Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, born 1947 in New York City and known on the court for his iconic “Skyhook” throw, is not only a basketball legend, but also a pop culture icon.

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His impressive career began with the Milwaukee Bucks and later took him to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he played on the legendary “Showtime” team alongside Magic Johnson.

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With six NBA championships and six MVP titles, he shaped the game like hardly anyone else.

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Off the playing field, Abdul-Jabbar campaigned for social justice and civil rights, wrote books and was also seen in films and series — including co-pilot Roger Murdock in the cult comedy “Airplane!”.

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Another highlight was his legendary movie moment in the fight against Bruce Lee in “Game of Death”, which still enjoys cult status today. Bruce Lee and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar knew each other well as Lee trained him in martial arts.

The fight in “Game of Death” is a well-known scene that thrives on the contrast between Lee's speed and Abdul-Jabbar's imposing size.

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He also had a role alongside Chevy Chase in “Fletch” and

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a guest appearance in the popular series “The Prince of Bel-Air,” where he further consolidated his presence as a basketball and pop culture icon.

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His influence extends far beyond sport and has redefined the image of a basketball player in society.

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adidas Basketball is now honoring this icon with new colorways from the Jabbar OG Collection, which originally came onto the market in 1978 as the first basketball sneaker model with the image of an athlete.

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The new Jabbar OG Edition stays true to the original design and shows Kareem's Legacy in every detail.

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— Smooth Leather Tongue and Upper: premium smooth leather for an elegant, timeless look

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— Suede toe cap: suede in the toe area ensures durability and an elegant finish

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— Gold Foil Logos: Gold foil logos on tongue and heel pay tribute to Kareem's legendary career

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— Soft leather collar and lining: Soft leather for luxurious comfort

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— Cream White Midsole: A cream-colored midsole combines modern and retro elements

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— Eyestay Treatment: Gives the shoes a vintage look, matching the heritage character

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— Tumbled Leather 3 stripes: The iconic adidas 3 stripes made of embossed leather complete the design

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The adidas Jabbar OG Collection, also available in Royal Blue, will be available tomorrow at Asphaltgold.

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Photos (c) adidas, IMAGO/Manny Rubio, USA Today Sports; Malcolm Emmons, USA Today Sports; Paramount Pictures; Columbia Pictures, Everett Collection; Universal Pictures, Everett Collection; UIG; Imagn Images, Malcolm Emmons; ZUMA Press