Start ’em Young: 8 Teenage Athletes That Scored Sneaker Deals

Kobe Bryant

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Age: 17
Brand: adidas

Prior to landing with the Lakers, Kobe Bryant signed a six-year, $48 million dollar deal with adidas. The high school phenom was set to endorse the Feet You Wear line, and was the first of many prep stars to sign with the Three Stripes.