Phil Knight says Nike has 'an interest' in Lonzo Ball
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GLENDALE, Ariz. — Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike, said the company would be interested in signing Lonzo Ball, the UCLA star who is turning pro after completing his freshman season.
Knight also said he has no qualms about Lonzo’s father, LaVar, seeking $1 billion in exchange for a shoe and apparel deal for Lonzo and LaVar Ball’s two younger brothers.
“If he can get it, get it,’’ Knight said.
But apparently the Balls won’t be getting that $1 billion from Nike.
“It’s a little steep,’’ said Knight, and of Lonzo Ball he added, ““He’s an awfully great player. Yeah, we have an interest.”
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