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Jordan Brand gives Ray Allen HOF Pack

September 8, 2018September 8, 2018 Brandon King

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, being on Jordan Brand, (or nearly any brand really) has it perks. Made for Ray. Reflect on the Hall of Famer’s career and the legendary shoes he wore. — Jordan (@Jumpman23) September 8, 2018 This was on display again as one Walter Ray Allen was amongst 13 enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend. In honor of this momentous achievement, Jordan Brand presented Allen with a HOF pack that contained at least one PE from all of the teams…

North Carolina unveils new basketball court

August 24, 2018August 24, 2018 Brandon King

The University of North Carolina is having its basketball reunion tonight, bringing together former Tar Heels ball players from years past along with current players. Part of the evening’s festivities is the dedication of the basketball court to Coach Roy Williams. Teams in the Dean Dome will now hoop it up on Roy Williams Court. In his 15 season in Chapel Hill, Williams has 424 victories, won three national titles ( 2005, 2009 and 2017), reached the Final Four Fives times, eight regular season ACC titles and three ACC tournament…

Chris Paul and Melo work out together

July 27, 2018July 28, 2018 Brandon King

A reading of the NBA tea leaves seems to have Carmelo Anthony being a part of the Houston Rockets in the not-to-distant future. According to Marc Stein of The New York Times: Carmelo Anthony is planning to sign with the Houston Rockets upon clearing waivers in coming days, according to two people with knowledge of his plans. Anthony is unlikely to become a free agent before next week, at the earliest, because his pending trade from the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Atlanta Hawks could take several days to be…

First Look: Black/Sport Royal Air Jordan 18 Retro

July 25, 2018July 24, 2018 Brandon King

Earlier we previewed new upcoming colorways of the Air Jordan 18, such as the Blue Suede, Yellow Suede, and Orange Suede, we now have the first look at an OG colorway included in this lineup, the Black and Sport Royal. Like its OG big brother from 2003, the retro version also makes use of a one piece black suede upper. The Jumpman at the bottom of the lace cover and the embroidered “23” at the top of the aforementioned cover are both silver. Metallic detailing on the top eyelets and…

Kawhi Leonard, Jordan Brand to Part Ways

July 24, 2018August 1, 2018 Brandon King

It looks like when the NBA season begins anew in October, the name across the front of the jersey will not be the only thing different he will be wearing. That is because Leonard and Jordan Brand will part ways after his contract expires later this year. ESPN’s Nick Depaula reports that the brand is “going to let Leonard walk when his contract expires later this year.” Extension talks between Leonard and Jordan Brand hit an impasse when Leonard rejected a four year, $22 million extension. The rejected deal apparently…

Air Jordan 18 “Orange Suede”

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 Brandon King

This orange suede sneaker is part of the Air Jordan 18 lineup that will be coming to retail later this year. It features a bright orange suede upper with branding and embroidered “86V” of the same hue. The upper sits atop a milky translucent midsole with white rubber present at the heel and on the traction zones. Air Jordan 18 Campfire Orange/Campfire Orange- Sail AA2494-801 $225 September 15, 2018

Taking a look at Air Jordan 18 “Blue Suede”

July 23, 2018July 23, 2018 Brandon King

This version of the Air Jordan 18 features a one piece blue suede upper and branding of the same hue. This upper sits atop a translucent midsole with white rubber at the heel and the traction sections on the outsole. This colorway has “4ME” embroidered on the front of the lace cover, rather than the traditional “23”. The “Blue Suede” Air Jordan 18 is set to release September 15th at select Jordan Brand retail venues. The sticker price is set at $225 USD. Air Jordan 18 Racer Blue/Racer Blue-Sail AA2494-401…

“Yellow Suede” Air Jordan 18 to release in September

July 23, 2018July 23, 2018 Brandon King

In addition to the Orange and Blue Suede pair, this yellow suede pair will also be added to the coming Air Jordan 18 lineup. As the moniker implies, this 18 is made of a yellow suede upper with a milky outsole and white rubber on the traction zones of the outsole. There is “74G” on the tongue instead of the normal “23”. At this time it is not known what the meaning behind that is. These Air Jordan 18 are to release September 15th at select Jordan Brand retailers. The…

Oklahoma Sooners Air Jordan Collection unveiled

July 23, 2018July 23, 2018 Brandon King

Like the University of Florida, Jordan Brand produced a collection of Air Jordans, I-XXX in the colors of the Oklahoma Sooners. Like the Gators’ collection, the Oklahoma event also revealed new unis and matching gear for the approaching season. As of the writing of this piece, there no information on if any of the shoes are scheduled for a release. @jumpman23 x @ou_football 😳 📸 @cliffbruntap #SNEAKERBARDETROIT A post shared by Sneaker Bar Detroit (@sneakerbardetroit) on Jul 22, 2018 at 4:44pm PDT

Jordan CP3.XI inspired by the Dallas Cowboys

July 22, 2018July 22, 2018 Brandon King

This CP3.XI is inspired by Chris Paul’s favorite football team, the Dallas Cowboys. The sneaker features a light smoke grey suede upper. At the forefoot is a navy and white stripe similar to that in Cowboy uniforms. The same striping is also found on the lace alleys. Other detailing includes a turf print on the insole. This upper sits atop a light smoke grey midsole and a white solid rubber outsole. The “Dallas Cowboys” Jordan CP3.XI is expected to release quite soon at Nike.com and select Jordan Brand retailers. The…