Top 15 Kicks Worn During Week 1 of NBA Season

by Brendon Schunck | Oct 28, 2019 | Featured, NBA, Sneakers

A new NBA season is upon us. Star players are getting acclimated to their new teams and a feel of optimization is in the air (for now). Former dynasties are having to come to the realization that they’re not as good as they are used to being. One thing that stays consistent, no matter what the landscape of the league may look like, is players coming hard with their footwear. New teams for signature and sponsorship athletes mean new colorways and special mock-ups to hit the hardwood.

Players like Lebron James, Damian Lillard, Steph Curry, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and James Harden are all sporting their new signature sneakers. Kyrie Irving is still going strong with unreleased versions of his fifth signature model, preparing to soon debut the Kyrie 6’s on court. Kevin Durant, due to injury, is unable to be seen wearing his KD 12’s on the court, however we did get to see him debut them in the 2018-19 NBA playoffs. Paul George is currently out with an injury, but his PG 3’s are a favorite among NBA players to not only wear released versions, but NikeiD options as well. Expect Paul George to debut his fourth signature shoe soon after his return. The Nike Kobe 4 Protro appears to be THE go-to game sneaker for Nike sponsored players across the league. You’d be hard-pressed to find a team that didn’t have a player wearing the classic low-cut silhouette. Nike has made a plethora of Player Exclusive Kobe 4 Protro mockups for players such as Anthony Davis, Isaiah Thomas, P.J. Tucker, DeMar DeRozan, Ja Morant, George Hill, Luka Doncic, and Paul Millsap. Even players who aren’t technically under contract with the Swoosh are opting to wear Kobe 4’s on the hardwood.

Each week we will be doing a Top 15 NBA Kicks on Court. Look below to see what was in store for the first week and to find out if any of your picks made the list!

15. Under Armour Curry 1 Icon “Digi Camo” – Hamidou Diallo – Oklahoma City Thunder

14. Adidas Dame 6 “Ruthless” – Damian Lillard – Portland Trailblazers

13. New Balance OMN1S P.E. – Kawhi Leonard – Los Angeles Clippers

12. Nike Kyrie 5 “Pineapple House” – Kyrie Irving – Brooklyn Nets

11. Nike KD 4 “Undefeated” – Derrick Jones Jr. – Miami Heat

10. Adidas D.O.N. Issue #1 “Mailman” – Donovan Mitchell – Utah Jazz

9. Nike Kobe 4 Protro P.E. – Paul Millsap – Denver Nuggets

8. Nike Kobe 6 “Helicopter” – Trey Lyles – San Antonio Spurs

7. Adidas Harden Vol. 4 “Pink Lemonade” – James Harden – Houston Rockets

6. Nike Lebron XVII “2K” – Lebron James – Los Angeles Lakers

5. Nike Kyrie 5 “Spongebob” (Unreleased) – Kyrie Irving – Brooklyn Nets

4. Nike Kobe 4 Protro P.E. – DeMar DeRozan – San Antonio Spurs

3. Jordan VI “Travis Scott” – P.J. Tucker – Houston Rockets

2. Jordan XXXIV P.E. – Jayson Tatum – Boston Celtics

1. Nike Lebron XVII “Red Carpet” – Lebron James – Los Angeles Lakers

Oct 28, 2019 No Comments

Rick Ross and Dwyane Wade Release Two Budding Sneakers Thanks to Mutual Miami Connection

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by Brendon Schunck | Oct 23, 2019 | Celebs, Featured, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers, uncategorised

NBA legend and former Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade has recently collaborated with Rick Ross on a special release of two of his Way of Wade silhouettes. D-Wade’s loyalty to Miami is well-known and Rick Ross’ affinity for the same city can be seen throughout his music material and heard in his songs. Both individuals reside in Miami and teamed up for Li-Ning’s first-ever collaboration with a musical artist.

The Way of Wade 7, or “WoW 7”, is outfitted in a black/purple/gold/red color combination. This is the same model that D-Wade wore during his last season in the NBA. This WoW 7 also comes equipped with a removable crown that velcros onto the heel counter. When the crown is removed, “self made” can be seen written across the heel in red. The pull tabs say “Rick Ro$$” and Dwyane Wade’s Li-Ning ‘Way of Wade’ logo can be seen predominantly across the foot in red.

