Tag: Nike

Nike Removed From S&P 100 After 18 Years as Stock Suffers Massive Decline

Brandon King

Nike is officially losing its place among America’s largest blue-chip companies. S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that Nike will be removed from the S&P 100, effective before the market opens on September 21, 2026, as part of the index’s quarterly rebalance. The move marks the end of Nike’s reported 18-year run in the S&P 100 and represents another major setback for one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Nike’s stock has experienced a dramatic decline from its 2021 highs. Shares recently closed at $38.40, with the company’s market…

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“Varsity Royal”Nike Air Bakin SP Returns in November 2026

Brandon King

Nike is bringing back another fan-favorite Air Bakin colorway this holiday season. The 2026 Nike Air Bakin SP “Varsity Royal” is currently scheduled to release on November 12, 2026, with a retail price of $170. The upcoming retro is expected to arrive through Nike and select Nike Sportswear retailers. Originally introduced in 1997, the Air Bakin became one of Nike Basketball’s most recognizable designs from the late ’90s. The “Varsity Royal” colorway is particularly notable as an original colorway that has seen only one previous retro release, in 2008. The…

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“The Switch”Nike Sabrina 4 Releases September 5

Brandon King

Nike is officially getting ready to release another standout colorway of Sabrina Ionescu’s signature basketball sneaker. The “The Switch” Nike Sabrina 4 is scheduled to release September 5, 2026, arriving in a vibrant pink and yellow color scheme that gives the latest Sabrina model an eye-catching look. The upcoming release continues the momentum behind Ionescu’s signature line, combining performance-focused basketball technology with a bold aesthetic designed to stand out both on and off the court. The “The Switch” colorway features pink as a dominant element, complemented by bright yellow accents…

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“5AM Flight”Nike Kobe X Protro Official Photos Revealed Ahead of October Release

Brandon King

The “5AM Flight” Nike Kobe X Protrois officially back in the spotlight. Nike has unveiled official imagery of the highly anticipated Kobe X Protro, bringing back one of the most recognizable colorways from Kobe Bryant’s signature sneaker line. Originally released in 2015, the “5AM Flight” returns with its signature Blue Lagoon engineered mesh upper, black Swoosh branding, red accents and translucent outsole. The colorway was inspired by Kobe’s famous early-morning training mentality and a 5 a.m. pool-dive video he shared during his recovery from Achilles surgery. For the Protro edition,…

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Kevin Durant Gifts Tennessee State Basketball Team His Latest Nike KD 19 Signature Sneaker

Brandon King

It appears that Tennessee State’s new Nike partnership is already paying high profile dividends. Kevin Durant is making sure the Tennessee State Tigers are stepping onto the court in style. 🐅🔥 The NBA superstar has gifted the Tennessee State men’s basketball team pairs of his latest signature sneaker, the Nike KD 19, giving the HBCU program an early look at one of Nike Basketball’s newest performance models. Photos shared by Tennessee State basketball show the Tigers rocking the KD 19, adding another connection between Durant and the HBCU basketball community.…

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PE Corner: Caitlin Clark Reveals Team USA Nike Caitlin 1 PEs Ahead of FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark is bringing her signature sneaker to the international stage. The Indiana Fever star has revealed two new Nike Caitlin 1 Player Exclusives (PEs) created for her upcoming run with Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. Clark shared photos of the special pairs ahead of the tournament, giving sneaker fans their first look at the patriotic designs. According to Sole Retriever, the two PEs feature a red, white, and navy color scheme inspired by Team USA. One version features a predominantly red upper with navy…

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Nike KD 19 “Apple Green” Set to Drop in September

Brandon King

Kevin Durant’s latest signature sneaker is getting a bold, monochromatic makeover. The “Apple Green” Nike KD 19 is reportedly set to release September 8, 2026, retailing for $155. The colorway features an eye-catching green finish across the upper, laces, midsole and outsole, giving the KD 19 an unmistakable look.  The KD 19 is built for performance, featuring a full-length Air Zoom Strobel, Cushlon 3.0 foam, an aggressive traction pattern and a dagger-inspired TPU element designed for midfoot and heel lockdown.  Release Details Note: Some current sneaker-release databases list the closely…

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Ja Morant leaks more colorways of the Ja 4

Brandon King

Ja Morant is once again beating the sneaker leakers to the punch. 👀🔥 Ja Morant has apparently decided that if people are going to see his upcoming sneakers early, they might as well see them directly from him. The Nike Basketball star has continued his tradition of previewing unreleased sneakers on Instagram, giving sneakerheads another look at what’s coming for the Nike Ja 4. The latest previews add to an already growing lineup of Ja 4 colorways expected to hit shelves throughout the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. JA…

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Nike Stock Is on Pace for Its Worst Year Since Michael Jordan’s 1993 Retirement

Brandon King

Nike is one of the most recognizable brands on the planet, but its stock is currently telling a much different story. Shares of Nike are down roughly 38%–39% in 2026, putting the company on track for its worst calendar-year performance in more than three decades. The comparison is striking: Nike hasn’t been on pace for a year this bad since 1993, the same year Michael Jordan first retired from basketball. And this isn’t simply a Wall Street problem. Nike is dealing with a much broader challenge involving product demand, consumer…

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“Houston Texans”Nike Air Max 90 NFL Rivalries Gets First Look

Brandon King

Nike is bringing the NFL Rivalries series back to the Air Max 90 in 2026, and the Houston Texans are officially joining the lineup. The upcoming “Houston Texans” Nike Air Max 90 NFL Rivalries has surfaced in its first look, showcasing a clean team-inspired color scheme designed around the Texans’ visual identity. The sneaker carries the style code IW1135-100 and is expected to retail for $140. The release is currently scheduled for Fall 2026, although an exact date has not yet been announced. The Texans edition is one of eight…

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