Curry Wears Devin Booker Nike Book 1, Suns Win

Merlin sees Stephen Curry using sneaker free agency to salute peers. After leaving Under Armour on Nov. 13 and becoming a "sneaker free agent", Curry wore Devin Booker’s "Nike Book 1" during Thursday’s game. Booker said he "sent Curry a few pairs" at Curry's request. Booker then led the Suns to a 99 98 win as Curry had 15 points on 3 of 13 shooting, seven assists and a season high nine rebounds. This is part theater and part leverage. Merlin senses Curry enjoys the freedom to honor players and stir nostalgia, like when he warmed up in the Kobe 6 Mambacita. It boosts his cultural value and could shift how stars use game nights to audition brands. Watch for more surprise tributes and headlines as deals evolve.