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Why Authentic Brands Group Is Playing the Long Game With Reebok

The brand management firm has been far more protective of Reebok than it has with its other brands since the former sneaker powerhouse became its largest purchase ever.
The back of a chair on a basketball court that reads "Pumped by Reebok" with Reebok's logo inside of a basketball inside of a box on the left side.
Detailed view of the "Pumped by Reebok" chairs are seen prior to the round 13 NBL match between Sydney Kings and Illawarra Hawks at Qudos Bank Arena, on December 25, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Jeremy Ng)

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Reebok Names New Head of Basketball

Designer Jide Osifeso will shape the creative direction of Reebok Basketball as the brand seeks to re-establish itself in a performance category it’s been absent from for more than a decade.

How Angel Reese Became the WNBA’s Fashion All-Star

As a basketball player for Louisiana State University, Reese was a force on and off the court, winning everything there was to win and earning the nickname “Bayou Barbie” for her fierce looks. Now, the breakout WNBA star and BoF 500 member is making waves in fashion and beauty — from pre-game “tunnel walks” to red carpet appearances — and netting deals with major brands.

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Mike Sykes
Mike Sykes

Mike Sykes is the Sports and Fashion Correspondent at the Business of Fashion. He is based in Washington, D.C. and is laser-focused on covering the sportswear world where it intersects with fashion, tech and more.

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