Author: Brandon King

PE Corner: LeBron James takes the court in 2 new colors of the LeBron XXII

Brandon King

Before and during the gold medal match against France, LeBron James broke out two never-before-seen colorways of his new LeBron XXII sneaker.  In warm-ups before the game, James was seen in an all-iridescent pair paired with black at the inner, tongue, rear heel signature, and lateral side Swoosh outline.  The midsole, and its corresponding branding, also share the same visual feature. A blue translucent outsole with a visible safari print rounds out the aesthetic.  For the actual game, James pulled out an all-gold pair patterned with black at the tongue,…

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Tennessee State targeting state legislators bounced in recent elections

Brandon King

Courtesy of Rosetta Miller Perry of the Tennessee Tribune In the annals of Tennessee politics, there are few more egregious examples of injustice and abuse of power than the way certain state lawmakers targeted Tennessee State University in recent years. However, the karma for those responsible is now coming back to haunt them, and I believe this is only the beginning. Let us not forget the concerted efforts of State Senator Jon Lundberg and State Representative John Ragan to remove the capable leadership at TSU, amid the university’s diligent work…

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Another new colorway of the Ja 2

Brandon King

A new colorway the yet-to-be-released Nike Ja 2 has emerged.  It sports blue leather at its upper, underlaid at the toe with black mesh. On the majority of the medial side lives a patterned red mesh with a sculpted collar and black Swoosh.  The black Swoosh on the lateral side is surrounded by a near-concentric pattern, while under the ribbed white rear heel appears “12 AM.” Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white midsole with a Ja logo on the rear heel, while on the medial side reads “Kaari”, “Teniya”,…

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“Black/Red” Air Jordan 11 Low coming June 21, 2025

Brandon King

The “Black/Red” Air Jordan 11 started its life out as a PE seen on the feet of His Airness and next summer the public will have a chance to get their hands (or feet) on a pair.  At this early juncture there are no available images, but what is expected is a lower-collared Air Jordan 11 that sports a black ballistic mesh upper that is overlaid with a black patent leather rand. Traversing the tongue should be a sash that should read “JUMPMAN JORDAN.” On the rear heel, “23” and…

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Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 Low OG coming summer 2025

Brandon King

The “Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 Low is likely to be a lower-collared iteration of the “Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 High OG from 2022.  At this juncture there are no available images available, however taking the opening statement into account, what could be presented is a low-collared Air Jordan 1 High OG that could sport a white leather foundational layer overlaid with black leather at the toe and the eye rows. Rust pink wraps the heel, while black Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides. A Wings logo appears…

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The “Grape” Air Jordan 5 has a release date 

Brandon King

The “Grape” Air Jordan 5 is making its highly anticipated return in 2025. According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the upcoming version will seek to recapture the shape and feel of its 1990 progenitor. Equipped with “NIKE AIR” branding, the 2025 iteration also seeks to get rid of the nasty aftertaste that still lingers with many in the sneaker community that stems from the ill-fated “Fresh Price” iteration.  Continuing its quest to replicate the original these will be housed in original packaging.  Finally, with a release date, the “Grape” Air Jordan…

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“Aluminum” Air Jordan 4 coming May 2025

Brandon King

The “Aluminum” is a new colorway of the Air Jordan 4 that is part of Jordan Brand’s 2025 release roster.  At this early juncture, there are no available images, but initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a white leather upper with a muted blue potentially showing up on the metallic end of the upper and lower lace tabs. Pale blue would also be seen at the inner and possibly on the tongue and rear heel branding.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white and light blue midsole and a…

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Trophy Room x Air Jordan 6 SP coming June 2025

Brandon King

The relationship between Jordan Brand and Marcus Jordan’s Trophy Room boutique will be reprised in 2025 with an upcoming Air Jordan 6, following on the outsoles of previous collaborations with the Air Jordan 1 Low, Air Jordan 1 High OG, Air Jordan 5, Air Jordan 7, Air Jordan 16 and the Air Jordan 17 all previously serving as canvases.  At this juncture there are no available images , but what is known is they will make use of a white, crimson, black and court purple color palette and will feature…

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PE Corner: Caitlin Clark unveils Kobe VI Protro PEs, talks her favorite Kobes

Brandon King

Although Caitlin Clark will be amongst the rarefied air of athletes with a signature sneaker, she holds the Kobe line in the highest of regards.  Since she burst onto the national scene a few years ago, the Kobe line has been her on-court weapon of choice, with her taking to the hardwood in a variety of colorways for most of her amateur career and that has continued even into her time as a professional.  When recently asked about her favorite Kobe sneakers Clark said, “The ‘Bruce Lees’ ‘the ‘Del Sols’,…

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Ice Cube lays down challenge to The Netherlands

Brandon King

The Netherlands took home Olympic gold in 3-on-3 play, defeating host country France 18-17 in exciting fashion on a game-winner by Worthy De Jong in overtime. With the gold medal in tow, the squad, which consists of Jan Driessen, Dimeo Van Der Horst, Arvin Slagter, and Worthy De Jong, could have another bell to answer.  Ice Cube has openly challenged the Olympic champions to face the BIG3 All-Stars on August 18 in Boston, with a $150,000 purse for the winner.  As of the writing of this article, there has been…

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