Category: PE Corner

PE Corner: The “UNC” Air Jordan 14

Brandon King

Jordan Brand’s collegiate PE run continues to raise the bar, and the latest “UNC” Air Jordan 14 PE might be one of the cleanest school exclusives we’ve seen in years. Designed exclusively for the University of North Carolina athletics program, the player-exclusive Air Jordan 14 trades traditional leather for a luxurious University Blue suede upper that immediately commands attention. Navy detailing on the tongue, sockliner, and outsole provides contrast, while carbon fiber accents along the midsole preserve the Ferrari-inspired DNA that made the XIV iconic in the first place.  …

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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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Donovan Mitchells unveils the “Spider Man” Adidas Don Issue 8 

Brandon King

In Game 1 of their second round series against the No.1 seed Detroit Pistons, Cleveland Cavaliers star guard Donovan Mitchell introduced the world to a new color way of his Adidas Don Issue 8.  Already dubbed “Spider Man” due to the color palette, which matches that of the web-slinging hero, it sports a blue to red and back to blue transition across its synthetic upper.  Black shows up at the collar , as well as the inner, red and black are alternatively featured atop each respective tongue, with Adidas branding…

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PE Corner: Jalen Brunson debuts new Kobe III Low Protro PE

Brandon King

Although it went longer than they or their fans would have liked, the Knicks were able to get by the Atlanta Hawks 4-2 in the opening round the Eastern Conference playoffs.  As the Knicks season continues on, that means we get to see how deep does Jalen Brunson’s bag of Kobe PEs goes. His latest was this Kobe III Protro Low, which he broke out in the Knicks 137-98 public caning of the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their second round series.  They feature a gradient upper that transitions…

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PE Corner: The “Howard Bison” Air Jordan 14 PE

Brandon King

Howard and Jordan Brand continue to show that when it comes to player exclusives, they don’t mess around.  This beautifully executed piece of sneaker art features a navy suede upper with a Bison logo in the shield on the lateral side that is normally occupied by a Jumpman.  Red shows up on the “JORDAN” and “XIV” on both sides of the tongue, with the color also taking care of the “23” and Jumpman on the rear heel, as well as the branding onthe toe.  Underneath the aformentioned upper resides a…

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PE Corner: “Marquette” Air Jordan 14 PE: A Luxe Blue and Gold Exclusive for the Golden Eagles

Brandon King

Jordan Brand continues to strengthen its connection with collegiate programs, and the latest example is a head-turning Air Jordan 14 “Marquette” Player Exclusive. Crafted specifically for the Marquette Golden Eagles, this premium iteration blends elevated materials with bold school pride, resulting in one of the cleanest PE executions we’ve seen in recent memory. ⸻ A Premium Take on the Air Jordan 14 Built on the iconic Air Jordan 14 silhouette, the Marquette PE arrives dressed in a rich blue suede upper that immediately commands attention. The soft, almost velvety texture…

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First Look at the “Cincinnati Bearcats” Air Jordan 14 PE

Brandon King

Jordan Brand’s college PE run continues to quietly stack some of the cleanest player exclusives in the pipeline, and Cincinnati just added a strong entry with its own take on the Air Jordan 14. . 🐾 Design Breakdown The Cincinnati Bearcats PE keeps things restrained, but intentional. The upper is built in a charcoal suede foundation, giving the shoe a muted, refined tone that feels closer to a luxury retro than a typical on-court PE. Black accents take over the tongue, inner lining, and lace system, reinforcing the tonal balance.…

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PE Corner: Florida Gators x Air Jordan 14 Player Exclusive

Brandon King

The Florida Gators continue to build out their elite Jordan Brand lineup with a striking Air Jordan 14 Player Exclusive, a very well executed sneaker. As part of the ongoing rollout of team-issued AJ14s across Jumpman programs, Florida’s version leans into bold school identity while preserving the silhouette’s luxury sports car roots—originally inspired by **Michael Jordan’s Ferrari 550 Maranello. 🔍 A Closer Look This Florida-exclusive iteration delivers a premium build with strong visual identity: The craftsmanship and material choice elevate this pair beyond a typical team shoe—it’s a statement piece.…

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PE Corner: University of Houston Cougars x Air Jordan 14

Brandon King

Jordan Brand continues its NCAA PE run, and the Cougars might have one of the cleanest executions yet. 🔴 First Look Breakdown The University of Houston Air Jordan 14 PE leans heavily into the iconic Ferrari DNA of the silhouette—and honestly, it might be the closest any school PE has come to that legendary look. The combination of red suede + gold detailing + carbon fiber elements gives it that luxury sports car aesthetic that the 14 is known for.   🏎️ Ferrari Energy, Houston Identity This pair is clearly…

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PE Corner: An initial look at the “Michigan” Air Jordan 14 PE

Brandon King

This iteration of the Air Jordan 14 is made excluively for the Michigan Wolverines.  They feature a one piece maize leather upper paired with blue at the tongue inner and rear heel. Perched atop the front of the tongue reads “JORDAN”, with “XIV” visble on the back side.  A Michigan logo is seen in place of the Jumpman branding on the shield on the lateal ankle, while maize takes care of the “23” and Jumpman on the rear heel.  The midsole feature a carbon fiber pattern, with a gols a…

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