Kendrick Lamar and Nike Join Forces For An Exclusive Element React 55

by admin | Nov 5, 2019 | Celebs, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

On his Pulitzer Prize winning album “Damn.” Kendrick Lamar rapped “they won’t take me out my element” and now he’ll never have to worry about being out of his element thanks to his latest collaborative effort with Nike. K.Dot and Nike continue their strong partnership with another awesome collaboration. Kendrick has diversified from the Nike Cortez and chose the Nike React Element 55. This special colorway of the Nike React Element features a mixture of Pure Platinum, Black, Wolf Grey, and Clear. Kenny takes the duality approach with the two-toned upper on the shoes. The lateral side features a smoky, white color while the medial side adopts a black, marbled look.

The Compton native’s latest collaboration with Nike is set to hit the streets on November 5 and retail at $150.

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Nov 5, 2019 No Comments

Nike Kyrie 6 Preheat Collection Release Date

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by admin | Nov 5, 2019 | Featured, NBA, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

11 is more than just a jersey number to Kyrie Irving. Not only has he worn the number throughout most of his basketball career, it is also the same number his father Drederick wore during his basketball days. Kyrie touts the balance and harmony (1+1) of the number and the symbolism continues to resonate from there. “K” is the 11th letter of the alphabet, his name Kyrie Irving is 11 letters long. He played 11 games at Duke University and was drafted Round 1 Pick 1 of the 2011 NBA Draft.

The Preheat collection is a celebration of 11 cities that Kyrie with a special place in Kyrie’s heart as well as a product of his love for traveling the world. The Kyrie 6 will debut on November 11 in 11 cities including: Beijing, Berlin, Guangzhou, Houston, Los Angeles, Manila, Miami, New York City, Shanghai, Taipei and Tokyo.

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Kyrie Curates His Creativity On The Nike Kyrie 6

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by admin | Nov 4, 2019 | Featured, NBA, Sneakers

With Kyrie Irving’s fresh start in Brooklyn comes a fresh pair of kicks. The Nike Kyrie 6 is set to be one of the hottest Kyries in the history of his young but storied line. Alongside Benjamin Nethongkome, who has been working on the Kyrie line since the Kyrie 3, Kyrie Irving has created a shoe combines current technology with a purposefully retro aesthetic. This amalgamation is representative of Kyrie’s performance, dynamic and electrifying, as well as his eclectic, old soul character off the court.

The Kyrie 6 has the staples of a perfect Kyrie shoe and Nethongkome has it down to a science, saying, “I know what Kyrie wants from an overall feel. There is a certain formula: An extra-padded tongue, almost SB style, and a cushy collar, combined with support in the midfoot.” The Kyrie 6 is also 5mm closer to the ground to pair with the dynamic new Traction 360 grip for improved feel on the court. Kyrie’s love for a midfoot strap stays true but for the Kyrie 6 they’ve opted for a more traditional strap in lieu of the Venus flytrap-style design of the Kyrie 5. The curved outsole of the Kyrie 5 also makes its return to provide the crafty point guard premium grip whether attacking, banking, or cutting.

Visually the shoe is a calculated blend of Kyrie’s personality with an injection of the unadulterated cool the 90s era Nike shoes. “The Zoom Airbag, 360 traction and the strap — the technology defines the functionality of the shoe.” said Kyrie. He then added “But it’s evolved into a beautiful design that incorporates different inspirations from past Nike shoes. What’s history without utilizing it and implementing it into your own style and your own swag?”

Kyrie’s unique personality also makes for some pretty cool detailing on the shoe as well. The pronounced heel counter once again features his beloved healer’s hand motif and the All-Seeing Eye appears on the midfoot strap as well as on the shoe’s traction pattern. His number 11 and his personal mantra “humble and hungry” make their return as well as what seems to be the Leo constellation. The Kyrie line has increasingly become an outlet for Irving’s personal loves and convictions with the Kyrie 5 having some of his most bold colorways yet. With the dynamic design of the Kyrie 6, Kyrie and his team at Nike are sure to continue to drop some of the most inspired colorways in Nike footwear.

The Kyrie 6 will be available November 22nd and will retail for $130. Keep it locked for more colorways and collaborations.

