Tag: Jason Kidd

The OG “White/Midnight Navy” Nike Air Zoom Flight V Is Reportedly Returning in 2027

Brandon King

Nike Basketball continues to dig into its legendary late-’90s archive, and another fan favorite appears to be making a long-awaited comeback. According to multiple reports, the original “White/Midnight Navy” Nike Air Zoom Flight V is expected to return in Spring 2027, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Jason Kidd’s first signature sneaker. While Nike has yet to officially confirm the release, early reports indicate the retro will stay true to the beloved 1997 original. (⁠JustFreshKicks) The Air Zoom Flight V debuted during one of the most innovative eras in Nike Basketball…

Read More

“True Red” Nike Air Zoom Flight 95: Official Images

Brandon King

From being on the feet of Jason Kidd as well as a young, warmup jacket clad Brent “Bones” as he soared to victory in the 1996 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, the Nike Air Zoom Flight 95 is one of the many storied silhouettes from the golden age of Nike Basketball. The “True Red” which is the colorway Comes wore in the ’96 Dunk Contest, is making a return later this year. As can be seen in the images below it sports a white leather upper overlaid with red. piped with…

Read More

Mavs hire Jason Kidd, new coach signs 4-year deal

Staff

From Mike Chiari of B/R: The Dallas Mavericks reportedly agreed to make Jason Kidd their new head coach Friday, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reported Kidd agreed to a four-year contract. Charania added that Dallas also hired Nico Harrison as its new GM and head of basketball operations. Tim MacMahon of ESPN reported former Mavericks guard J.J. Barea has had preliminary conversations to join Kidd’s coaching staff. Rick Carlisle served as the Mavs’ head coach for 13 seasons from 2008-21, but he made the surprising decision to step down at…

Read More