Derrick Rose and adidas have collaborated to honor Black History Month through the creation of the D Rose 7 basketball shoe, drawing inspiration from the legendary tennis player Arthur Ashe. In a tribute to Ashe's legacy, the shoe boasts a white knit upper adorned with sleek black leather overlays. Furthermore, the eyelets and sockliner don a captivating multicolor pattern, symbolizing Ashe's honorary degrees bestowed upon him by over 20 prestigious universities. The shoe proudly showcases Ashe's initials, 'AA,' on its back, signifying not only his ardent opposition to apartheid but also his dedication to raising awareness about AIDS. Additionally, a commemorative 1975 logo emblazoned on the shoe's rear serves as a testament to Ashe's monumental achievement of winning the Grand Slam title in 1975 and becoming the world's number one ranked tennis player.