Category: Nike

Tennessee State squeaks by Jackson State in Southern Heritage Classic

Brandon King

Tennessee State came into yesterday's 2017 Southern Heritage Classic fresh off a win over Div-1 Georgia State but also with history on their side as winners of the last 5 Classics. Jackson State rolled into the game licking their wounds from a 63-0 beat down from Texas Christian University. With the aforementioned factors, it would be quite easy to assume TSU would steamroll JSU, but that's why they play the game. What the 47,407 who took in this year's SHC were treated a hotly contested game that came down to…

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Michigan shows off team exclusive Jordans

Brandon King

Michigan has been showing the perks of its relationship with Jordan Brand. Thursday on the basketball team's twitter an image of a team exclusive pair of the upcoming Air Jordan XXXII Low. https://twitter.com/umichbball/status/905979695946190849 The next day, they chased it with another tweet showing off Superfly 2017's that got the Michigan treatment. https://twitter.com/umichbball/status/906112001776263168 A retail release is likely not on the horizon so unless Coach John Beilein is offering you a scholarship or a place on his staff, you are going to have a difficult time tracking down a pair.

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Man shot in row over sneakers

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A 27-year-old State Island, N.Y. was shot because of a fracas over a pair of sneakers. As reported by silive.com , according to a source, the 27-year-old was walking down the street when he picked up a pair of shoes he saw on the curb. He went to his residence, where he put the shoes and went back out. It was then that he was confronted by a gentleman, who was the alleged shooter. Staten Island Advance/Annalise Knudson) The victim was asked by the suspected gunman from where did he…

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Nike KD10 “Numbers”

Brandon King

Although this KD10 may seem simple with its white upper only being broken up by a black lateral Swoosh bordered in royal blue , its white midsole and translucent outsole, there is a little more than meets the eye. Upon closer inspection, this is a groundbreaking shoe, as it is the first Nike Basketball signature shoe to feature a team logo. This shoe will be available October 1 on nike.com and select retailers.

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Albany State opens season with victory over Valdosta State

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Saturday's matchup between Albany State and Valdosta State is the 19th time the two schools have met. Valdosta State has dominated the series, compiling a 17-1 record. The Blazers of VSU also rolled into Albany sporting a number 11 ranking in the American Football Coaches Association poll. The Golden Rams defense got things going two and a half minutes in when ASU's Nick Scott intercepted an Adam Robles pass and took it 75 yards to the house. A Gabriel Ballinas 22 yard field goal put Albany State up 10-0. After…

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Ex-Gators QB Treon Harris powers Tennessee State to win over Georgia State

Brandon King

Thursday night Tennessee State and Georgia State squared off in the season opener for both teams. The game marked the first ever meeting between the two schools and the second straight season TSU has kicked off its season against a div-1 (FBS) opponent. The contest also saw the debut of Georgia State Head Coach Shawn Elliott and the panthers were playing their first game in the recently renovated Georgia State Stadium that was the former home of the Atlanta Braves, Turner Field. Spearheaded by former University of Florida, and now…

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Thomas’ medical evaluation could put trade in jeopardy

Brandon King

It seems the hip injury that caused Isaiah Thomas to miss the last two games of the Eastern Conference Finals could be a potential roadblock in the completion of the recent trade that sent Thomas to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics. Thomas was in Cleveland yesterday for his physical and there is some concern in regards to his health. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Cleveland is weighing its option after the aforementioned physical. https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/901279114623102976 https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/901280075978600453 https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/901280704465694720 If Thomas is not cleared, this could result in the…

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Cavs deal Irving to Celtics

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The Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers have come to terms on a trade. According to Shams Charania of The Vertical, the deal will send Cavs’ point guard Kyrie Irving to the Celtics in exchange for Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic and the Brooklyn Nets’ 2018 first round pick. Celtics are sending Thomas, Crowder, Ante Zizic and Brooklyn's 2018 first-round pick for Kyrie Irving, league sources tell The Vertical. https://t.co/gdaT9UjVGl — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 22, 2017 Stay tuned to sneakershoptalk for more info as it becomes available.

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