The website said it heard of the news from athletic retailers. Five colorways tied to Spiderman comics such as “Venom,” “Carnage” and “Scarlet Spider” are to be featured. Mitchell’s nickname is Spida. He has worn “Venom”-inspired customized shoes while playing.
Adidas’ other ambassadors with shoes include reigning MVP James Harden of the Houston Rockets, Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers and Derrick Rose of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Other ambassadors include Kristaps Porzingis, Andrew Wiggins, Brandon Ingram, Zach LaVine, Jaylen Brown, John Wall and Jeremy Lin.