Category: Nike

An initial look at the “All-Star Illusion” Nike KD 6

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The KD 6 is making its return in 2026 and we have our first look at one of the returning colorways- the “All-Star Illusion.” Black serves as the base for this synthetic upper with a multicoloured pattern present, primarily on the lateral side. Glow-in-the-dark detailing is seen on the lateral and medial side Swooshes as well as the, tongue and its branding.  Underneath resides, a black midsole visible heel cushioning as well as a glow in the dark out Sole.  As it currently stands the All-Star illusion KD6 is slated…

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LeBron and Nike face criticism over MLK shoe

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Holidays in the sporting world are an opportunity for players and teams to get in on the celebration by wearing special jerseys, and in the case of the NBA, sneakers. Christmas, Easter, and St. Patrick’s Day all see players break out special, unique colorways. MLK Day is no different, as we have seen shoes commemorating the day and the icon, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, grace NBA hardwoods for many years.  For MLK Day 2026, LeBron James broke out a special colorway of the LeBron 23, as he has done on many occasions. This year’s…

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“Year of the Horse” Nike Kobe VIII Protro returning January 31

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The “Year of the Horse” Kobe VIII debuted in 2014 as part of Nike’s Chinese Zodiac Collection and they are primed to make their return in 2026.  Featuring updated Protro tech, they sport an eye-catching light crimson knit upper adorned with a large gold Swoosh on the lateral side, with smaller such branding present on the medial ankle.  Gold also stands in on the Kobe logo perched atop the tongue as well as the Kobe signature on the external heel counter. Backing the tongue is a horse graphic, further tying…

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“University Blue” Nike Air returns in March 2026

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After 23 years on the sneaker sidelines, Nike has seen fit to call the proverbial number of the “University Blue” Air Foamposite Pro.  As was the case with its 2003 progenitor, the 2026 iteration will feature a university blue Foamposite upper with a large white Swoosh on the lateral side. A smaller midnight navy Swoosh is present on the lateral eye row, with embroidered branding appearing on the rear heel. University blue stripes appear on the front pull tab, while “FOAMPOSITE” is present on the rear.  Underneath the aforementioned upper…

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“Gym Red” Nike Air Foamposite Pro coming in 2026

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When it debuted in 2015 this colorway of the Foamposite Pro was known as the “Red October”, eleven years later it is set to return, albeit under a new moniker.  At this stage there are no available images of the 2026 iteration; we should be presented with the same aesthetic as the 2015 monochromatic red Foamposite Pro. The branding on the lateral side and rear heel is red, with the only bit of visual variety coming in the form of striping on the pull tabs and the border of the…

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“All-Star 3D Hollywood” coming in February 

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The “3D Hollywood “ Kobe VI debuted back in 2011, along with several other colorways of the silhouette as the NBA All-Star Game was in LA that year. In true Mamba fashion, Kobe scored a game-high 37 points and was named the game’s MVP.  Its 3-D glasses theme can be seen in the shadowed scales on the upper as well as the mismatched red and blue detailing on each shoe, a nod to 3-D specs.  Backing the tongue is a depiction of a pair of 3-D glasses with a Kobe…

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“Grape” Nike Air Max ‘95 available now

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The “Grape” is one of the original colorways of the classic Air Max 95 and has made another triumphant return in 2026.  They sport a gradient upper comprised of mesh, suede, and leather. Court Purple appears on the lateral ankle Swoosh, the lace loops, the tongue, and the “Nike Air” branding on the rear heel.  Reflective detailing and “airmax” branding on the tongue completes this upper that sits atop a white midsole that houses the big bubbles at the heel and forefoot as well as a black rubber outsole.  The…

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Jurassic Park” Nike Ja 3 debuting April 2026

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This iteration of the well-received Nike Ja 3 features a yellow to black transition at the upper. A vibrant red downturned Swoosh on the lateral side is joined by a stylized “A”, forming the moniker of the sneaker’s namesake, with more conventionally oriented branding seen on the medial side The left tongue features the iconic Jurassic Park logo, while a JA logo occupies the right. The insoles feature an image pair of velociraptors with an additional Jurassic Park logo and Ja branding on each respective tongue, further tying the sneaker…

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Neon” Air Max 90 coming in 2026

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This iteration takes the “Neon” colorway, most commonly associated with the classic Air Max ‘95, and lets the 90 take it for a spin.  It features a grey mesh foundation layer, overlaid with grey suede. Neon Swooshes adorn the sides, with grey and anthracite showing up on the top and bottom plastic eyelets. Anthracite also takes care of the “AIR MAX” logo on the lateral side, while volt shows up on the “NIKE AIR” branding on the tongue and rear heel.  Underneath this upper resides a black midsole with visible…

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“Cosmic” Air Jordan 4 coming in the Fall of 2026

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Already dubbed “Cosmic,” this colorway of the classic Air Jordan 4 is intended to be part of Jordan Brand’s Fall 2026 release roster.  While no images have come to light, what is known is that they will make use of an off white, anthracite, Neutral grey, fire pink, light arctic pink, and muslin color palette. Initial speculation assigns an aesthetic of an off white upper with netting of the same color on the sides and tongue. Magenta shows up on the ends of the upper and lowermost lace eyelets. A…

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