NBA’s Lance Stephenson, Jr to Endorse AND1
November 28, 2012
AND1, buy order | the basketball brand known for bold statements, viagra order topnotch apparel and footwear for on-court performance and off-court lifestyle has announced the signing of NBA player Lance Stephenson, discount Jr. to an endorsement contract.
“Lance is a welcome addition to the AND 1 family,” said Robert Purvy, AND1 Brand President. “He is a very promising young talent and is committed to playing at the highest level. We at AND 1 share the same passion, as we produce only the best basketball footwear and apparel for our customers.”
Lance, aka “Born Ready”, is currently in his third year with the Indiana Pacers. He hails from Brooklyn, New York and played for Lincoln High School in Coney Island where he remains as NY state’s all-time leading scorer in high school basketball (2,946 points).
Stephenson has been a winner since high school, with city basketball championships (four years with Lincoln), was named New York State Mr. Basketball, a McDonald’s All-American Team selection in 2009, and was awarded the Big East Rookie of the Year in 2010 with the Cincinnati Bearcats.
The third-year guard is now part of this year’s starting line-up for the Pacers. He is seeing major playing time and according to his coach Frank Vogel “statistically, he’s been our best wing option (with Danny Granger out)”. In just 14 games into the 2012-13 season, he is averaging 7.9ppg, 3rpg and is shooting 47% from 3pt range, and is continuously improving his game.
“I’m really honored to be considered by AND1 to be part of its roster of NBA endorsers” said the 6-foot-5, 228-pound playmaker. “I believe that my on-court playing style and dedication to the game is a perfect match for the AND1 brand’s commitment to producing only the best basketball gear.”