On episode 49 of KG CERTIFIED, Kevin Garnett sits down with footwear industry and lifestyle writer, Nick DePaula, to talk all things about the basketball shoe industry. Plus, they look back on some of the best shoes in the game, share legendary stories, and talk about the impact of Michael Jordan.

Nick DePaula | Inside The Basketball Sneaker Industry | EP 49 | KG Certified

KG CERTIFIED is a series hosted by Hall of Fame NBA legend, Kevin Garnett. Garnett traverses the sports landscape to bring you unparalleled sit-downs with the biggest stars and most influential power brokers in the industry. Plus, KG is joined weekly by former teammate and Hall Of Famer Paul Pierce to break down the latest in the NBA in TICKET & THE TRUTH.

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Nick DePaula | Inside The Basketball Sneaker Industry | EP 49 | KG Certified

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