Much imitated and parodied, Nike released this freestyle basketball commercial at the height of America’s And 1 street ball fascination, which quickly captured the attention of hoopsters looking to quench their street-move fix. Directed by in-demand hip-hop music video director Paul Hunter, NBA stars and street ball notables came together for this compelling, rhythmic show-off fest.
No. 19 - Hangin’ and Gotta Be the Shoes by Michael Jordan and Mars Blackmon
These goofy - but entertaining - spots written and directed by Spike Lee and starring his “main man” Michael Jordan are probably the most referenced and remembered series of basketball commercials ever. Mars Blackmon and Brooklyn are in the house.