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For the Love of the Game: Bringing Competition and Culture Back to NBA All-Star Weekend

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Written by contributor Hodari P.T. Brown The NBA All-Star Weekend has always represented more than just an exhibition. At its best, it is a celebration of the game’s highest level of skill, creativity, history, and cultural influence. As a passionate fan who wants the game of basketball to continue thriving—watched, respected, and loved across generations—I believe the All-Star Weekend must evolve in a way that restores competitiveness, honors tradition, and makes the event as culturally significant and nationally captivating as it has ever been. Basketball is too important to too…

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“Space Jam” Air Jordan XI returning December 12, will feature “23” on the heel

Brandon King

The “Space Jam” Air Jordan XI is making its first retail appearance since 2009( the 2016 version was actually a playoff PE) to much anticipation.  Although there are no available images, what we should be presented with is an Air Jordan XI that sports a black ballistic mesh upper overlaid by black leather at the rear heel and a high-cut patent leather rand.  Varsity royal should be present at the Jumpman that occupies the lateral ankle as well as between the “JUMPMAN JORDAN” band that traverses the tongue. Notably this…

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Confirmed: “Infrared” Air Jordan VI returning November 7

Brandon King

The “Infrared” Air Jordan VI is making its first retail return in over a decade later this year.  Though images of the 2026 iteration have surfaced, we should expect an Air Jordan VI with a perforated white leather upper and overlays that form a stylized “23.” Infrared should appear on the lace locks, Jumpman on the tongue, and the stripe on the rear spoiler. Black would be present at the inner as well as the rubber portion of the tongue, which also reads “AIR JORDAN.” Underneath should reside an infrared…

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“He Got Game” Air Jordan XIII Low No More

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News of the release of “He Got Game” Air Jordan XIII Low was met with bemusement and bewilderment, but certainly not widespread anticipation.  These were initially scheduled to debut in April 2026 however they will not have the opportunity to become a longtime occupant of store shelves, as according to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the “He Got Game” Air Jordan XIII Low has been scrapped. 

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“Light Aqua” Air Jordan 6 scrapped

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The “Light Aqua” was a new colorway of the Air Jordan 6 that was slated to be part of Jordan Brand’s Fall 2026 release roster.  However, that appears to be the case no longer. According to reporting via zsneakerheadz, the “Light Aqua” 6 release has been scrapped.  The “Light Aqua” Air Jordan 6 joins the “He Got Game” Air Jordan XIII Low as recent upcoming releases that fell victim to the chopping block. 

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“Flint” Air Jordan XIII release postponed

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The “Flint” Air Jordan XIII is among the most anticipated releases of 2026. This year’s release will mark the fifth retail run of the original colorway, which debuted in 1998 and returned in 2005, 2010, and 2020.  The “Flint” XIII was scheduled embark on its cinque retail on April 25, zsneakerheadz reports that they have been postponed and will now release on August 1. 

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”Galaxy Aura” Nike GT Future coming March 2026

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Although this upcoming Nike GT Future may get its theme from the iconic “Galaxy” Air Foamposite One, it does not merely wear the aesthetic of that classic as its skin but makes it it’s own. its synthetic upper features an outer space pattern with a nebula prominently seen at heel and midfoot on both sides of the foot. A black Swoosh is seen on the lateral side ankles with additional branding seen perched atop the tongue. The double lasted design means the midsole is not visible , with a black…

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PE Corner: Rob Dillingham’s Nike GT Cut 4 PE is releasing

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For the overwhliming majority of the subjects of “PE Corner” they remain in the realm of Player Exclusives, never to see the retail light of day, however that is not the case for this Rob Dillingham iteration of the Nike GT Cut 4. This PE of the recently acquired Chicago Bulls guard sports a metallic gold synthetic upper with small silver Swooshes on the medial ankles. Dilliahgam’s “With the Shifts” logo is stamped on the rear heel. Additional Swooshes are stamped on the medial toe, with grey showing up on…

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Week 6 Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Major Division Women’s Basketball Top 5

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Week 6 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Major Division Women’s Basketball Top 5 saw a fair amount of shuffling in polls, with a new entrant into the top 5.  5. Norfolk State Lady Spartans ( 11-12, 6-2) The Lady Spartans enter this week’s polls at No. 5 after being outside of the top 5 the previous week. Norfolk State went 1-0 last week, defeating North Carolina Central 58-45 in their lone outing. The Lady Spartans are currently second in the MEAC, trailing Howard.  4. Alcorn State Lady…

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Alabama State’s Dylan Djete invited to CFL combine

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Alabama State wide receiver Dylan Djete has accepted an invitation to the CFL.  The Quebec native began his collegiate career at Wofford. Following his freshman campaign, in which he caught 27 passes for 431 yards and a touchdown, Djete was also named to the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team.  In his 3 seasons at Wofford, Djete appeared in 31 games, catching 59 passes for 772 yards and 4 touchdowns. This season with Alabama State, Djete was the Hornets’ third leading receiver, recording 28 receptions for 422 yards and 4 touchdowns.  The 2026 CFL Combine will…

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