Ever since New York Knicks guard Walt “Clyde” Frazier landed the first signature sneaker deal in NBA history, the best athletic brands have collaborated with star athletes to create sneakers that suit their individual games and personalities. Everyone knows about the big sneaker brands like Nike, Adidas, PUMA and Under Armour, but the sneaker landscape has grown a lot in the past decade. In fact, all of these brands are China-based, allowing these players to establish a more global footprint for their personal brands.

Continue swiping to see the best NBA signature sneakers from smaller brands.

Rigorer AR2

Austin Reaves, Los Angeles Lakers

The standout Los Angles Lakers guard earned his spot in the Lakers' big trio alongside LeBron James and Luka Dončić. Now, he’s on his third signature shoe model and acts as the spokesperson for Rigorer, a Chinese sports apparel brand started in 2014.

Anta KT10

Klay Thompson, Dallas Mavericks

The sharpshooting guard's latest signature model is designed for offensive movement and scoring, but its great for players at any position. Klay's move to the Dallas Mavericks in 2024 coincided with this special 10th anniversary release.

Anta KAI 2

Kyrie Irving, Dallas Mavericks

After a high profile separation from Nike in 2023, Kyrie Irving signed up as a signature athlete and the Chief Creative Officer of Anta basketball to amazing results. The Anta KAI 2 improves on the design of the KAI 1 to include and more supportive sole and a cushioning system that's plush but keeps Kyrie close to the floor, allowing him to pull off an array of dribbling moves.

361° AG 6

Aaron Gordon, Denver Nuggets

Back in 2020, Aaron Gordon says he left Nike for 361º because of the company’s commitments to improvement and his ability to positively influence communities across the world. Now on his sixth shoe, the reviews all praise it for its durability and versatility.

361° DVD4

Spencer Dinwiddie, Charlotte Hornets

Bucket-getting guard Spencer Dinwiddie found his sneaker home with 361º during his time with the Washington Wizards. His fifth sneaker has evolved into a top performer as is the case with many signature models produced by brands like Li-Ning, Anta and Peak.

Li-Ning JB3

Jimmy Butler, Golden State Warriors

Similar to Li-Ning’s most notable signature athlete Dwyane Wade, Butler’s sneakers are often considered better performers than similar offerings from Nike and Adidas. Reviewers praise the JB3's amazing traction, high-tech cushioning system and its accommodation of various foot shapes.