Author: Brandon King

PE Corner: An initial look at the “Oregon” Kobe IX Protro Low EM PE

Brandon King

PE Corner: An initial look at the “Oregon” Kobe IX Protro Low EM PE This Kobe IX Low Proto was given to members of the Oregon Basketball teams.  They sport a green engineered mesh upper adorned on the sides with yellow Swooshes. Yellow takes care of the inner, with the same color showing up on the Oregon logo and Kobe logo that occupies each respective tongue. Nine dashes are seen on the rear heels, rounding out upper. Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a speckled green midsole with white external heel…

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PE Corner: LeBron James wears these PE’s against the Clippers 

Brandon King

In an early March matchup with the Clippers, LeBron James took this exclusive iteration of his LeBron XXII to the floor of the center formerly known as Staples.  They sport a purple patent leather upper paired with a volt that wraps the medial side and forms the outline of the Swoosh on the lateral side. Piping of the same hue separates the two colors and also forms the signature present at the rear heel. Gold appears on the jeweled LeBron XXII logo as well as the small Swoosh on the…

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PE Corner: LeBron wears these against the Bulls

Brandon King

LeBron James laced up this colorway. This gives off “Mork and Mind” Dunk SB vibes, of the LeBron XXii against the Chicago Bulls ( though after what went down at the end of the game, this could be the last we see them). They sport a metallic silver upper paired with a hyper crimson hat that forms the outline of the lateral side Swoosh and wraps to the medial side. A LeBron signature has its home on the rear heel with a smaller volt Swoosh seen on the medial forefoot,…

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3-D Hollywood” Nike Kobe VI Protro coming in 2026

Brandon King

image via mambakixx According to reporting from zsneakerheadz and Sneaker Files, this “3-D Hollywood” Nike Kobe VI is making its return in Protron form in 2026.  They originally released February 2011 as a set of Kobe VI colorways in conjunction with the 2011 NBA All-Star game. At this juncture there are no available images, what we should see is a faithful recreation of its 2011 progenitor, dark scales are present on the upper with chlorine blue Swooshes on the lateral and daring red branding on the medial side.  The Kobe…

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“Easter” Nike KD IV coming April 18

Brandon King

The “Easter” colorway of the very popular Nike KD Iv is making its very anticipated return next month.  Official images of the upcoming version have emerged and what we see is a mint green fused upper with a more intense version of the hue standing at the ankle strap. A white Swoosh is prominently displayed on the strap with additional such branding seen on the medial ankle. Darker mint green stands in on the KD branding on the rear heel, the “35” perched atop the tongue, and the small Swoosh…

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Gary Payton II is out indefinitely with thumb injury

Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II has suffered a torn ligament in his left thumb. Charania adds that Payton II will be out for an indefinite amount of time.  Payton II is an active, engaged, and effective defender who is a vital part of the Warriors rotation, with his impact far greater than the 6.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists he averages per game. Over the last month he was averaging 20.9 minutes and 11.5 points per contest.

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JuJu Watkins named U.S. Basketball Writers Association National Player of the Year

Brandon King

Wednesday afternoon the U. S Basketball Writers Association named University of Southern California guard JuJu Watkins their Player of the Year. After a phenomenal freshman campaign, the Lady Trojans sophomore sensation averaged 23.9 points 6.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game as she helped lead USC to a 30-3 overall record and a 16-1 mark in the Big 10. In another season chock full of accolades including Sporting News National Player of the Year, USBWA, Sporting News, and AP First Tram All-America and Big Ten Player of the Year.  She…

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Diamond Johnson declares for WNBA Draft

Brandon King

Norfolk State guard Diamond Johnson has declared for the WNBA Draft.  Johnson announced her declaration to take her goal to the professional level in a post to her X account.  “I am excited to announce that I am declaring for the 2025 WNBA Draft. This decision comes after an incredible journey throughout my collegiate basketball career, where I have not only grown as an athlete but as a person. Thanks to the unwavering support and love from all of you.” Johnson has had a very decorated college starting at Rutgers,…

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Ben Crump makes $10,000 donation to Tennessee State hockey

Brandon King

Notable attorney Benjamin Crump made a sizable donation to the Tennessee State’s hockey program.  “I am honored to support Tennessee State University as they break barriers and bring diversity to the sport of hockey,” said Ben Crump in a statement. “This team represents more than just competition on the ice — it’s about expanding opportunities, challenging stereotypes, and paving the way for future generations of Black athletes in hockey. I encourage others to join me in this important cause and help TSU make history.” In 2023 Tennessee State made history…

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Norfolk State’s Kierra Wheeler enters the transfer portal

Brandon King

Norfolk State forward Kierra Wheeler has entered the transfer portal per reporting from BTN Scouting  This past season Wheeler was second on the team in scoring, 15.8 points per game, and steals, 1.9 per game, while also leading to Lady Spartans in rebounds (8.9 rpg) and blocks (2.4 bpg).

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