Rasheed Wallace Detroit Pistons 2007-2008 Game Worn & Signed Sneakers | 36 Points

Former Seattle SuperSonics Ball Boy

These sneakers were worn by Wallace on November 8, 2007, when the Detroit Pistons lost to the Chicago Bulls 93-97. Wallace recorded 36 points and 9 rebounds in 42 minutes. The pair has been photomatched to the game by Sports Investors Authentication. The sneakers are accompanied by a letter from James Spence regarding the signatures.

The Air Force 1 is arguably Nike's most iconic sneaker and in many regards the first of its kind. Previously realized in running shoes, the introduction of Nike's Air technology in the midsole was a revolutionary concept for basketball footwear. Designer Bruce Kilgore, working alongside an aerospace engineer, brought the project to life with a hiking boot-inspired, ankle-strapped high top. Kilgore's first basketball sneaker, the Air Force 1 was brought to market in 1982.

Years later, throughout his NBA career, Rasheed Wallace chose to wear Air Force 1s on the court. Deemed unusual by many, particularly during the 2000s as basketball footwear technology rapidly developed, his loyalty to the model resulted in numerous custom colorways, often featuring an embroidered image of him executing a jump shot on the heel.