Ben Simmons on Competition, Individuality, and Philly

This article is presented by Nike as part of Air Max Month, which celebrates the enduring legacy of the Air Max

Formed by contradictions, Ben Simmons’ combination of physical presence with the court vision, dexterity, and ability to control the game of a much lighter player marked him as a rare breed from the moment the world set eyes on him. Now he’s not only a hometown success story, but Philadelphia’s new favourite son.

To mark Air Max Month, Nike featured Simmons in a video where he discusses coming from a competitive family, looking up to LeBron, and the importance of a good haircut. 

Air Max Month celebrates the shoe that changed the sneaker world 30 years ago, and has continued to captivate generations of fans since. You can find out more about Air Max Month and the future of the revolution here