An initial look at the “Neutral Grey” Air Jordan 1

In the words of the great philosopher Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, FINALLY. After 36 years the “Neutral Grey” Air Jordan 1 is at long last returning to retail. How it took these this long to be brought back when Jordan Brand has ran nearly every variation of white, black and red is truly mystifying. Like its 1985 progenitor, this version of the “Neutral Grey” will sport a white leather upper in the ‘85 build with neutral grey present on the lateral and medial Swooshes and on the collar. The same…

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“Discouraging” Pro Day could hurt Edwards’ draft stock

From Bleacher Report’s Rob Goldberg: Anthony Edwards has been considered a potential No. 1 pick for the 2020 NBA draft on Nov. 18, but his televised pro day on Oct. 29 might have hurt his stock. According to Jonathan Givony of ESPN, “multiple front offices were somewhat discouraged watching Edwards” during his pro day because of his “sluggishness and inconsistencies with his jump shot.” Some have reportedly been concerned the Georgia guard has a low likelihood of reaching his potential, and his pro day didn’t help silence the criticism. Givony still believes Edwards will be taken…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers : One Suspect in Richmond sneaker shop looting arrested

In the most recent edition of Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers, we reported on a Richmond, California sneaker store that was looted in lieu in an alleged case of post election chaos. It was also reported there had been one arrest of the several alleged perpetrators of the theft. One of the suspects was apprehended Thursday morning following a chase across the San Francisco Bay Bridge and into the Potrero Hill neighbourhood. According to police , several pairs of brand new sneakers, a face mask and other evidence was…

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“Pollen” Air Jordan 1 High OG coming next fall

The fall of 2021 will see the debut of yet another new colourway of the Air Jordan 1, nicknamed “Pollen”. At this early juncture there are no images available but what is known is that it will make use of a pollen, black and white colour palette. Early speculation is that of a black based upper with pollen overlays atop a white midsole and black outsole. The “Pollen” Air Jordan 1 High OG is expected to released in the fall of 2021; they will carry a $170 USD sticker price.…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Internet idiots rob man at gun point then post on IG wearing the shoes

It is these types of stories that are the precise reason that this Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers was created. In Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, local police are investigating a robbery that centered around two males armed with a firearm that stole two pairs of sneakers. According to police, the victim indicated he had arranged a meeting at with two men to sell two pairs of Air Jordans for $400 apiece. At the meeting, as the two buyers was trying on the sneakers, one of the them brandished a handgun and…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: post-election looters take Yeezys

This most recent presidential election has been the most contentious that I can recall seeing. Whether the candidate you supported won or was defeated, jubilation or disappointment should expressed in a reasonable manner, and it most certainly should not include engaging in illegal activity. Unfortunately people in Richmond, California did not adhere to that , as according to local police , there have been multiple looting incidents around the Bay Area since Election Night. The most recent of these events occurred at a Richmond sneaker store. According to authorities, 100…

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“Burgundy” WMNS Air Jordan 8 coming next month

The upcoming holiday season will see the debut of the “Burgandy” , a women’s exclusive colourway of the Air Jordan 8. It features a white upper light coloured suede overlays. On the tongue is the is the chenille patch the 8 is known for. Burgundy shows up on the multi-colour plastic overlays and on the strap pull through. The aforementioned upper sits atop a grey and burgundy midsole and white rubber outsole. The “Burgundy” Air Jordan 8 is scheduled to release December 4 at nike.com and select retail establishments; they…

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