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“Halo” Kobe III Protro: An initial look

Brandon King

Worn by Kobe Bryant in the 2007-08 season, the Kobe III is the latest model to get the Protro (performance retro) treatment.  Initial images of the “Halo”, one of the reintroductory colorways have come to light. This monochromatic colorway sports an all white mesh upper with improvedpadding at the tongue. A white Swoosh is seen at the rear heel, while a Kobe logo is perched atop the iridescent tongue.  In addition to the extra padding at the tongue, other Protro performance upgrades includes a Zoom Air strobel as well as…

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This KD 18 is inspired by the “Royal” Air Foamposite One

Brandon King

As we previously saw with the Air Bakin-inspired colorway, the aesthetics of classic Nike silhouettes, have found there way into come colorways of the KD 18 and this upcoming look for the KD 18 is inspired by another classic from Nike’s vault.  The “International Blue” iteration is inspired by the “Royal” Foamposite One. It sports an international blue upper paired with black at the underlays, tongue, and inner. An iridescent KD logo is seen perched atop the tongue, while the Swoosh on the lateral ankle shares the same aesthetic.  Underneath…

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First Look at the “Bring the Heat” Nike Sabrina 3

Brandon King

After the wildly successful Sabrina 1 and 2, the next evolution in the signature line of New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu, the Sabrina 3 has a lot to live up to.  Initial images of one of the initial colorways of the Sabrina 3 have come to light. Dubbed “Bring the Heat”, they sport a yellow and pink knit upper in tones reminiscent of what one might see at dawn or dusk.  Black Swooshes adorn the lateral side, while a Sabrina “S” logo is perched atop the tongue. Printed on…

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“Blueprint” Nike Sabrina 3 coming July 26

Brandon King

This upcoming colorway of the Sabrina 3 sports a Flywire equipped knit upper with metallic gold Swooshes adorning the lateral sides. A golden Sabrina logo is perched atop the tongue, while the heel is wrapped in a blueprint pattern.  Underneath resides a pale blue midsole and a translucent rubber outsole.  The “Blueprint” Nike Sabrina 3 is slated to debut July 26; they will carry a 135 USD sticker price in adult sizing and 100 USD in grade school sizing.  Images via SneakerNews

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‘All-Star’ Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 Reportedly Returning in Spring 2026

Brandon King

Originally debuting in 2004 and last seen in 2016, the “All-Star” Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 is returning in 2026, according to KicksFinder At this juncture there are no available images of the 2025 iteration, however what we should be presented with is a white upper overlaid with red red-bordered blue nubuck at the toe. Royal blue Swooshes adorn the lateral side, while the medial is home to a field of perforations. Ovoid cut-outs on the ankle allow for additional comfort and ventilation.  The ankle strap should read “HUARACHE 2K4”…

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“Triple White” Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Surfaces

Brandon King

This sneaker tribute to the late, great, Kobe Bryant comes to us in the form of the classic Air Force 1 Low. It sports an all-white snake-scaled upper with Kobe’s numbers “8” and “24” embroidered on each respective rear heel overlay. The lace dubraes respectively read “MAMBA” and “FOREVER”, while a stamped Kobe logo is seen on the lateral, lower heel.  Underneath resides the standard Air Force 1 midsole and rubber outsole.  The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low is expected to debut this fall at nike.com and…

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“Bulls Away” Nike Air Max Uptempo 95 Releasing Spring 2026

Brandon King

The Air Max Uptempo 95 has seen time on the feet of players like Kevin Garnett, Derek Fisher, and most notably, Scottie Pippen, and this upcoming iteration of the classic basketball silhouette has a definite Chicago Bulls flavor. It sports a varsity red upper overlaid with black nubuck. Black bordered white Swooshes are seen on the lateral sides, while smaller branding and ‘AIR” is on smaller overlays. Pull tabs are seen on the tongue and heel while on the rear heel an uptempo logo can be seen.  Underneath resides a…

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OG “Fire Red” Nike Diamond Turf 2 Slated for Spring 2026 Comeback

Brandon King

Originally debuting back in 1994 and last seen in 2012, the “Fire Red” Nike Air Diamond Turf 2 is in the works to make an anticipated return in the spring of 2026. They sport a vibrant fire red upper with white , black and metallic gold showing up in complimentary roles. A white Swoosh appears on the midfoot strap, while “NIKE DIAMOND TURF” is perched atop the tongue. On the rear heel, Devon’s logo and Nike branding can be seen. Underneath resides a black and white midsole and a black,…

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Official Look at Caitlin Clark’s “Indiana Fever” Kobe V Protro

Brandon King

Earlier this year, images emerged of an Indiana Fever themed colourway of the Kobe V Protro made for WNBA star Caitlin Clark. It was also revealed that this sneaker, that began its life as a PE for Clark would soon be available to the masses via a planned retail release.  Official images of this upcoming Kobe V Protro and they sport a flywire equipped midnight navy upper adorned with bright crimson and university gold bordered Swooshes on both the lateral amd medial sides. A Kobe logo is perched atop the…

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Sneak Peek: Nike Ja 3—First Look at Ja Morant’s Latest Sneaker

Brandon King

Initial images of the next evolution in the signature line of Memphis Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant.  They sport an intense pink upper that incorporates what appears to be a claw scratch motif using scores of tiny depictions of Morant’s logo.  White Swooshes adorn the medial sides, while downturned and reversed black bordered silver Swoosh has its home on the lateral side near the ankle. An embroidered Ja logo is perched atop the tongue, while “TWELVE” appears on the lateral rear heel.  Underneath resides pink Zoom X equipped midsole and…

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