Which athlete's endorsement deal led to the creation of the first signature basketball shoe line that would completely transform the athletic footwear industry?

How well do you know the groundbreaking endorsement deals that changed the sports retail landscape forever? Before massive deals became commonplace, certain partnerships between athletes and brands revolutionized sports marketing and created entirely new product categories. Test your knowledge about one of the most influential athlete-brand partnerships that transformed both athletic footwear and sports marketing forever.

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Michael Jordan with Nike (Air Jordan, 1984)
Magic Johnson with Converse (Weapon, 1986)
Larry Bird with Adidas (Superstar, 1979)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with Puma (Clyde, 1973)