MiLaysia Fulwiley, the rising star guard who recently transferred to LSU, is already turning heads off the court as much as she does on it. Despite moving to a program outfitted by Nike, Fulwiley recently shared her excitement for De’Aaron Fox’s latest signature sneaker.
De’Aaron Fox’s Curry 2: Built for Speed
The Curry 2 “World Tour” was shown off with the bold blue kicks on Instagram. The post captioned, “@laywitdabutter’s speed just got 2x’s scarier. The @swipathefox Fox 2 ‘World Tour’ is out now. ” quickly went viral among basketball fans and sneaker enthusiasts alike.
The Curry 2 is the second installment of De’Aaron Fox’s signature line with Curry Brand, designed for players who demand sharp, reactive performance on the court. According to Curry Brand, the shoe is “for players who want to go fast without thinking about it,” offering cutting-edge responsiveness that allows athletes to compete at full speed.
The “Curry World Tour” colorway features a striking, full-blue silhouette that debuted at Curry Camp in San Francisco and is worn by some of the nation’s top high school players.
The post highlighted her excitement about the shoe’s speed-enhancing performance, demonstrating that even with LSU’s strict Nike outfitting policies, she’s still able to connect with her existing NIL deals.
Navigating NIL Deals Post-Transfer
When Fulwiley announced her transfer to LSU in April, it sparked conversations around NIL agreements and brand partnerships. While she can continue her deal with Under Armour’s Curry Brand, she won’t be able to wear her personal “Butta” shoes, the Curry 2 FloTro Low PE, during games or warmups due to LSU’s Nike contract. This mirrors precedents set by other programs, such as Duke’s Cooper Flagg, who couldn’t wear New Balance due to Nike policies.
Despite these restrictions, Fulwiley’s ability to showcase the Curry 2 off the court allows her to maintain visibility with Under Armour and build her personal brand while integrating into LSU’s roster.
MiLaysia Fulwiley’s On-Court Impact
At 5-foot-10, Fulwiley is a creative offensive force who has consistently turned heads with her athleticism and versatility. Over two seasons at South Carolina, she came off the bench in all but three of her 77 games, averaging 11.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per contest.
She’s been a key piece in two Final Four teams, including the 2024 NCAA Championship, and earned accolades such as SEC Sixth Woman of the Year and All-America honors from the Associated Press.
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Her sophomore season (2024-25) continued her excellence. She averaged 11.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 39 games while helping lead the Gamecocks to another deep NCAA tournament run. As one of the nation’s most creative guards, Fulwiley brings instant offense, a high basketball IQ, and electrifying athleticism to LSU’s backcourt.
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Fulwiley’s off-court style, highlighted by rocking Fox’s new Curry 2 release, mirrors her on-court flair. Even with the constraints of LSU’s Nike partnership, she finds ways to stay connected with her NIL opportunities while maintaining her unique personality and visibility.
As she prepares to team up with Flau’Jae Johnson and Mikaylah Williams in LSU’s guard-heavy starting lineup, Fulwiley continues to prove she’s a force both in basketball and sneaker culture.
Whether it’s breaking ankles on the court or swiping attention in the sneaker world, Fulwiley is a player and personality to watch this season.
