GUANGZHOU,CHINA – August 5,2025 – Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden unveiled a newly designed outdoor basketball court in Guangzhou,China,today,a collaboration between Adidas and designer Yin.The court features a mural of Harden and incorporates imagery from Adidas’s 2025 UNO Tour.
The court, located in Guangzhou’s Tianhe District, was revealed during a rain shower. harden initially appeared surprised by the unveiling, but responded with visible excitement, pumping his fists after the tarp was removed. The baselines of the court display the tour slogan “Under No One,” referencing Harden’s jersey number (1),alongside the Chinese phrase “登峰造极” (dēng fēng zào jí),which translates to “reaching the peak.”
The court reveal 💥 @adidasHoops
Designer Yin chose the 2025 UNO Tour imagery for the court design and the baselines display the tour slogans: “Under No One” and 登峰造极! https://t.co/141YyOaMSC pic.twitter.com/SO29KtrMjF
– LA Clippers (@LAClippers) August 5, 2025
Addressing a crowd estimated at several hundred attendees, Harden expressed his gratitude, stating, “Thank you guys. I know it’s rain, you guys here supporting me, I love you so much.” The unveiling followed a prior event at the parc Central shopping mall in Guangzhou City,where Harden signed autographs for thousands of fans,personalizing Adidas sneakers and Clippers jerseys.
Harden’s connection with the Chinese market dates back to 2019, with annual tours coinciding with the release of his signature Adidas footwear line. His 2023 visit, while playing for the Philadelphia 76ers, garnered notable attention when he publicly criticized 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey, an incident that preceded his trade to the Clippers.
Harden recently re-signed with the Los Angeles Clippers on June 28, 2025, agreeing to a two-year contract worth $81.5 million. In the 2024-25 NBA season, Harden averaged 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists, earning All-NBA Third Team honors. Adidas has maintained a strong presence in the Chinese market, with the UNO Tour representing a key marketing initiative. Designer Yin, a Guangzhou native, was selected for her innovative approach to urban sports spaces.
The court is located at the Guangzhou sports Park, specifically within the outdoor basketball area adjacent to the main stadium. The project was funded jointly by Adidas and the Guangzhou Municipal Sports Bureau, with construction completed over a three-week period. The court surface utilizes a specialized acrylic coating designed for enhanced durability and weather resistance.
Harden’s signature Adidas shoe line, currently in its eighth iteration (the Harden Vol. 8), has consistently been a top seller in the Chinese market, contributing substantially to Adidas’s overall revenue in the region.
“You guys never cease to amaze me, every time feels like the first time … I just hope you know the love is reciprocated,” Harden wrote in a social media post following the event.
