Being selected in the NBA Draft is a huge moment for any young basketball player. But the real sign that an athlete has made it, beyond just shaking David Stern's hand, is when he inks his first shoe contract. At that point, the man hasn't just arrived on the scene — he's proven that he's worthy of many corporate dollars. And, as we all know, making as much money as possible is the true goal of playing a professional sport. So we must congratulate No. 1 pick , Team USA member, and New Orleans Hornets big man Anthony Davis on his new deal with the Oregon-based sports apparel company Nike (via SLAM ). Though terms have not yet been released, Davis figures to make a good amount of money. Nike has already commissioned* a Davis art print with conjoined swooshes standing in for his literally trademarked unibrow. Additionally, Davis has been wearing the Hyperdunk 2012 during Team USA games. Chances are his contract also dictates that he burn all his clothing manufactured by competitors, but we have not received confirmation of these rumors.

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