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“Command Force” Lebron 17: A Sneak Peak

March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 Brandon King

The LeBron signature line has become known for its tributes to classic Nike sneakers of the past, and that trend will continue with the LeBron 17. This latest nod to a legendary sneaker is the Air Command Force that was seen on the feet of Billy Hoyle ( played by Woody Harrelson) in tWhite Men Can’t Jump from 1992. Though there is not a full image of the shoe, just the tongue, the speculation is the shoe will feature a white Knitposite upper with multihued heel accenting and “LEBRON” across…

An initial look at this upcoming Lebron 17 Low

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 Brandon King

This new colorway of the Lebron 17 low( barring any COVID-19 related delay) is set to make its retail debut at the beginning of April. It sports black mesh overlaid by white leather with golden Nike and Lebron branding. This upper sits atop a black midsole that houses a heel Air Max bag , with a white outsole completing the aesthetic. This Lebron 17 is (still) set to release April 1 at nike.com and select retail establishments and will carry a sticker price of $170 USD. Nike LeBron 17 Low…

Black and Red Lebron 17 Low: Official Images

February 27, 2020February 27, 2020 Brandon King

Though it will not get as much fanfare as the “Toon Squad” colorway, this black and red offering of the LeBron 17 Low is one of several colorways that will drop of the lowered collared version of LeBron James’ most recent signature shoe. It sports a black upper with red showing up bordering the lateral and medial side Swooshes, LeBron signature on the tongue, LeBron logo on the heel and on the lace loops. This upper sits atop a black midsole that houses Nike React and heel Air Max bag.…

“Fairfax” LeBron 7 : Official Images

February 27, 2020 Brandon King

Official images of the one-time player exclusive Lebron 7 for Fairfax High School have been released in front of its March 6 release date. It sports a black upper of synthetic materials, leather and patent leather. The red lateral side Swoosh is bordered in maize, with maize showing up for the LeBron signature on the tongue and on the medial side branding, which also displays ‘FAIRFAX” on the lateral lower ankle. Nike LeBron 7Black/Varsity Red-Varsity MaizeCU5646-001$200March 6, 2020

February 26, 2020 NBA Recap

February 26, 2020February 26, 2020 Brandon King

Who Got It Done pt rb ast LeBron JamesLAL vs. NOP 40 8 6 Coby WhiteCHI vs. OKC 35 7 3 6-9 3-pt D. SabonisIND vs. CHO 21 15 9 Jayson TatumBOS @ POR 36 5 1 8-12 3-pt Jerami GrantDEN vs. DET 29 4 1 12-15 fg Brandon IngramNOP @ LAL 34 7 4 2 stl Zach LaVineCHI vs. OKC 41 5 4 Steven AdamsOKC @ CHI 16 9 2 3 stl , 3 blk G. AntetokounmpoMIL @ TOR 19 19 8 3 blk Marquese ChrissGSW…

Check out these images of the “Fairfax” LeBron 7

February 25, 2020February 26, 2020 Brandon King

The “Fairfax” Lebron 7 started off its life in 2009 as a PE for Los Angeles, CA Fairfax High School. In 2020 they will make their retail debut. It sports a black upper of synthetic materials, leather and patent leather. The red lateral side Swoosh is bordered in maize, with maize showing up for the LeBron signature on the tongue and on the medial side branding, which also displays ‘FAIRFAX” on the lateral lower ankle. The “Fairfax” LeBron 7 is scheduled to release March 6 and will be available at…

“Mr. Swackhammer” LeBron 17 dropping soon

February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 Brandon King

This latest addition to the LeBron 17 “Space Jam” collection is in inspired by Mr. Swackhammer. For those who are too young, or didn’t see the original Space Jam, Mr. Swackhammer is the owner of the intergalactic amusement park Moron Mountain who tried to kidnap the Looney Tunes and Michael Jordan to help his struggling park. It sports a bright volt upper with multicolor woven in that wraps the heel that is somewhat reminiscent of the outer appearance of the failing amusement park. On the insole is the Space Jam…

“Tune Squad” LeBron 17 Low dropping late February

February 16, 2020February 16, 2020 Brandon King

Since Space Jam 2, the sequel no one asked for, is one the way, Nike has released a duo of LeBron 17s inspired by the film- a LeBron 17 “Monstars” and 17 low “Tune Squad”. The “Monstars” version dropped on February 13 and the low will make its retail debut February 28 with a sticker price of $170 USD. “Tune Squad” LeBron 17White/White-University Red-Game RoyalCd5007-100$170February 28, 2020

“Space Jam” Lebron 17 Pack coming NBA All-Star Weekend

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 Brandon King

Regrettably, Space Jam 2 is a thing, and in commemorating the movie, Nike Basketball is dropping a “Space Jam” Lebron 17 Pack during this year’s NBA All-Star Weekend. The pack will consist of a “Monstars” version of the 17 and a “Toon Squad” Lebron 17 Low. The “Monstars” colorway is scheduled to release on February 14 with the “Toon Squad” releasing the next day on the 15th. At this juncture there are no images available but updates on them will be provided as information avails itself. “Monstars” Lebron 17 CD5050-400February…

Nike Basketball unveils 2020 Black History Month PEs

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 Brandon King

Nike Basketball has unveiled several PE’s for Black History Month. The grouping consists of the KD 12, Kyrie 6 , Lebron 17, PG 4 and the Zoom Freak 1. Each shoe is inspired by the street styles of the early 1990’s and African culture ( whatever that means). As these are PEs, a retail release seems unlikely, but these shoes will grace NBA courts, beginning January 20.