News Archives - Page 128 of 182

“College Navy” Air Max Uptempo ‘97 to release August 4th

July 25, 2018July 25, 2018 Brandon King

The Nike Basketball classic returns in an original colorway. It is outfitted in a white leather and mesh of the same color and complemented with black and navy overlays. The white midsole displays the metallic jewels and branding midfoot on the lateral side and at the heel. Directly underneath that is a full-length Air-Max unit and outsole. The Air Max Uptempo ’97 will release at select Nike Sportswear venues August 4th. The sticker price is set at $160 USD. Nike Air Max Uptempo ’97 White/Black-College Navy 399207-101 $160 August 4,…

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…

Noah Vonleh inks deal with New York Knicks

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Ian Begley, the former Trail Blazers and Bulls big man Noah Vonleh has agreed to terms on a deal with the New York Knicks. The Knicks have reached an agreement with free agent big man Noah Vonleh, per ESPN sources. — Ian Begley (@IanBegley) July 24, 2018 The Knicks will have to make some moves to clear space for Vonleh With Noah Vonleh on board, the Knicks have 16 players on NBA contracts and two players on 2-way contracts. They will need to waive or trade a…

Black/White Flyknit Trainer to release soon

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 Brandon King

This version of the popular Nike Flyknit Trainer has a black Flyknit and Flywire upper with black medial and lateral side branding as well as that on the tongue. This tonal upper sits atop a white midsole and a black rubber outsole finishes off this simple, yet effective design. This Flyknit Trainer is expected to release soon at nike.com and select Nike Sportswear retailers. Nike Flyknit Trainer AH8396-007 $150

Kevin Love inks extension with Cleveland Cavaliers

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Brain Windhorst, and cleveland.com’s Joe Vardon, the Cleveland Cavaliers and KevinLove have agreed on a four-year $120 million extension. Signed, sealed, delivered. 📝@kevinlove https://t.co/1iELkeoh1r — Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) July 24, 2018 Love had this to say about the deal and remaining a Cavalier: When I first came to Cleveland, I came with a long-term mindset. I came here to win. We developed a culture here that reflects that. I’m super excited and I couldn’t be happier. It’s a big commitment for me and it’s…

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

Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Update- Fat Joe’s former business partner sentenced to 35 months in prison

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 Brandon King

In a previous edition of Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers, we covered the story of Fat Joe’s former business partner Scott Spina, a.k.a. Scotty Kickz. Back in April, Spina pled guilty to one count of wire fraud. He got in hot water when, according to court documents, he used credit card information of customers not for their intended purposes of purchasing clients’ shoes but instead made personal purchases. Spina also falsely reported legitimate purchases made on his personal credit card as fraudulent. On July 23, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito…

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…