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LeBron Soldier 11 “Prototype”

May 25, 2017May 29, 2017 Brandon King

Earlier, we highlighted the white colorway of the next edition of the Nike LeBron line, the Soldier 11. The “Prototype” colorway features a black foam and mesh upper adorned with a black “Dunkman” logo on the second strap loop and black “LJ” logo on the heel counter. A black midsole with swoosh branding and a clear outsole sporting LeBron’s “LJ” logo complete the sleek look of this shoe. Look for the LeBron Soldier 11 May 31 on SNKRS, Nike+, select retailers and nike.com.

Nike LeBron Soldier 11 to Release in June

May 19, 2017 Brandon King

The follow up to last year’s very popular Soldier 10 finally has a release date. This colorway is dressed in a white upper. Like the soldier 10, the most prominent features are the four straps that start at the forefoot and conclude at the ankle. The aforementioned upper and a white and black Zoom-Air contained midsole sits atop a blue tinted translucent outsole. The Nike LeBron Soldier 11 is set to release June 3, 2017 at select Nike Basketball retailers. The retail is $130 which is $10 less than…

Nike LeBron XIV “Agimat”

May 12, 2017 Brandon King

This LeBron XIV was inspired by LeBron’s visit to the Philippines and commends the pinoy ballers’ fearless passion. Featuring a dark blue upper with gold accenting that sits above a navy midsole and outsole, this LeBron XIV also has special symbols that run down the tongue. These symbols pay homage to LeBron’s career and his link to the Philippines. The “Agimat” LeBron XIV will initially see an exclusive Phillpine release May 20, 2017; it will be available only at Titan Fort, Nike Park Fort BCG, and Nike Park Glorietta…

Nike Basketball Presents the “Flip The Switch” Collection

April 17, 2017 Brandon King

The Nike Basketball Flip The Switch collection highlights the energy of the NBA playoffs. The collection is comprised of the LeBron XIV, KD9, Kyrie 3, and the PG1 and although common textural elements are shared amongst the four shoes, each one carries unique traits linked to each athletes. This four shoe collection will be available globally May 5 on Nike.com and select retailers.

No All-Star Shoes This Year from Nike Basketball

February 16, 2017 Brandon King

Those of you who are fans of All-Star kicks will be a little disappointed. That is because there will be no All-Star collection from Nike Basketball this year. LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Kyrie Irving will be rocking their respective kicks from Nike’s recently releases Black History Month collection. Jordan Brand, however, will proceed forth with their All-Star collection.

The real victor in Charles Barkley v. LeBron James

February 15, 2017February 15, 2017 Brandon King

The recent verbal dustup between LeBron James and Charles Barkley gave the sports media and social media something to talk about, particularly the sports media gleefully weighed in on two black men having a public dispute. The disagreement sparked discussion videos, and articles which primarily focused on the inane topic of who “won” this exchange. To briefly summarize, Charles Barkley, on the TNT post game show, responded to James’ recent comments after the Cavaliers’ 124-122 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, sans Anthony Davis, where he stated Cleveland, “needs a…

Nike and Jordan Brand Honor MLK Day with Special PEs.

January 16, 2017January 16, 2017 Brandon King

in celebration and commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King,s birthday, today many Nike and Jordan Brand athletes will take to the court in special all-black PE’s. The Nike models that will see court action today include the LEBRON 14, KD9, KYRIE 3, PG1, KOBE A.D., Soldier 10, Hyperdunk, Audacity, Zoom Rev and Zoom Live. Jordan Brand’s MLK Day PE lineup included the AJXXXI, CP3.X, Extra.Fly, M13 and Super.Fly 5 PO.

Lebron breaks out “Hardwood Classics” PE of the Lebron 14

January 4, 2017January 4, 2017 Brandon King

After the long awaited unveiling of his latest signature, the Lebron 14, Lebron James broke out the “Hardwood Classics” PE tonight versus the Bulls of Chicago. The striking colorway features an orange upper with blue accenting on the swoosh strap, laces and collar. The midsole sports an orange to blue and back to orange gradation and a translucent outsole rounds out the look of this shoe. There is no word on a retail release but keep it locked in here for any release news on this shoe.

LeBron 14 “Black Ice” to release January 28th

January 1, 2017January 1, 2017 Brandon King

After the long awaited unveiling of the Lebron 14 on Christmas Day, LeBron James broke out another colorway of his upcoming signature shoe on his birthday. Dubbed the “Black Ice”, this sneaker features an all-black upper with the white outlined Swoosh on the midfoot strap breaks up the monochromatic look. A white midsole and blue tinted outsole that houses the Zoom-Air units. You can get your hands on these when they release January 28 2016 for $175. What are your thoughts on the 14th model in the LeBron James signature…

Renowned fashion designer collaborates with Nike on this Soldier 10

November 10, 2016November 10, 2016 Brandon King

The Soldier 10 that Lebron James rocked in last season’s NBA Finals piqued the interest of many who took in the games. Men’s fashion designer, John Elliott, who also happens to be a huge basketball, was amongst that many. As a renowned fashioned designer, he had some connections that allowed him to turn his like of the Soldier 10 into an opportunity to put his stamp on the silhouette. Nike green lit the Soldier 10 being featured in his Spring/Summer fashion show, and this paved the way to the collaboration…