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Big Baller Brand unveils Lonzo Ball ZO2 sneaker

May 4, 2017 Brandon King

It was reported last week that the major sneaker brands expressed no interest in the deal LaVar Ball pitched to them in that they would have to license his Big Baller Brand. “We said from the beginning, we aren’t looking for an endorsement deal, Mr. Ball said. ‘We’re looking for co-branding, a true partner. But they’re not ready for that because they’re not used to that model. But het, the taxi industry wasn’t ready for Uber either.” The Sports World is Forever Changed. Introducing Lonzo's 1st Signature Shoe: The ZO2…

Footwear With Care’s latest initiative donates hundreds of sneakers to Hartford,CT homeless

April 30, 2017 Brandon King

Through our ongoing, and aptly named,series, “Stupid Things Do For Sneakers, we outline the less than quality decisions people make in regards to sneakers. Stories such as the following are not only a joy to report, but also provide a positive counterbalance by highlighting people out there using sneakers to make a difference. Reported by Fox61 Footwear With Care is the latest initiative through the nonprofit Community Partners in Action. It was started last year and has helped over 1,000 homeless adults and children in the Hartford, CT area. Decent…

NikeLab Air Max Plus

April 21, 2017April 21, 2017 Brandon King

Since it’s initial release way back in 1998, the Air Max Plus has remained rather popular and has enjoyed a sizable following. For this latest incarnation, NikeLab put its spin on it, replacing its plastic toe bumper for a tumbled ,soft full grain leather. You can pick these up beginning April 25 at select retailers and at nike.com/NikeLab.

The Nike Zoom Vaporfly 4%

April 19, 2017April 19, 2017 Brandon King

Monday was a good day for the Zoom Vaporfly 4%. The shoe was worn by Geoffrey Kirui, Galen Rupp and Suguru Osako- who took home first ,second and third respectively in the men’s elite field, and by women’s first and third place finishers Edna Kiplagat and Jordan Hasay. This version features a white Flymesh upper with a large black swoosh that extends to nearly the heel. This sits atop a white Nike ZoomX midsole. According to Nike, the full-length carbon plate along with aforementioned midsole can make runners up to…

Nike Flyknit Racer “Maracon Pack”

April 17, 2017April 17, 2017 Brandon King

The latest return of the Flyknit Racer makes it return in the Macaron Pack. The collection is made of the pastel hues blueberry, pistachio, lavender and strawberry. You can get your hands on these when they release May 19 on Nike.com, Nike+, SNKRS, and at select retailers.

Nike Basketball Presents the “Flip The Switch” Collection

April 17, 2017 Brandon King

The Nike Basketball Flip The Switch collection highlights the energy of the NBA playoffs. The collection is comprised of the LeBron XIV, KD9, Kyrie 3, and the PG1 and although common textural elements are shared amongst the four shoes, each one carries unique traits linked to each athletes. This four shoe collection will be available globally May 5 on Nike.com and select retailers.

Multicolor Flyknit Racer coming April 7

April 4, 2017 Brandon King

The popular Nike runner returns donning a new, multicolored aesthetic. According to the company, the Flyknit on this racer is ” highlighting the transformative technology’s ability to weave several hues into a virtually seamless and incredibly lightweight upper. These will be available on Nike’s SNKRS app, Nike + and at select retailers.

“Playoff “Air Jordan Returns June 20th

April 4, 2017April 4, 2017 Brandon King

It has been seven years since the “Playoff” Air Jordan 13 has seen the retail light of day. That changes on June 20, 2017 when the shoe that Micheal Jordan wore for part his last playoff run (and All-Star game) as a Chicago Bull will be brought back. Just like the OG and 2010 incarnations, this version will be outfitted in its black tumbled leather upper with black suede overlays. True red takes care of the tongue Jumpman and the perimeter of the outsole with white detailing on the outsole.…

Ewing named as Hoyas’ New Basketball Coach

April 3, 2017April 3, 2017 Brandon King

Georgetown announced earlier today that Patrick Ewing will be their new coach, filling the vacancy left when John Thomas III was fired on March 23. Ewing had this to say in a statement released by the University: My four years at Georgetown were the best of my life. Georgetown is my home and it is a great honor for me to return to my alma mater and serve as the next head coach. I have been preparing to be a head coach for many years and can’t wait to return…

Stupid Things People Do for Sneakers: Maryland Truck Driver Allegedly Stole $19K worth of sneakers

March 31, 2017April 1, 2017 Brandon King

Our Stupid Things People Do for Sneakers returns after its multiweek hiatus. We hit the ground running with the ordeal of Cortney Slater. A Maryland truck driver pled guilty to pilfering more than $19,000 worth of shoes. According to reporting by WMAR in Baltimore, in July 2016 a New Penn Motor Express employee saw an entire pallet of New Balance sneakers were missing. Apparently, this was shortly after driver, Cortney Lynn Slater had been in the vicinity of the shoes. The worker then reported his finding to a shipping clerk,…