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Concepts and Nike Basketball to release a Kyrie 5

August 18, 2019August 18, 2019 Brandon King

Following their “Green Lobster” Kyrie 4 and the “Ikhet” Kyrie 5, Boston based Concepts is dropping another collaborative Kyrie 5. Inspired by constellations , which can be seen on the tongue and Swooshes, this sneaker sports a gradient blue hue with tan showing up on the Flytrap . A darker shade of blue comprises the midsole with a light blue outsole completing the aesthetic. At this juncture, there are not release details available but we will have them once that information avails itself.

A real first look at the Kyrie 6

August 17, 2019August 17, 2019 Brandon King

After being spotted on the feet of Mr. Kyrie Irving during a work out a few weeks ago we finally have them in hand an up close look at Irving‘s upcoming signature shoe the Kyrie 6. The sneaker sports a black upper spread across textile up front and leather wrapping around the heel. White Kyrie and Nike branding are found on the tongue and lateral side,respectively. Most prominent at the upper is the midfoot strap, a feature that has not been seen on the Irving’s line since the Kyrie 2.…

Kyrie Irving shows Nike Kyrie 5 “Spongebob” Collection

July 17, 2019July 17, 2019 Brandon King

Kyrie Irving unveiled the entire “SpongeBob x Nike Kyrie 5” Collection at Rocnation Sports recently. The collection features Kyrie 5s and Kyrie 2 Lows inspired by characters from the show. We could see a release of this collection later this year.

Kyrie Irving to meet with Nets Sunday, deal likely imminent

June 29, 2019June 29, 2019 Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, free agent Kyrie Irving is meeting with the Brooklyn Nets Sunday and both sides are “motivated” to get a deal done quickly. Getting the Irving deal done will allows the Nets to turn their focus to how they are going to proceed with D’Angelo Russell. Wojnarowski adds the Nets are looking at potential sign-and-trade scenarios rather than outright renouncing him.

“Friends” Nike Kyrie 5 release date

April 25, 2019April 25, 2019 Brandon King

This special edition Kyrie 5 is inspired by Irving’s favorite television show, “Friends”. As we have previewed official images of the shoe, but now there is an official release date to go with all the images of this shoe. The “Friends” Nike Kyrie 5 will release May 16at nike.com and select retail establishments. The sticker price is set at $130 USD. Nike Kyrie 5 “Friends”Black/White-Bright Crimson-Amarillo AO2919-006$130May 16, 2019

Kyrie Irving breaks out Kobe-inspired PEs

April 18, 2019April 18, 2019 Brandon King

Wednesday night Kyrie Irving went of for 37 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in Boston’s 99-91 game 2 win over the Indiana Pacers. For last night’s festivities,Kyrie broke out a never-before seen PE of his Kyrie 5. Inspired by Kobe Bryant, the sneaker features a snakeskin pattern upper with bright orange and volt detailing. On the heel and on the tongue is a Kyrie-Kobe hybrid logo. A sail midsole and orange outsole complete this aesthetic of this Kyrie exclusive. Don’t look for a retail release for these but take…

NBA Playoff Recap: April 17, 2019

April 18, 2019April 18, 2019 Brandon King

Top Performers Kyrie IrvingBOS vs. IND 37 6 7 6-10 3-pt Eric BledsoeMIL vs. DET 27 4 6 3 stl James HardenHOU vs. UTA 32 13 10 Triple-double Khris MiddletonMIL vs. DET 24 5 8 Pat ConnaughtonMIL vs. DET 18 9 3 4 blk G. AntetokounmpoMIL vs. DET 26 12 4 2 blk B. BogdanovicIND @ BOS 23 8 3 4 stl Ricky RubioUTA @ HOU 17 4 9 4 stl Jayson TatumBOS vs. IND 26 4 2 Derrick FavorsUTA @ HOU 14 12 0 3 blk Yesterday’s Scores Indiana…

“UFO” Nike Kyrie 5 Official Images

April 17, 2019April 17, 2019 Brandon King

This colorway has an unidentified flying object (U.F.O.) theme. It features an obsidian upper; in addition to the speckling found on the Flytrap and on the heel counter, blue and green detailing are found on the lateral swoosh and on the Kyrie logo at the top of the tongue. On the medial side, a green swoosh finds its home. Located on the Flytrap is a embroidered basketball flying saucer. A sea foam blue midsole with an orange section denoting the location of the forefoot Zoom Air unit is located sits…

Celtics sitting seven for Wizards game

April 8, 2019April 8, 2019 Brandon King

As we wind down to the last games of the NBA season, and teams gear up for the playoffs ( or the offseason), resting players is a common occurrence. The Boston Celtics may need to give gamers to field a full team because they will have seven players out for Wednesday night’s game against the Washington Wizards. The team announced that Aaron Baynes, Jaylen Brown, Gordon Hayward, Al Horford, Kyrie Irving, Marcus Morris, Marcus Smart, Jayson Tatum and Guerschon Yabusele are all out. The Celtics currently sit at 4th place…

Nike Kyrie 5 EYBL – First Look

April 7, 2019April 7, 2019 Brandon King

For their recently announced Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) schedule – April 26-28 in Atlanta; May 10-12 Indianapolis,IN, and May 24-26 in Dallas, TX- Nike has produced special sneakers for the occasion. One of the shoes the youth will be wearing will be this Kyrie 5. It features a light turquoise upper with red present on the lateral and medial Swooshes and the Flywire. A floral motif covers both the Flytrap and the heel counter. An EYBL logo on the aforementioned heel, a speckled midsole and a white runner outsole…