Brandon King, Author at Sneaker Shop Talk

Jordan Brand signs Stephon Gilmore

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 Brandon King

Jordan Brand added to its football roster by bringing in New England Patriots cornerback and three-time Pro Bowler Stephon Gilmore to its fold. The 2019 NFL DPOY and Super Bowl LIII MVP sat down to discuss the move to the Jumpman. Here is an excerpt from that interview: Everyone on the roster has their own unique personality. To be signed with Jordan Brand, I feel like you need to have that certain swagger. You have to know that you’re great on the field. You have to put the work in…

FAMU’s Elijah Richardson named to 2020 NFF Hampshire Honor Society

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 Brandon King

From Florida A&M Sports Information: IRVING, Texas | Florida A&M University senior linebacker Elijah Richardson was named to the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame (NFF) 2020 Hampshire Honor Society on Wednesday. The NFF Hampshire Honor Society is comprised of college football players from all divisions of play who maintained a cumulative 3.2 GPA or better throughout their college careers. An impressive 1,432 players from 364 schools qualified for membership in the Society’s 14th year. Richardson, a 2019 William V. Campbell Trophy Award Semifinalist, missed three games due to…

36ers waive Kevin White

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 Brandon King

In a move to upgrade their backcourt, the Adelaide 36ers have decided to part ways with Kevin White, releasing the veteran guard Tuesday. This past season was White’s tenth in the NBL and his first with Adelaide, White averaged 1.7 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game.

“Easter Pack” Adidas Pro Model 2G now available

April 11, 2020April 11, 2020 Brandon King

This trio of Pro Model comes in pastel hues tailor-made for the spring season- glow pink, purple tint and clear mint. Each pair features leather construction, mesh tongues and the iconic shell toe in a tonal aesthetic. The “Easter Pack” Adidas Pro Model 2G is available at adidas.com and each pair carries a sticker price of $100 USD. Adidas Pro Model 2G Clear Mint EH1952 $100 Adidas Pro Model 2G Glow Pink EH1952 $100 Adidas Pro Model 2G Purple Tint EG2484 $100

The”Hare” Air Jordan 6 receives new release date

April 10, 2020April 10, 2020 Brandon King

Another day, another Air Jordan has it released date pushed further into the future. Today’s contestant is the “ Hare” Air Jordan 6, whose release was moved from its scheduled April to July 4, as this was likely impacted by the COVID-19 situation. That date still could be subject to change. Air Jordan 6 Neutral Grey/White-True Red-Black CT8529-062 $190 July 4, 2020

Additional images of the “University Gold” Air Jordan 12

April 10, 2020April 10, 2020 Brandon King

This Air Jordan 12 scheduled to release , and hopefully that still stands, in the summer of 2020. Reminiscent of Gary Payton’s PE from 2003 when he was with the Los Angeles Lakers, it sports a black leather upper with university gold present at the mudguards, tongue and rear branding. The aesthetic is completed by a university gold and black midsole as well as an outsole of the same hues. At this point in time the”University Gold” Air Jordan 12 is scheduled , but as we have already seen, with…

Bulls and Arturas Karnisovas finalizing deal for executive spot

April 9, 2020April 9, 2020 Brandon King

The 1990’s were a long time ago but outside of the pre-injury Derrick Rose days, there hasn’t been much for Chicago Bulls fans to hang their collective hats on. The seventeen years that the John Paxson and Gar Forman braintrust has run the Bulls has been one wrought with frustration for this once proud fan base. Clamors for change in the Chicago front office became as loud as a train horn over the course of this season. The greatest hits of the “GarPax” leadership over the past few years include…

NBL statement on Tanzanian expansion

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 Brandon King

From nbl.com.au: Hungry Jack’s NBL Owner and Executive Chairman Larry Kestelman said: “The NBL remains in regular dialogue with the Tasmanian Government about plans for a 10th team in Tasmania starting with the 2021-22 season. “Clearly the Tasmanian Government has more important priorities right now as it tackles the impact of COVID-19 on the local community. We completely understand and support this and have agreed to put on hold activity in relation to the new team for the next two months to allow the Government to focus its efforts on protecting…

Making A Difference: Nike produces PPE in fight against COVID-19

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 Brandon King

Teams from Nike’s innovation, manufacturing and product have been working with health care pros from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) to produce Product Protective Equipment in the form of full-face shields and powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) lenses to provide to health care workers. Nike has taken materials-footwear collar padding, apparel threads and TPU from air units- used in its footwear and repurposed them to be used in PPE. The face shields are produced in a nine-step process formalized through a joint effort between Nike’s Innovation teams and manufacturing groups…

Check out this colorway of the Jordan Jumpman 2020

April 7, 2020April 7, 2020 Brandon King

The latest offering of Jordan Brand’s Jumpman 2020 comes in this aesthetic. It sports a black mesh base overlaid by white leather at the eyerow and wrapping the heel. Jumpman branding at the tongue , “Flight” on the heel and royal detailing finishes the upper. A white midsole and royal rubber outsole completes the visual. The release of this Jordan Jumpman 2020 is imminent at nike.com and select retail venues. The sticker price is set at $110 USD. Jordan Jumpman 2020 BQ3448-101 $110