Under Armour HOVR Havoc<\/a>, we caught up with the calm and collected rising Sun to talk about hooping in low tops since high school and creating a culture for his squad this season in Phoenix.<\/p>\nNick DePaula: Now that you’ve had a year in the pros, what’s the process been like with the brand?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> It’s definitely different and something I’m still learning how to do fully. Like being a part of this [launch] with Under Armour — what we say actually matters. I try to go a little deeper into my thinking and consider things I really like in a shoe that really help me. I think Under Armour did a really great job with the HOVR Havoc. First, they made sure it was comfortable and reliable, then they made the colorways awesome and I’m happy with it.<\/p>\nNick DePaula: We have the same favorite shoe to play in — the Curry 1 Low. What are some of the things that made you like that shoe so much?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> The thing about the Curry 1 Low is that the traction was amazing and that the base around the shoe made me feel so locked down — wherever I went the shoe was gonna go and I was never worried about coming out of the shoe. They were light, and I love low tops. I wear highs sometimes, but my preference is definitely a low top shoe.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Nick DePaula: Once you started to play in the HOVR Havoc, what were some of your favorite attributes of the shoe on court?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> The grip is good, it’s light — I felt like I could run, jump and explode. The cushioning inside the shoe feels comfortable when I come down and land. It’s really stylish and it looks good. I’m excited for a couple of PEs that I might have come out this year.<\/p>\nNick DePaula: For your PEs, what details do you always try to incorporate?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> I always try to incorporate my city of Detroit. Then just things I like at the moment, like my favorite food or favorite restaurants. I’m gonna do some thinking this year and collabing with Under Armour.<\/p>\nNick DePaula: I noticed that sometimes you’ll wear the white jerseys but rock an all orange shoe, how do you pick for each game?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> I just look at my locker and say, “You know what? I’m feeling these today.” I mean, sometimes Under Armour will send me special shoes for a game if it’s a holiday or we’re playing somebody big. Sometimes I’ll just do it myself if I feel like really standing out.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Nick DePaula: We talked with Will Barton and he’s not big on wearing other guy’s shoes. We know you play in the Curry line a lot, but if you’re playing the Warriors, would you switch?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> I don’t think it’s that big of a deal for me. When I’m out there performing, I don’t think anybody can say anything. I hope one day guys will wear my shoes, but until then I’m gonna go support the next guy.<\/p>\nNick DePaula: I know your mom was really big on you having your own shoe. What are your hopes in regards to having a signature shoe?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> We’ve been giving it some thought, but we’re probably still a little ways out with that. For my shoe though? First of all, it would have to be comfortable. It would have to be a low top, reliable, sturdy and have good traction.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Ian Stonebrook: All of Under Armour’s young talent is out here today, but how does it feel to be the guy that’s in the commercial?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> [Laughs<\/em>] It feels good! I’m still a little camera shy, but I’m trying to get better at that. I think I’m doing a pretty good job! [Laughs<\/em>]<\/p>\nNick DePaula: Last year with the Suns you were very young and developing. This year with getting older and getting DeAndre Ayton and Trevor Ariza, what are you most looking forward to?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> I’m looking forward to us creating a culture. Right now, I don’t really feel like we have a culture or identity as a team. We’ve got a new coach who’s been doing a great job since Day 1. I love that he pays attention to small details, he’s a great teacher and he explains every rule he gives you. I think he’s gonna be really good for us young guys just because he’s that good of a teacher and I’m really excited for this season.<\/p>\nNick DePaula: You finished the second half of last season really strong. What were some of the things you worked on or developed along the way?<\/strong><\/p>\nJosh Jackson:<\/strong> I just started to learn from my mistakes. Secondly, I started working on finding my spots on the floor. When I was out there at first, I was trying to think or strategize a little too much. Eventually, I got to the line a little bit more and that translated to points. Little by little, I just started putting things together.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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