Category: News

Nike Facing Proposed Class-Action Lawsuit Over Tariff-Related Price Hikes

Brandon King

For years, sneaker consumers have watched prices steadily climb across the footwear industry. Signature basketball sneakers routinely cross the $200 mark, retro releases continue to inch upward in price, and even general-release footwear has become increasingly expensive for everyday buyers. Now, Nike finds itself at the center of a proposed class-action lawsuit that could reignite conversations about sneaker pricing and corporate accountability. According to reports, the sportswear giant is being sued by consumers who allege Nike unfairly passed tariff-related costs onto shoppers through higher sneaker and apparel prices. The lawsuit…

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Sabrina 3 Pays Tribute to “Ellie the Elephant” With New York Liberty-Inspired Design

Brandon King

The next chapter in Sabrina Ionescu’s signature line with Nike leans directly into franchise identity, as the upcoming Sabrina 3 “Ellie the Elephant” draws inspiration from one of the most recognizable figures in women’s basketball culture. Centered around “Ellie the Elephant,” the beloved mascot of the New York Liberty, the colorway blends playful storytelling with performance-driven design. While Nike has yet to officially detail the full tech breakdown, early looks suggest a theme built around the Liberty’s signature palette, with accents that nod to Ellie’s vibrant presence at Barclays Center.…

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“Black/White” Nike Air Diamond Turk Max 96 coming May 22

Brandon King

The low-top wave continues for Deion Sanders’ signature line, as the “Black/White” Nike Air Diamond Turf Max 96 Low is now slated to release on May 22 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers for $170.   The updated silhouette keeps the aggressive DNA of the original DT Max ’96 intact while trimming things down with a lower-cut collar for a more lifestyle-friendly look. The sneaker sports a white mesh base with jagged black overlays, metallic gold accents, mini Swooshes, and visible Air cushioning in the heel.   Nike officially confirmed…

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“Ghostface” Nike Air Force 1 Low reportedly coming for Halloween 2026

Brandon King

Nike appears ready to tap into horror nostalgia once again, as the rumored “Ghostface” Nike Air Force 1 Low is expected to arrive just in time for Halloween 2026. Inspired by the iconic killer from the legendary Scream franchise, the upcoming release transforms the classic Air Force 1 into a chilling tribute to one of cinema’s most recognizable slasher villains. Early leaked images showcase a white leather upper paired with jagged black overlays and distressed detailing that gives the sneaker a sinister, battle-worn aesthetic. One of the standout design elements…

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Caitlin Clark x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Coconut Milk” Set For June Release

Brandon King

New images of the upcoming Caitlin Clark x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Coconut Milk” have emerged courtesy of ath.snkrs, giving sneaker fans another detailed look at one of the more anticipated Kobe releases of the summer. The upcoming Kobe V Protro sports a clean “Coconut Milk” base, complemented by Bright Spruce overlays and contrasting hits of University Red throughout the sneaker. A white Kobe sheath logo appears on the tongue, while Caitlin Clark branding is reportedly placed at the heel, further cementing her growing partnership presence within Nike Basketball’s Kobe…

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Oregon Ducks Nike Air Force 1 Low PE coming holiday season

Brandon King

With these upcoming Air Force 1 Lows, we are treated to one those rare and welcome instances where a one-time PE crossed over the retail realm.  This duo if Air Force 1 Lows started their lives off as exclusives to Oregon Football in front of the College Football Playoff Semifinals and now Nike has seen fit to give the masses the opportunity to have them.  The “Orchard Premium” colorway sports a green apple upper with pebbled leather of the same coolor showing up on the Swooshes that adorn the sides…

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Cade Cunningham’s ”Detroit Tough” Nike ST Charge PE coming May 20

Brandon King

This Cade-exclusive iteration of the Nike ST Charge, a model Cunningham debuted during this past All-Statr Weekend, is inspired by his team’s rising profile and identity.  They sport a sail reinforced mesh upper with Cade branding appearing perched atop the tongue, as at the red rear pull tab.  A portion of the upper is encased within a translucent TPU that acts as an armour. This casts extends down to the midsole and also home to a metallic silver Swoosh on the lateral side.  A translucent rubber outsole completes the aesthetic. …

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“Sedona” McDonald’s x Nike Book 2 releasing July 2

Brandon King

Devin Booker and Nike Basketball are serving up another storytelling-driven colorway with the upcoming “Sedona” McDonald’s x Nike Book 2, reportedly arriving July 2. Inspired by the iconic blue-arched McDonald’s in Sedona, Arizona — the only turquoise McDonald’s signage in the world — the sneaker sports desert-inspired hues alongside vibrant teal accents that immediately separate it from traditional McDonald’s-themed footwear. The collaborative Book 2 continues the momentum of Booker’s growing signature line, blending lifestyle storytelling with on-court performance. Early images showcase a mix of earthy tones, turquoise detailing, and premium…

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”Black/Laser Orange” Nike Giannis Freak 8 debuts in September 2026

Brandon King

The next iteration of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s signature arrives with this audacious aesthetic. The Freak 8 features a black mesh foundational layer augmented with molded side panels that offers support. Laser orange shows up at the Swooshes on the lateral side, as well as the tongue, atop perched is a Giannis logo. Reportedly, a ReactX midsole resides underneath the aformentioned upper along with a sculpted outsole that also flows up the upper , adding an aggressive, aerodynamic element to the design, The “Black/Laser Orange” Nike Freak 8 will debut in September…

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”White/University Red” Air Max 90 Racing to debut this summer

Brandon King

This iteration of the classic Air Max 90, features a white, perforated leather foundational layer overlaid with suede and black leather that forms a near rand. Black also takes care of the Swooshes that adorns the sides, while red stands in for the branding at the tongue, rear heel as well as the sides. Underneath resides a black midsole equipped with Visible Air at the heel as well as a matching rubber outsole, completing this racing inspired aesthetic. The “White/University Red” Nike Air Max 90 is anticipated to debut this…

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