The second pair released from Li-Ning and the duo of “The Boss” and D-Wade is the Way of Wade Essence Ace II. This sneaker is definitely a lifestyle choice in contrasting with the more performance-based WoW 7. Dressed in an all red upper, this Essence Ace II combines breathable mesh as well as high quality tumbled leather. Li-Ning is well-known for using very high quality materials on their footwear, especially for the Way of Wade line. “Rick Ro$$” is written in black on the side of the midsoles in addition to some Chinese inscriptions as well. Gold lace tips and a red lace lock round out this pair’s details.

Both pairs released October 19th on Li-Ning’s Way of Wade website as well as The Edition Sneaker Boutique in Miami, FL. The Essence Ace II retails for $200 and the WoW 7 fetches a price of $300.

Oct 23, 2019 No Comments

Nike’s BY You Allows Young Stars to Express Themselves

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by Akeem Ivory | Oct 22, 2019 | NBA, Sneakers

Since the NBA has become the league of expression for all of its players, what better way to let them speak through their footwear. Now that the NBA has virtually removed its restriction on what sneakers a player can wear in an official game brand such as Nike have taken full advantage of this.

Several of their athletes with a signature shoe will have an exclusive colorway for opening week, but since Nike would love to showcase is brand on all television screens across America the signees of the brand are getting to express themselves through the Player Exclusive “By You” custom designs. Featuring a strong roster of rookies, second-year players, and young stars.

This year, the project was expanded to 23 players who customized their footwear based on four signature silhouettes: Kyrie 5, the KD 12, the PG 3 and the Zoom Freak 1. Check out the sneakers below in the Nike By You colorways and the personal inspirations that helped create them. You can customize your pair now on Nike.com.

Ja Morant, point guard, Memphis

Darius Garland, point guard, Cleveland

De’Andre Hunter, forward, Atlanta

Chandler Hutchison, forward, Chicago

Cam Reddish, forward, Atlanta

Collin Sexton, point guard, Cleveland

Brad Wanamaker, guard, Boston

Anfernee Simons, guard, Portland

Jerome Robinson, guard, Los Angeles

Royce O’Neale, forward, Utah

Jaren Jackson Jr., forward, Memphis

Jonathan Isaac, forward, Orlando

Tyler Herro, guard, Miami

De’Aaron Fox, point guard, Sacramento

Donte DiVincenzo, guard, Milwaukee

Jalen Brunson, point guard, Dallas

Bruce Brown, guard, Detroit

Miles Bridges, forward, Charlotte

Mikal Bridges, forward, Phoenix

OG Anunoby, forward, Toronto

Kostas Antetokounmpo, forward, Los Angeles

Jaxson Hayes, center, New Orleans

Josh Okogie, guard, Minnesota

Oct 22, 2019 No Comments

Nike Basketball Open Week Collection, Features Inspiration From All of It’s Brightest Stars

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by Akeem Ivory | Oct 22, 2019 | NBA, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

As the countdown to the NBA season gets closer to striking zero, Nike has no shortage of heat for fans. The Nike Air Zoom Freak 1 “All Bros 2” was just a taste of what else Nike had in store, that sneaker plus an iteration of the Nike Kyrie 5, KD 12, and PG 3 get special treatment in the Opening week Collection.

All are set to release during the first week of the NBA 2019-2020 season.

Nike Kyrie 5 Pineapple House Release Date: October 24 Price: $130

You cant have a collection of SpongeBob characters and not include the yellow sponge’s home. It’s in his theme song “Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?” The next installment into the KYRIE 5 x SpongeBob SquarePants series honors the beloved character’s home with its pineapple peel-inspired upper and a flytrap resembling the fruit’s leaf.

Nike KD 12 YouTube Release Date: October 26, 2019 Price: $150

To celebrate Kevin Durant’s YouTube channel, sporting a White and Red color scheme. It features YouTube icons on the tongue and heel, a Skip Ad copy on the rip-stop heel tag, and an official YouTube logo is placed on the tongues. Give this sneaker all the characteristics of the video platform.

