Before Ben Affleck donned an ill-fitting wig and distracting polarized sunglasses in his portrayal of Phil Knight in “Air ... to sign Michael Jordan to his first sneaker deal.

In fact, Nike was primarily known for its signature track and field shoes at the time, despite producing the legendary Air Force 1 ... Nike Phil Knight wasn't even on board with signing Jordan ...

In 1992, Taylor sat down with Phil Knight, Michael Jordan, Bill Bowerman and others. Air highlights Nike's recruitment of Jordan as a key piece to its growth. And our interviews touched on some of ...

(KOIN) — Ben Affleck will portray Portland native and Nike co-founder Phil Knight in the new ... to make $3 million within the first three years of the Air Jordan brand, but the line brought ...