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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
D'Angelo Russell draws hundreds of fans in Beijing, each paying $300 for a rare meet-and-greet experience
(Image Source - Getty Images) Imagine shelling out $300 just to meet an NBA player! That's what hundreds of basketball enthusiasts in Beijing did to meet Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell during his recent tour in China. This event was part of the promotion for his new shoe, the DLO 1, and fans lined up for hours to get autographs, take selfies, and participate in a podcast-style Q&A with Russell. The turnout was so massive that even Russell seemed a bit shocked by the response. Reactions to D'Angelo Russell's $300 meet-and-greet event are mixed On May 20, 2025, D'Angelo Russell hit up Beijing during his seven-day tour of China with Li-Ning, the big sportswear brand. The event took place in a lively mall where fans shelled out around 2,299 Chinese Yuan (roughly $320 USD) to meet the NBA star. They enjoyed a unique experience with autographs, selfies, and even gotta ask Russell questions during a live podcast. The hefty price tag sparked mixed reactions on social media. Some fans expressed disbelief, labeling the cost as excessive. One user commented, "Daylight robbery," while another quipped, "Paying $300 to meet DLo is not worth it lol" . Despite the online skepticism, the event drew a massive crowd, underscoring Russell's significant popularity in China. People on twitter are also not letting it slide, one user commented, 'Paying $300 to meet DLO is not worth it lol' while another showed support for him and said, 'People want to clown this, but I think it's cool as fuck that even role players like DLo can have an international fandom where people show up to see him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo I enjoy seeing the NBA from a global perspective.' Russell's partnership with Li-Ning, which began in 2019, has played a pivotal role in his international appeal. The DLO 1 "Canvas" colorway, retailing at $110, was released on May 17, 2025, exclusively through KICKS CREW . The shoe's launch coincided with Russell's tour, further amplifying his presence in the Chinese market. Not only did Russell meet with fans, he also watched Game 6 of the CBA Finals and put on Zheng FanBo's Li-Ning jersey. On his visits to Kunming, Changsha and Hong Kong, people have met him with eagerness which underlines the NBA's rising influence across the region. Also Read: Zaccharie Risacher and Zach Edey earn All-Rookie honors alongside Spurs' Stephon Castle The NBA's growing popularity worldwide is made clear by occasions like Russell's meet-and-greet in China. Some might find the cost surprising, but the crowd numbers at the event point to a big and excited fan base across the world. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nets' D'Angelo Russell receives big turnout during visit to Beijing
Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell had an interesting 2024-25 NBA season as he began the campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers, but ended it with the Nets. Russell came to Brooklyn in a midseason trade that gave the Nets the point guard they needed at the time and while he's a free-agent this summer, he's looking to share some of his free time with his fans. Russell is currently in Kunming, Beijing as part of the promotion of his first signature sneaker, the "Dlo 1" series, and it seems that his fanbase extends beyond the borders of the United States, according to a couple of posts on X from NetsDaily. NetsDaily also notes that each fan had to pay the equivalent of $300 to be at the particular event to ask him questions and take pictures with him. Advertisement "Every signature shoe tells a story. For NBA star D'Angelo Russell, that story is one of evolution—marked by moments of breakthrough, quiet resilience, and iconic celebrations," per the blog post pertaining to Russell's shoe release on Russell's shoe is under the Way of Wade brand owned by current co-owner of the Utah Jazz and former NBA Hall-of-Famer Dwyane Wade. Russell, 29, is coming off a 2024-25 season in which he averaged 12.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game while shooting 39.0% from the field and 31.4% from three-point land. During his 29 games with the Nets, Russell put forth 12.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.1 steals per contest on 36.7/29.7/82.6 shooting splits at the end of his 10th season in the league. Russell will be a unrestricted free-agent this summer after completing the second year of the two-year, $36 million contract that he signed with the Lakers two years ago. It's unknown where Russell will be playing next season, but it seems like things are looking up for him off the court as he has finally has his own signature shoe and fans who are celebrating the monumental occasion with him. This article originally appeared on Nets Wire: Nets' D'Angelo Russell receives big turnout during visit to Beijing
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Nets' D'Angelo Russell receives big turnout during visit to Beijing
Nets' D'Angelo Russell receives big turnout during visit to Beijing Each one of these fans paid the equivalent of $300 to ask D'Lo about his career, take pictures with him and get autographs. Part of a multi-city tour. Did we have someone there? Well DUH! — NetsDaily (@NetsDaily) May 20, 2025 Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell had an interesting 2024-25 NBA season as he began the campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers, but ended it with the Nets. Russell came to Brooklyn in a midseason trade that gave the Nets the point guard they needed at the time and while he's a free-agent this summer, he's looking to share some of his free time with his fans. Russell is currently in Kunming, Beijing as part of the promotion of his first signature sneaker, the "Dlo 1" series, and it seems that his fanbase extends beyond the borders of the United States, according to a couple of posts on X from NetsDaily. NetsDaily also notes that each fan had to pay the equivalent of $300 to be at the particular event to ask him questions and take pictures with him. "Every signature shoe tells a story. For NBA star D'Angelo Russell, that story is one of evolution—marked by moments of breakthrough, quiet resilience, and iconic celebrations," per the blog post pertaining to Russell's shoe release on Russell's shoe is under the Way of Wade brand owned by current co-owner of the Utah Jazz and former NBA Hall-of-Famer Dwyane Wade. Russell, 29, is coming off a 2024-25 season in which he averaged 12.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game while shooting 39.0% from the field and 31.4% from three-point land. During his 29 games with the Nets, Russell put forth 12.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.1 steals per contest on 36.7/29.7/82.6 shooting splits at the end of his 10th season in the league. Russell will be a unrestricted free-agent this summer after completing the second year of the two-year, $36 million contract that he signed with the Lakers two years ago. It's unknown where Russell will be playing next season, but it seems like things are looking up for him off the court as he has finally has his own signature shoe and fans who are celebrating the monumental occasion with him.