Nike PG 3 NASA Release Date: October 23, 2019 Price: $110

Giving us the second colorway that draws its inspiration from NASA’s Armstrong Building 703 in PG’s hometown of Palmdale, California. Featuring a Royal Blue mesh and patent leather upper paired with Metallic Silver detailing, Orange and Red forefoot wings on the lower lace cage with NASA patches on the heel tabs. A translucent outsole completes the design.

Nike Air Zoom Freak 1 All Bros 2 Release Date: October 27, 2019 Price: $120

A sneaker that is all about family, inspired by Giannis Antetokounmpo’s relationship with his brothers, Thanasis, Kostas, Francis, and Alexis. The Nike Air Zoom Freak 1 has a fluorescent pinks and deep reds that cover the upper and black backward swoosh filled with gold speckles. These were originally spotted on the feet of Giannis’ brother during Nike’s launch event for the Zoom Freak 1 in Greece.

Oct 22, 2019 No Comments

Jordan Brand’s “Fearless Ones” Collection Unveiled Just In Time for Holiday 2019

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by Akeem Ivory | Oct 21, 2019 | Featured, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

The most defining signature sneaker any athlete has ever released is on the verge of its 35th Anniversary and as a staple in the community of sneakerhead, the Air Jordan 1 will be celebrated for the impact it’s had on the Jordan Brand. No stranger to collaborations this silhouette will have 13 different iterations in the Fearless Ones collection. Designers and brands which included Ghetto Gastro, Blue the Great, FACETASM, Maison Chateau, Melody Ehsani, and CLOT will put their spin on the iconic silhouette.

In addition to that is are the “Shattered Backboard 3.0,” both the UNC to Chicago and women’s exclusive “Fearless” styles, a new “Bloodline” colorway and the Jordan 1 High Zoom, and the all-new Air Jordan 1 High FlyEase that is Jordan Brand’s first shoe to feature Nike FlyEase technology.

Images and release dates for the entire Air Jordan 1 “Fearless Ones” Collection listed below:

Air Jordan 1 Flyease Release Date: November 1st, 2019

Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Fearless” Release Date: November 2nd, 2019

Blue The Great x Air Jordan 1 Mid Release Date: November 9th, 2019

Ghetto Gastro x Air Jordan 1 Low React Release Date: November 14th, 2019

Melody Ehsani x Air Jordan 1 Mid Release Date: November 15th, 2019

Facetasm x Air Jordan 1 Mid Release Date: November 22nd, 2019

Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Bloodline” Release Date: November 29th, 2019

Maison Chateau Rouge x Air Jordan 1 Mid Release Date: November 30th, 2019

Edison Chen x Air Jordan 1 Mid Release Date: December 7th, 2019

Air Jordan 1 Retro High Zoom Release Date: December 7, 2019

Air Jordan 1 Mid “Come Fly With Me” Release Date: Holiday 2019

Oct 21, 2019 1 Comment

Kyrie May Have Left Boston But Connections with Concepts Remains, Kyrie 5 “Orion’s Belt”

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by Akeem Ivory | Oct 19, 2019 | NBA, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

Concepts have revealed images of the latest collaboration with Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irvin, a relationship that stems from his two-year stint in Boston. The retail store definitely delivers another “Wicked” good sneaker.

The sneaker continues it’s Egyptian-themed establishment by last years’ Kyrie 5 “Ikhet,” this Kyrie 5 is inspired by Irving’s deep fascination with ancient Egyptian culture. Exploring the mysterious construction of the pyramids, and their connection to the solar system.

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Dubbed “Orion’s Belt,” the design features three pyramids on the sneaker’s shroud in accordance with the actual size and order, as a reference to the Pyramids of Giza. Above sits the constellation on the tongue that in theory, these pyramids are perfectly aligned. The rumored these pyramids were submerged at one point come into play, as shades blues along the swoosh and heel-counter represent where the water levels would have receded over time. An exclusive sneaker coming complete with special packaging.