A close up look at the Lebron 18

We now have our first official look at the Lebron 18. Seen on the feet of Mr. Lebron James, we see a shoe that appears to have a lower collar than previous models. It sports a grey knit upper paired with light green at the heel and tongue. At the toe is a red Swoosh, with the same hue repeated on at least two of the lace loops and a golden tassel hangs off the shoe. The aesthetic is completed by sail midsole that houses the cushioning, which includes a…

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The Lebron 18: What you need to know

Lebron James has been known for teasing shoes it appears that was also the case with the upcoming Lebron 18. From nikeinc.com : LeBron James teased a quick look at his latest signature shoe, the LEBRON 18, during his stay in Orlando. The shoe’s design finds James in a specific time and place in his career — late into his 17th season, he needs the cushioning set-up to support his unique blend of power and speed. Fittingly, the 18 comes in an inspired configuration: It’s effectively split down the middle from…

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NBAResumes 2020: Schedules and Power Ranking

The exhibition games that started yesterday signalled the official, albeit vastly different, return of NBA basketball. As the league heads into this sprint into the playoffs, here is the schedule and a breakdown of the teams via the worldwide leader: Jump to a team:East: BOS | BKN | IND | MIA | MILORL | PHI | TOR | WASWest: DAL | DEN | HOULAC | LAL | MEM | NOPOKC | PHX | PORSAC | SAS | UTA Boston Celtics | 43-21 Current seed: No. 3 in East Remaining strength of schedule: No. 20 Schedule MIL (36% chance to win) | July 31 | 6:30 p.m. ET (ESPN) POR (68%) | Aug. 2 | 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC) MIA (59%) | Aug. 4 | 6:30 p.m. ET (TNT) BKN (70%) |…

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“Hyper Royal” Air Jordan 14 release postponed A few weeks

The “Hyper Royal” Air Jordan 14 can now be added to the ever-growing list of Air Jordan releases that have their dates moved. Initially scheduled to release September 5, this Air Jordan 14’s new date for its retail debut is now planned for September 19. Air Jordan 14 White/Hyper Royal-Black 487471-104 $190 September 19, 2020

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“Flint” Air Jordan 7 is coming back in 2021

Last month we reported on news that the “Flint” Air Jordan 7 is in the plans for a second retail run in 2021. There are still no images available but it should be in visual alignment with its 2006 progenitor. At this juncture there is also not a concrete release date, however according to DJ Folk, a placeholder date of May 1 is being used. Air Jordan 7 White/Flint Grey-Black-Varsity Purple CU9307-100 $190 May 1, 2021 ( placeholder date)

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“Worldwide” Nike Daybreak coming soon

This latest colorway of the Nike Daybreak is dropping in women’s sizing. It sports a black nylon upper overlaid with suede at the toe, eyerow, and wrapping the heel. The white Swooshes on the lateral side are paired with crimson “NIKE” branding and a smaller Swoosh. On the rear is a crimson rear tab with “NIKE” and five coloured Swooshes down the heel, while green branding appears on the tongue. A white midsole and a green outsole sits below the aforementioned upper. The release of the “Worldwide” Nike Daybreak is…

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Ricky Rubio back with team after previously testing positive for COVID-19

Phoenix Suns point guard Ricky Rubin’s arrival in Orlando was delayed because of an earlier positive COVID-19 test. Rubio joined the team this week and practiced Tuesday but it is unclear if he will run in the team’s scrimmage on Thursday. “I just had two practices so I have to talk with strength coach, [Suns coach Monty Williams] and the whole team. I feel good but we have to be smart about it. It’s a preseason game. We have to figure out a plan that’s day by day. We can’t…

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Aron Baynes tests positive for COVID-19

Aron Baynes is the latest player to test positive for the coronavirus. The Phoenix Suns center confirmed to The Athletic and Stadium’s Shams Charania, also telling him that he is optimistic on joining his teammates in Orlando but has not picked up a ball in over a month. Per the NBA’s protocols, once arriving in Orlando, players will have to remain in quarantine/isolated before two negative COVID-19 test over a period of more than 24 hours. Meaning Baynes could be weeks behind his teammates, in terms of being ready to…

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