the WNBA veterans, gave Caitlin Clark a hard time in her rookie season. But after CC’s successful first year and DT’s retirement, things are now smooth.
The Phoenix Mercury legend even acts as an endorser for the 23-year-old guard. In a recent interview, the retired player praised the youngster with a compliment and endorsed her Nike Signature shoes.
Diana Taurasi Endorses Caitlin Clark For Nike Signature Shoes
Nike is one of the premium sports apparel companies, and its shoes are making a business in billions. Along with top NBA players, the shoe giant has collaborated with WNBA players too, including Sabrina Ionescu, A’ja Wilson, Sheryl Swoopes, and Diana Taurasi, among those stars with an exclusive signature shoe line with the brand.
The player is currently promoting her documentary and enjoying a retirement life. In an interview, she answered a simple question (as per her reaction) – Which WNBA player should have signature Nike shoes?
“Caitlin, of course. I mean, I know she has some (player exclusives), little colorways, but you can do that on Nike ID. I mean, the next Caitlin shoe should be the next one, and you know my kids will be wearing it,” Taurasi answered without hesitation. (via X/FOS)
Diana Taurasi says Caitlin Clark should be the next WNBA player to get a signature shoe.
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"My kids will be wearing it." pic.twitter.com/MupeNHSAv7
The relationship between the league’s all-time leading scorer and Caitlin Clark has taken an interesting journey, from the ‘reality is coming’ to endorsing a signature shoe for her.
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The superstar players have Nike as a brand partner with her other high-profile deals. The deal also includes a signature shoe. In January 2025, the Nike CEO confirmed that they are working on the design and logo with the player, but hadn’t confirmed a release date.
Caitlin Clark Giving Away Nike Kobe 5 To College Team In Indiana
As it happens, the former Iowa star is using Nike Kobe 5 PEs, aka the Nike Kobe 5 Protro, in an actual game. She debuted the series and mentioned that they are one of her preferred kicks. The star is not keeping the pair for herself, though.
Late in July, she gifted every member of the Butler Men’s Basketball team a pair of their size. Her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, who works with the team as an assistant coach, helped her with the gift. She also handed Nike Protro 5 to her former team players—the Iowa Hawkeyes Men’s and Women’s teams. Fans are eagerly waiting for Clark’s signature shoes, though.