Day: June 4, 2022

Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: D.C. Police Cadet involved in sneaker robbery

Brandon King

A Washington D.C was on the path to enforcing the law, now finds himself on the other side of the judicial system following his role in a sneaker robbery in Montgomery County, Maryland back in March. According to charging documents, police cadet, 19-year-old Christian Santos and another male responded to a Facebook advertisement for a pair of Air Jordan XIIs. However, at the agreed upon meeting location ,on Montrose Road, rather than taking out money, a gun was allegedly pulled on the seller and the two then departed with their…

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“Metallic Copper” Nike Air Max Plus coming soon

Brandon King

This upcoming Air Max Plus sports metallic copper at its upper with Tuned Air branding present on the tongue and heel. Underneath resides a black midsole that houses Tuned Air at the heel with Air Max cushioning in the forefoot. A black and metallic gold rubber outsole completes the aesthetic. The ”Metallic Gold” Nike Air Max Plus is expected to imminently be available at nike.com and select retail establishments. Nike Air Max Plus Black/Metallic Copper-Metallic Gold DH4778-001 $TBA 2022

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Who will, Who won’t and Who might: June 4, 2022 NBA Injury Report

Brandon King

Atlanta Hawks NAME POS DATE STATUS COMMENT Clint Capela C Apr 26 Day-To-Day Bogdan Bogdanovic SG Apr 26 Day-To-Day Lou Williams SG Apr 25 Out Williams (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday’s Game 5 against the Heat, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports. Brooklyn Nets NAME POS DATE STATUS COMMENT Seth Curry SG May 9 Out Curry underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle Monday and is expected to make a full recovery prior to the start next season’s training camp, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports. Ben Simmons…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Salt Lake City sneaker shop in need after burglary

Brandon King

A Salt Lake City, Utah area sneaker store is turning to the community to for help after a recent robbery to help keep its doors open. According to Eastside Hype’s owner Austin Tate on May 1 at approximately 11:30 pm, surveillance footage captured two burglars breaking their glass front door and entering the shop. “Not only did they take the clothes, but they took money we had for our consigners that was put away — which we only take 10%, so do the math — and then a cashier’s check…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers” One of the Internet Idiots gets sentenced to prison

Brandon King

Way back in November 2020 we reported on the arrest of then 17-year-old Dwayne Quamir Johnson, who along with an accomplice, robbed the owner of Upper Echelon on October 20, 2020, as indicated in court records. The victim told law enforcement he made arrangements to meet with the two males to purchase two pairs of Air Jordans. At the meeting, rather than pull out a medium of exchange, one of the males pulled out a gun and demanded the kicks. The victim told police he was struck in head with…

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An initial look at the “Chicago Reimagined” Air Jordan I High OG

Brandon King

Outside of the Holiday XI , and I would venture even exceeding that, the “rceimagined Chicago” Air Jordan 1 is likely the most highly-anticipated release of the balance of 2022. Though they are called “Reimagined”,perhaps “revisited” would be more fitting as this upcoming version of the fabled “Chicago” colorway offers not only a vintage look but also aims to replicated the shape of the original release. In the true Chicago aesthetic it sports a white leather upper, however the material on this version features a cracked effect. The aforementioned white…

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