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    In addition to outfitting the Men's and Women's National Teams, Nike will support all national teams represented by USA Basketball, including USA Basketball junior and developmental teams. "Nike has been an ardent supporter of USA Basketball and a key contributor to developing the values of teamwork and dedication that the Men's and Women's National Teams exhibited during the games in Beijing ... The long-term expansion of our partnership has helped make our teams stronger and we look forward to working together with Nike to achieve new heights both on and off the court for years to come." "We are honored to extend our partnership and further our relationship with USA Basketball," said Lynn Merritt, Director Global Basketball Sports Marketing for Nike. Full Article at US Olympic Team
    Nike has been an ardent supporter of USA Basketball and a key contributor to developing the values of teamwork and dedication that the Men's and Women's National Teams exhibited during the games in Beijing ... The long-term expansion of our partnership has helped make our teams stronger and we look forward to working together with Nike to achieve new heights both on and off the court for years to come.
    SOURCE: US Olympic Team 4 weeks ago
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Nike Expands Relationship With USA Basketball
  1. We are honored to extend our partnership and further our relationship with USA Basketball ... We were pleased with our association and involvement with USA Basketball, and to share in the success of the Beijing Olympic gold medal team. We will provide innovative products that will assist the USA Basketb...
    SOURCE: US Olympic Team 4 weeks ago

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