Nov 4, 2019 No Comments

Top 15 Kicks Worn During Week 2 of NBA Season

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by Brendon Schunck | Nov 4, 2019 | Featured, NBA, Sneakers

Things are heating up in the NBA as the calendar officially moves from October to November. The once high and mighty Warriors dynasty is even more in shambles this week with Steph Curry out 6-8 weeks with a broken hand. The Lakers seem to be a force to be reckoned with, having won 5 straight games since their opening night loss to the Clippers. The Nuggets and Clippers will have a stronghold on the Western Conference as well. Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons have the Philadelphia 76ers looking like a true contender in the East. Can the potent duo of Russell Westbrook and James Harden prove to be a working formula, even with little to no defense being played on that team?

The Nike Kobe 4 Protros are still being seen in large quantities throughout the league, but this week had older, classic silhouettes, sprinkled in. The Jordan XXXIV’s are on a path like no other Jordan signature shoe has been on in some time. With how well Jayson Tatum is playing right now it was smart of Jordan Brand to have him be the head endorser of MJ’s 34th edition to his line. Custom sneakers are becoming more prevalent in the NBA, as players get more creative with their ideas and what to base the custom artwork around. Additionally, will anyone be able to compete with P.J. Tucker this season when it comes to kicks on court, who isn’t a signature athlete? Look below to see who rounded out this week’s Top 15 Kicks Worn During Week 2 of the NBA Season.

15. Q4 Sports The Specialist “Flint Tropics” Custom – Langston Galloway – Detroit Pistons

14. Reebok Answer V BBC Icecream (ComplexCon 2019) – Montrezl Harrell – Los Angeles Clippers

13. Nike Shox BB4 P.E. – Vince Carter – Atlanta Hawks

12. Jordan XXXIV P.E. – Rui Hachimura – Washington Wizards

11. Nike Adapt BB Custom – Ja Morant – Memphis Grizzlies

10. Li-Ning Way of Wade 7 “Rick Ross” – Montrezl Harrell – Los Angeles Clippers

9. Nike Kobe 8 All-Star “Area 72” – Allonzo Trier – New York Knicks

8. Jordan XXXIV P.E. – Cody Zeller – Charlotte Hornets

7. Jordan Why Not Zer0.2 SE “Rocko’s Modern Life” – Russell Westbrook – Houston Rockets

6. Nike Kobe 5 “Draft Day” – Buddy Hield – Sacramento Kings

5. Jordan XXXIV “Blue O” P.E. – Jayson Tatum – Boston Celtics

4. Nike Lebron XVII P.E. – Lebron James – Los Angeles Lakers

3. Nike Kyrie 5 “Mom” x Sneaker Room (ComplexCon) – Kyrie Irving – Brooklyn Nets

2. Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Scream” Custom – Gary Harris – Denver Nuggets

1. Nike Lebron VIII “112” (Clark Kent) – P.J. Tucker – Houston Rockets

Nov 4, 2019 No Comments

How to Get the “Bron 2k” LeBron 17

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by admin | Oct 30, 2019 | Featured, NBA, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

It’s no secret that LeBron loves NBA 2K. He brags about his skill level, how it allows him to test new lineups, and the joy of playing himself. It doesn’t hurt that he’s consistently one of the highest rated characters in the entire franchise either. Once again, LeBron, Nike and 2K are partnering up to deliver exclusive shoes to the truly balling gamers out there. Much like everything in the world of NBA 2K you have to earn the exclusive “Bron 2K” LeBron 17.

The “Bron 2K” is the initial offering of GEs or Gamer Exclusives as part of a partnership with the Nike SNKRS app and NBA 2K20. This totally purple LeBron 17 can only be unlocked by leveling your MyPlayer up to an overall 98 skill level, one over LeBron’s overall rating. Once you level your MyPlayer to the appropriate skill level, these regal kicks will be available to purchase via the SNKRS app.

Oct 30, 2019 No Comments

The Air Jordan 6 DMP Returns in 2020

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by admin | Oct 30, 2019 | Featured, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

The Air Jordan Defining Moments package was a legendary collection that dropped back in 2006. The collection included both the Air Jordan 6 and an Air Jordan 11, signifying the period in which he dominated the league alongside the Bulls with their 6 championships. In early 2020, the Air Jordan 6 from that package will be released individually.

The Air Jordan 6 will maintain the black Nubuck construction of its original iteration with flashes of Metallic Gold on the heel tab, the midsole, and on the various branded accents throughout the shoe. Topped off with the classic translucent sole, the kicks will retain the Jordan Brand logo on the heel with the added gold “23” adornments, instead of the recently revived Nike Air logo.

The Air Jordan 6 DMP is set to be released January 25, 2020 and will retail at $200. Get ready to make your own defining moments.