USA Today
09-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Analyst: Lakers need to replace Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell
Analyst: Lakers need to replace Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell The Los Angeles Lakers badly need to acquire a starting-caliber defensive center this offseason. That deficiency was a big reason they got destroyed in the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves, and fixing it will be job one for them. But the Lakers also need more guard and wing depth. Another reason they did so badly versus Minnesota was their utter lack of scoring off the bench, and it resulted in them being held under 100 points in three of the five games of the series. In other words, according to Spectrum SportsNet analyst Mike Bresnahan, the team needs to replace the skill sets of Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell, the two main players it traded this season in order to get Luka Doncic and Dorian Finney-Smith. He explained the situation on a recent episode of the "Lakeshow" podcast. 'They had that guy D-Lo, they traded him a few days after Christmas, he was going to get his 14-15 off the bench, but you acquired a defender in Dorian Finney-Smith,' Bresnahan said. 'I think you make that trade 10 times out of 10, but now this off-season, to me, is chasing what they gave up in their two big trades. 'A big man who can block shots, get rebounds, maybe stretch the court a little bit more than AD could. 'And then, of course, when you unload a guy like D'Angelo, who had his faults, but he could score, 15 off the bench. Gonna be chasing, I think, those two types of players during the off-season, with not much money to spend. Yeah, I sense a trade coming for sure.' Bresnahan mentioned Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner and the Timberwolves' Naz Reid as two big men Los Angeles could target. However, given that the Pacers are two wins away from another trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, and given how much money Turner will likely command this summer, he may not be a very realistic option. Reid may be more gettable, but he's just 6-foot-9, and he isn't an outstanding rebounder or shot-blocker, at least statistically. Russell was often criticized by Lakers fans during his second stint with the team for his poor play during the playoffs, defensive shortcomings and what some perceived as nonchalance. But he gave the team a bona fide scoring option who would put up about 15-18 points a game, an accurate 3-point shooter and a reliable playmaker. The team doesn't necessarily need to replace his playmaking, but it could use a guard or wing off the bench who could crack double figures in scoring on a regular basis while also being a plus defender.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nets free-agents heading into 2025 NBA offseason
Mar 31, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell (1) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Brooklyn Nets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images The Brooklyn Nets are heading into a crucial offseason in their rebuild in which the team could make any number of moves outside of making picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. Brooklyn heads into the offseason with $91.8 million in projected practical cap space and part of the reason for that as the team has 10 players who will are free-agents this summer. For those keeping track, free-agency normally doesn't begin until after the Draft so Brooklyn is more likely worried about the upcoming Draft class, but free-agency begins shortly after that so keeping an eye on those players will be key as well. Free-agency has been important to the Nets in recent memory as they once upon a time made arguably made the biggest splash in the history of NBA free-agency when they signed Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Advertisement Since Durant and Irving were traded away from Brooklyn, the Nets have not made major splashes in free-agency outside of re-signing their own players like Cam Johnson and Nic Claxton along with potentially re-signing Cam Thomas this offseason. Without further ado, here are the Nets free-agents heading into the offseason following the 2024-25 season: D'Angelo Russell (UFA) NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 10: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts during the second half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Barclays Center on March 10, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets won 111-108. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Ziaire Williams (RFA) Mar 20, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Ziaire Williams (8) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trendon Watford (UFA) Feb 22, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Trendon Watford (9) reacts after a score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Cam Thomas (RFA) Mar 11, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (24) dribbles beside Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images Day'Ron Sharpe (RFA) Jan 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Day'Ron Sharpe (20) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers Trey Jemison III (55) in the first half at Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Keon Johnson (Team Option) Mar 26, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Johnson (45) brings the ball up court against Toronto Raptors center Orlando Robinson (21) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Jalen Wilson (Team Option) Jan 1, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson (22) shoots the ball over Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Tyrese Martin (Team Option) Mar 31, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Tyrese Martin (13) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Brooklyn Nets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Drew Timme (Team Option) Apr 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Drew Timme (26) brings the ball up court against the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Reece Beekman (RFA/Two-Way) Apr 6, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Reece Beekman (4) dribbles the ball against Toronto Raptors guard Ochai Agbaji (30) during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images This article originally appeared on Nets Wire: Nets free-agents heading into 2025 NBA offseason
