May 11, 2026 - Sneaker Shop Talk

A First Look at the 2026 “Flint” Air Jordan XIII

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 Brandon King

The return of a certified classic is officially on the horizon. The iconic Air Jordan 13 ‘Flint’ is set to make its long-awaited comeback in Summer 2026, bringing back one of the most beloved original colorways in Jordan Brand history. Originally released in 1998, the “Flint” XIII has become a grail-level sneaker for many collectors thanks to its clean mix of navy reflective mesh, Flint Grey suede overlays, crisp white leather, and subtle University Blue accents. According to early reports, the 2026 version is expected to stay extremely faithful to…

Alcorn State lands committment from 4-star prospect

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 Brandon King

According to livforhoops, Alcorn State has secured a committment from class of 2026 guard Josh Powell. Powell, a 4-star rated prospect by ESPN , averaged 21.4points at Archbishop Molly High school as a sophomore. He then followed that up with a strong showing at the 2024 CHSAA June Showcase with per game numbers of 17 points , 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Powell further raised his profile on the national scene on the summer circuit. Playing for the NY Jayhawks , he had a standout performance against the Rens United, tallying…

Former UCLA quarterback Parker Mcquarrie commits to JSCU

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 Brandon King

Johnson C. Smith University has added a notable name to its quarterback room, as former 4-star signal caller Parker McQuarrie announced his commitment to the Golden Bulls. McQuarrie brings a unique football journey to Charlotte. Coming out of high school, he was rated a 4-star prospect by Rivals coming out of St. Paul’s (Concord, N.H), where he led the Pelicans to consecutive state titles in his first two seasons. He was regarded as one of the more highly touted quarterback prospects in his class and originally signed with UCLA as…

An initial look at the “Midnight Navy” Awake NY x Air Jordan 6

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 Brandon King

The collaboration streak between Awake NY and Jordan Brand is set to continue in 2026 with the upcoming Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 “Midnight Navy”. Following the polarizing yet highly talked-about Awake Jordan 5 releases, the New York-based label now turns its attention to Michael Jordan’s first championship silhouette for the Air Jordan 6’s 35th anniversary celebration. Dressed in a “Midnight Navy/Infrared 23/Game Royal/Light Blue” color scheme, the sneaker combines deep navy tones with bold contrasting accents for a loud-but-balanced aesthetic. Early mockups and leaked first looks showcase signature…

A detailed look at the “Bloodline” Air Jordan 12

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 Brandon King

The Air Jordan 12 continues its strong run of black-and-red colorways with the upcoming “Bloodline” edition, a release that blends familiar Jordan Brand DNA with the timeless design language of the AJ XII. Originally rumored for 2025 before being pushed back, the sneaker is now expected to arrive on May 23, 2026. This pair carves out its own identity through a cleaner and more restrained execution. The upper is dressed primarily in black tumbled leather, maintaining the premium textured construction that made the Air Jordan 12 one of the…

Victor Wenbanyama will not face suspension, available for Game 5 against Wolves

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 Brandon King

After speculation surrounding his availability for Game 5, Victor Wembanyama has officially avoided further punishment from the NBA. The league reviewed Wembanyama’s Flagrant 2 foul on Naz Reid during Game 4 between the San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves and elected not to issue a suspension. The incident occurred with 8:40 left in the second quarter when Wembanyama grabbed a rebound over Nas Reid and then proceeded to rear back and elbow Reid in the face. Wembanyama was assessed a Flagrant 2 and automatically ejected from the contest. Despite the…

“I Wanted to Win for My Mom”: Anthony Edwards Lifts Timberwolves in Game 4

May 11, 2026 Brandon King

The second round Western Conference playoff series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs is tied 2-2 after the Timberwolves held off the Spurs 114-109 in a pivotal Game 4 matchup Sunday night. Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 36 points, including 16 crucial points in the fourth quarter to help the Wolves save their season ,for the moment, by avoiding falling into a 3-1 hole. “Today is Mother’s Day,” Edwards said, redirecting the first news conference question. “I just wanted to win for my Mom. It was that simple.”…