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Mike Vorkunov

Mike Vorkunov

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National NBA Reporter, The Athletic

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  • Lakers star Luka Dončić becomes first international NBA player with best-selling jersey

    By Mike Vorkunov Verified| The Athletic Verified Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić has the top-selling jersey across the NBA this season, becoming the first international player to do so, according to the NBA and the NBPA, which release the list of best sellers. Dončić also breaks the long reigns of LeBron James and Steph Curry. No other NBA player has topped this list since the 2012-13 season when then-New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony led the league in jersey sales. Curry was No. 2 on the list this season and James was No. 3.

    By Mike Vorkunov Verified · The Athletic

    Apr. 14, 2025

  • Meet the French teen phenom who’s compared to Victor Wembanyama and ready for WNBA Draft

    By Mike Vorkunov Verified| Yahoo Sports Verified PARIS — Dominique Malonga has a long-term plan. She intends to play professional basketball for the next 10 to 15 years, and when she’s done, she wants to do something else completely. For now, she believes it will be related to technology. She is an intellectual at heart. Malonga said that when she was younger — a relative statement, she’s now 19 — she was a “nerd.” She loved to read and to go to school. AdvertisementMalonga still does, but her interests have become hobbies.

    By Mike Vorkunov Verified · Yahoo Sports

    Apr. 14, 2025

  • Lakers star Luka Dončić becomes first international NBA player with best-selling jersey

    By Mike Vorkunov Verified| The Athletic Verified Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić has the top-selling jersey across the NBA this season, becoming the first international player to do so, according to the NBA and the NBPA, which release the list of best sellers. Dončić also breaks the long reigns of LeBron James and Steph Curry. No other NBA player has topped this list since the 2012-13 season when then-New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony led the league in jersey sales. Curry was No. 2 on the list this season and James was No. 3.

    By Mike Vorkunov Verified · The Athletic

    Apr. 14, 2025

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The Athletic

The Athletic Community, founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a sportswear company dedicated to building meaningful relationships through durable, active-lifestyle products. The company emphasizes community and celebrates movement, whether by bike, foot, or other physical activities. The Athletic Community specializes in athletic apparel and accessories, offering technical tees, casual clothing, and performance-oriented wear. Their product range includes workout gloves, foot bands, arm sleeves, body mats, and high-quality sport socks. Many items are available as limited editions, with styles rotating frequently to keep the offerings fresh. The brand appeals to individuals seeking both casual and technical clothing for sports, outdoor activities, and everyday wear, reflecting Portland’s active lifestyle culture. Currently, The Athletic Community is promoting a 30% off "Moving Sale" to celebrate its relocation to N. Williams Ave. in Portland. The company is backed by investors like O’Reilly AlphaTech Ventures and competes with other brands in the athletic apparel market.

San Francisco, California, United States

+1 650-464-1363

Founded: 2016