Hardaway wore Converse sneakers in college because the brand was the official shoe sponsor of the University of Memphis Tigers. But while Penny rocked Converse shoes on the basketball court ...

Hardaway was on the "Knuckleheads" podcast and talked about that intriguing development. "You know, I was at the free throw line, and I look down like, 'Damn, he got on the shoes!'" Penny stated.

Hardaway's exciting play combined with the iconic marketing campaign (Lil' Penny commercials) made the sneakers some of the most unforgettable models in the golden era of basketball shoes.

Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway believes he has found his, and Thursday’s dominant 90-62 win over FAU in front of a ...