Back to Main MenuCelebrationsFraud PreventionManage Your AdPlace an AdTracy Boulian / The Plain DealerLeBron James has a new deal with Nike and it does not include relocation bonuses, which could be good news for Cavalier fans. CLEVELAND, Ohio On Monday, LeBron James filmed a Nike commercial ticketed for NBA playoff telecasts at St. Vincent St. Mary High School in Akron. It was just the latest in a series of spots dating Air Jordan 6 Rings back seven years, reflecting James’ now long standing relationship with the shoe giant. There will be many, many more.James’ seven year contract with Nike was set to expire in a couple of months, but a new long term deal has been reached that will keep Nike and James together for at least the next seven years. That means tens of millions for James but it also may mean some peace of mind for concerned Cavaliers fans about Nike’s role in James’ upcoming free agency decision.”LeBron James is one of the world’s best basketball players and global sports icon that has transcended generations and cultures,” Nike said in a statement confirming the deal. “Nike’s relationship with LeBron has created innovative basketball products and captivating campaigns. We’re proud to continue our partnership with him for years to come.”Financial terms were not disclosed.However, according to multiple sources, the new deal does not have any bonuses for James to play in a larger market such as New York, Chicago or Nike LeBron 12 Los Angeles. There has been some speculation that such clauses in endorsement deals may have been something for James to consider when he becomes a free agent in July.Instead, James will continue to focus on winning, which is helping shoe sales. The current version of James’ signature shoe, the Zoom LeBron VI, has been the best selling version of the shoe. Two Final Four teams, Butler and Michigan State, will be wearing LeBron styles at the Final Four.The increase in popularity can be attributed to James winning the Most Valuable Player Award and the Cavs’ success over the last two seasons. It is giving momentum for Nike to roll out more James products and likely with a new logo after he completes his number change next season.”We have a great relationship with Nike and LeBron’s relationship with (Nike Senior Director of Basketball) Lynn Merritt is irreplaceable,” said Maverick Carter, the CEO of James’ Cleveland based LRMR Marketing and Branding, which put Jordan Pro Strong the Nike deal together.In the last year, Carter has also extended James’ relationship with Coca Cola and signed James to an endorsement deal with McDonald’s.”The way the deal works is a testament to how much work has gone into LeBron’s brand,” said Carter, who had talks with Nike over 18 months about the new contract. Air Jordan 7s “The team LeBron has there means the world to us.”Nike has developed a team Jordan Winterized 6 Rings for James at its Beaverton, Ore., headquarters that includes lead shoe designer Jason Petrie, head apparel designer Lee Walters and brand managers John Hess and Omar Johnson, brand marketing.Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy PolicyThe material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Northeast Ohio Media Group LLC.