Charlotte Hornets rookie James Bouknight has signed a multiyear shoe and apparel endorsement contract with Nike, the 11th overall pick confirmed to Nick DePaula of the Boardroom.
Bouknight is the sixth prospect this year to sign with Nike, joining Cade Cunningham, Scottie Barnes, Jonathan Kuminga, Chris Duarte and Moses Moody. They join a star-studded roster of athletes, including LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Paul George among others.
The 20-year-old recently finished off a strong stint in the Las Vegas Summer League with the Hornets.