Satou Sabally has had a busy off-season. The Dallas Wings star has been involved in Unrivaled, her future in the WNBA, and now there is speculation about a potential brand deal. Despite being one of the 11 female athletes signed by the Jordan Brand in 2021, Sabally’s recent appearance raised questions about her partnership with the brand.
As the inaugural Unrivaled season is about to begin, Sabally and her teammate, Sabrina Ionescu, posed for a photoshoot at Phantom. While the photoshoot was adorable, sneaker enthusiasts noticed Sabally wearing Adidas AE 1 shoes instead of Jordans in the shared images.
Sabally has been associated with the Jordan brand for 3 years, participating in events and even receiving her own Air Jordan 37 Colorway in 2022. Seeing her in Adidas sneakers instead of Jordans came as a surprise to many.
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The speculation about Sabally potentially leaving Jordan Brand for Adidas sparked discussions among fans and sneaker enthusiasts.
Despite her previous excitement about joining Jordan Brand, Sabally has not made any big moves lately, fueling the speculations. Adidas, with its focus on empowering women in basketball, could be an attractive destination for Sabally.
While all of this remains speculation for now, it adds an interesting chapter to Sabally’s off-season.
Satou Sabally makes big move
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After five seasons with the Dallas Wings, Satou Sabally announced that she won’t be continuing with the franchise. She praised Dallas for making it home for her but expressed her gratitude and readiness to find a new team.
Sabally’s impressive statistics with the Wings make her a sought-after player. New York Liberty is a top prospect, offering a reunion with her Oregon teammate, Sabrina Ionescu.
Indiana Fever and Las Vegas Aces are also potential landing spots for Sabally, given their roster needs and fan demands.
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For now, Sabally is focused on Unrivaled as she navigates this significant off-season.