Damian Lillard in China

The NBA Portland Trailblazers' All Star point guard Damian Lillard recently tipped off the adidas Take on Summer Tour of Tokyo, Japan, China, and Paris through July 1.

Lillard is interacting with fans from all over, with basketball demonstrations and pick-up games, in-store appearances, interviews and more. adidas will also launch an exclusive Take on Summer collection which includes the D Lillard 1 in solar orange, inspired by the long, bright days of summer.

Currently, Lillard is in the middle of the China tour which will have him visit several places-- perhaps I should file a quick vacation and head back East.

NBA All Star PG signs with adidas

Two seasons after making a mark in the NBA as one of its rising point guards, the Portland Trailblazers' Damian Lillard and adidas recently announced a long-term partnership extension. The young NBA All Star will continue to be an integral part of adidas Basketball's marketing campaigns.

“I’ve had the opportunity to wear a lot of great product, help design special versions of shoes, be a part of TV commercials and travel the world with the brand. I’m excited for what the future holds for me and adidas.

The 6th overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, Lillard is averaging 21 points, six assists and four rebounds per game for the Trail Blazers.

Other adidas athletes include Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls, WNBA MVP Candace Parker and FIFA World Player of the Year Lionel Messi FC Barcelona.

About adidas 
adidas has been providing innovative products for the world’s best athletes for more than 50 years, from past legends to today’s superstars, such as Derrick Rose, Dwight Howard and Candace Parker.  On April 11, 2006 adidas and the National Basketball Association signed an 11-year global merchandising partnership making the adidas brand the official uniform and apparel provider for the NBA, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and the NBA Development League (D-League) beginning with the 2006-07 NBA season.

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