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”Shadow” Air Jordan X to return November 19

Brandon King

Last seen in 2018, the “Shadow” Air Jordan X is primed to make its return later this year. The 2025 release will mark the fourth retail run for the original colorway, with its original 1994 release, returning in 2008 in the Countdown Pack alongside the Air Jordan XIII and the aforementioned 201 retro Like all its forbears, the 2025 iteration will feature a charred grey nubuck upper paired with black tumbled leather at the eye rows and the collar.  On the tongue, AIR JORDAN 23” is stamped, while on the…

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“White Metallic” Air Jordan 5 Reportedly Returning in 2026

Brandon King

image via zsneakerheadz Last seen in “Remastered” form in 2015, the “White Metallic” Air Jordan 5 is reportedly in Jordan Brand’s 2026 release plans.  At this early juncture, there are no available images but predictions are that they will sport a white leather upper with clear netting on the sides and tongue. An embroidered Black Jumpman is perched atop the reflective tongue, while “AIR JORDAN” is seen at its back. Of note is the presence of “NIKE AIR” branding on the heel, which is a differentiating attribute from every other…

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“Black/Muslin” Air Jordan 15 23RE coming summer 2026

Brandon King

The first silhouette after Michael Jordan retired as a Chicago Bull, the Air Jordan 15 occupies a unique place as both a polarizing and overlooked model of the venerable Air Jordan line.  Next summer the 15 returns in 23RE form in a black and muslin colorway.  At this juncture there are no available images, however, initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a muslin leather upper paired with black at the weave and tongue/inner bootie.  A bar on the muslin rear heel will likely read “23 6 15” , numerals…

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An additional look at the “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 

Brandon King

A new set of images has emerged for the highly anticipated “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1.  They sport starfish at the toe underlay, with black leather present at the toe, eye row and collar. Black Swooshes also adorn the lateral and medial sides, with the hue also taking care of the Wings logo on the ankle. Starfish makes another appearances at the leather that wraps the heel and flanks the ankle.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white midsole and a starfish rubber outsole.  The “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1…

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This KD 18 is inspired by the “Royal” Air Foamposite One

Brandon King

As we previously saw with the Air Bakin-inspired colorway, the aesthetics of classic Nike silhouettes, have found there way into come colorways of the KD 18 and this upcoming look for the KD 18 is inspired by another classic from Nike’s vault.  The “International Blue” iteration is inspired by the “Royal” Foamposite One. It sports an international blue upper paired with black at the underlays, tongue, and inner. An iridescent KD logo is seen perched atop the tongue, while the Swoosh on the lateral ankle shares the same aesthetic.  Underneath…

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New heat for the summer ☀️👟 “Pink Diamond” LeBron XX drops 8/1

Brandon King

The sneaker that LeBron James wore when he pulled up to the ball at the Drew League in 2022 and worn by Bronny James in his 2025 Summer League debut is coming to retail later this summer.  They sport a pink upper with dual Swooshes on the lateral side with more conventional silver branding on the medial side. A LeBron signature is stamped on the tongue. A “XX” lace dubrae is present , completing an upper that sits atop a pink midsole and a matching rubber outsole.  The “Pink Diamond”…

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First Look at the “Bring the Heat” Nike Sabrina 3

Brandon King

After the wildly successful Sabrina 1 and 2, the next evolution in the signature line of New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu, the Sabrina 3 has a lot to live up to.  Initial images of one of the initial colorways of the Sabrina 3 have come to light. Dubbed “Bring the Heat”, they sport a yellow and pink knit upper in tones reminiscent of what one might see at dawn or dusk.  Black Swooshes adorn the lateral side, while a Sabrina “S” logo is perched atop the tongue. Printed on…

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An initial look at Caitlin Clark’s Kobe VI Protro PE

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark introduced the world to this Kobe VI Protro last September when she took them to the hardwood for what was then a career outing, a 31-point, 12 assist outing in a 100-81 defeat of the Chicago Sky.  Now the one time subject of PE Corner, will be one of the few sneakers to make that transition from the rarified air of Player Exclusive footwear to available to the masses ( we hope) through a retail release.  They sport a light blue scaled upper adorned on the sides with…

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“Bloodline” Air Jordan 12 Set to Release Summer 2026

Brandon King

image via zsneakerheadz The “Bloodline” is a new colorway of the Air Jordan 12 that is in the brand’s Summer 2026 release plans.  At this early juncture, there are no available images of the “Bloodline” 12, however initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a black nubuck upper overlaid with black, lizard print leather mudguards at both lateral and medial sides. Red may be seen on the Jumpman and “TWO3” emblazoned on the tongue, top two eyelets, rear pull tab as well the “JUMPMAN” stamped on a lateral side tab. …

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“Blueprint” Nike Sabrina 3 coming July 26

Brandon King

This upcoming colorway of the Sabrina 3 sports a Flywire equipped knit upper with metallic gold Swooshes adorning the lateral sides. A golden Sabrina logo is perched atop the tongue, while the heel is wrapped in a blueprint pattern.  Underneath resides a pale blue midsole and a translucent rubber outsole.  The “Blueprint” Nike Sabrina 3 is slated to debut July 26; they will carry a 135 USD sticker price in adult sizing and 100 USD in grade school sizing.  Images via SneakerNews

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