WRITTEN BY SHAURYA THAKUR
Sonny Vaccaro, Played by Matt Damon Sonny Vaccaro was the tenacious executive who brought Michael Jordan to Nike.
Phil Knight, Played By Ben Affleck Ben Affleck plays the Nike co-founder Phil Knight. Under his suave leadership, Nike became the big brand we know today.
Rob Strasser, Played By Jason Bateman 'Arrested Development' and 'Ozark' star plays Nike's director of marketing, Rob Strasser.
David Falk, Played By Chris Messina David Falk was Michael Jordan's agent. Thanks to his friendship with Rob Strasser, Falk was instrumental in securing the signature between Jordan and Nike.
Howard White, Played by Chris Tucker 'Rush Hour' star Chris Tucker plays Howard White. He turned Jordan to the idea of trading his Converse for a pair of Nikes.
George Raveling, Played By Marlon Wayans The legendary basketball player and coach George was also a key figure in telling Jordan to chose Nike.
Peter Moore, Played By Matthew Maher Peter Moore was a top-tier graphic logo designer who designed the Air Jordan ball-and-wings logo, the Jumpman logo, and the Adidas mountain logo.
Deloris Jordan, Played By Viola Davis She was the intermediary between the two parties, encouraging his son to go with the Nike deal.