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Tattoos<\/strong> and sneakers<\/strong> have always been a form of self expression, and the NBA hardwood has always served as a fitting stage. Over the years, we\u2019ve seen some of the game\u2019s biggest names and biggest personalities push the envelope on ink while rocking some of the most talked about kicks. Today at Snkrs Day, we\u2019re taking a look back at three of the most prominent players when it comes to shoes and tattoos. Get a rundown of our favorites below, and while you\u2019re getting your kicks and ink fix, click here<\/a>\u00a0to sign up for the\u00a0Ink Master Tattoo Bracket 2014<\/strong> for a chance to win a trip to SXSW.<\/p>\n

Dennis Rodman<\/h2>\n

\"Dennis<\/p>\n

\"Converse
photo via Mis Zapas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Consider the Worm to be the originator. Long before being inked was the norm, Dennis Rodman<\/strong> was also dyed and pierced. His Gen X attitude appealed to fans, and his self expressive tattoos were a breakthrough for the NBA. During the 97-98 season, Converse even laced him with the AS Rodman<\/strong>, inspired in part by his wild ink.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Allen Iverson<\/h2>\n

\"Allen<\/p>\n

\"Reebok<\/p>\n

A hero based on heart, Allen Iverson<\/strong> wore his dedication and desire though his ink and kicks. The Reebok Answer IV<\/strong> solidified both, sporting his ever iconic “Only the Strong Survive” tattoo on the insoles.<\/p>\n

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J.R. Smith<\/h2>\n photo via Jocks and Stiletto Jill<\/a>\n

Sure, J.R. Smith<\/strong> doesn’t have a signature shoe, but he did one better by getting the Air Jordan 2 tattooed on his chest. MJ’s second shoe to sport his name is not only depicted alongside a Jumpman and jersey, but among the many retro models that Team Swish favorites on and off the court.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a>\u00a0to sign up for\u00a0Spike\u2019s Ink Master Tatto Bracket 2014<\/strong>\u00a0for a chance to win free tickets to SXSW.<\/p>\n

Lead image photo by Todd Heisler for The New York Times<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Tattoos and sneakers have always been a form of self expression, and the NBA hardwood has always served as a fitting stage. Over the years, we\u2019ve seen some of the game\u2019s biggest names and biggest personalities push the envelope on ink while rocking some of the most talked about kicks. Today at Snkrs Day, we\u2019re taking a look back at three of the most prominent players when it comes to shoes and tattoos. Get a rundown of our favorites below, and while you\u2019re getting your kicks and ink fix, click here to sign up for the Ink Master Tattoo Bracket 2014 for a chance to win a trip to SXSW.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2415,"featured_media":363248,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[618],"tags":[1225537],"cultivate_rss":[],"class_list":{"2":"type-post"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nInked Icons: When Tattoos Hit the Hardwood | Snkrs Day<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Where to buy Inked Icons: When Tattoos Hit the Hardwood shoes. 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