Tag: Upcoming Release

An initial look at the “FAMU” LeBron XXII

Brandon King

This LeBron XXII is the embodiment of the continuation of the relationship between Nike, LeBron James, and Florida A&M.  It sports a green upper with a more intense iteration of the hue present at the stylized Swoosh on the lateral side that extends to wrap the heel. Orange shows up at the inner, the LeBron signature at the heel and on the tongue.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a green midsole, with a Swoosh on the lateral side (and a LeBron logo likely on the medial side) and a white…

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An initial look at the “Halloween” Nike Ja 2

Brandon King

Images of a new colorway of the upcoming Nike Ja 2 have come to light. This Halloween-themed Ja 2 sports a combination mesh, suede and synthetic red upper. The golden Swoosh resides on a side panel that features a claw scratch aesthetic, while smaller embroidered branding resides on the medial side. An eyeball is embroidered on the rear heel above a depiction of frightening hands reaching from beyond the grave to claim their next victim.  Additional Morant branding can be seen on the tongue and at the bottom of the…

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An initial look at the “Away” Nike LeBron XXII

Brandon King

This colorway of the LeBron XXII could be seen on LeBron’s feet when the Lakers take on opponents away from the friendly confines of the house that Kobe built.  They appear to sport a purple suede upper with a deeper variation of the hue standing in on the stylized Swoosh on the lateral side. A LeBron signature takes it place on the rear heel, while gold branding can be seen on the tongue.  Underneath the upper resides a grey midsole with gold Nike branding on the lateral side as well…

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Union LA x Air Jordan 1 High OG coming February 2025

Brandon King

In 2025, Jordan Brand and Union LA are running back their very successful collaborative relationship with an addition to their Air Jordan 1 High OG roster. Unfortunately at this early juncture, there are no available images of this latest collaborative effort, but why is known is they will make use of a varsity red, black, sail, shadow grey, and muslin color palette. Reportedly these could incorporate visual elements of the “Chicago” and Shadow” into its aesthetic. Allegedly these will also utilize the polarising feature of a pre-yellowed midsole as well…

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”Black Cement” Air Jordan III returning November 23

Brandon King

title image via zsneakerheadz The news of the latest, and slightly unexpected, return of the “Black Cement” III has been met with much fanfare.  This iteration aims to be a more faithful recreation of its 1988 progenitor, seeking to duplicate the shape, feel, and overall aesthetic and will even house the shoes in original packaging.  The 2024 iteration will feature the “Black Cement” aesthetic so many have come to love- a black leather upper with elephant print overlays at the toe and wrapping the heel. The aforementioned elephant on this version features a look closer…

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Another new colorway of the Ja 2

Brandon King

A new colorway the yet-to-be-released Nike Ja 2 has emerged.  It sports blue leather at its upper, underlaid at the toe with black mesh. On the majority of the medial side lives a patterned red mesh with a sculpted collar and black Swoosh.  The black Swoosh on the lateral side is surrounded by a near-concentric pattern, while under the ribbed white rear heel appears “12 AM.” Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white midsole with a Ja logo on the rear heel, while on the medial side reads “Kaari”, “Teniya”,…

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“Black/Red” Air Jordan 11 Low coming June 21, 2025

Brandon King

The “Black/Red” Air Jordan 11 started its life out as a PE seen on the feet of His Airness and next summer the public will have a chance to get their hands (or feet) on a pair.  At this early juncture there are no available images, but what is expected is a lower-collared Air Jordan 11 that sports a black ballistic mesh upper that is overlaid with a black patent leather rand. Traversing the tongue should be a sash that should read “JUMPMAN JORDAN.” On the rear heel, “23” and…

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Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 Low OG coming summer 2025

Brandon King

The “Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 Low is likely to be a lower-collared iteration of the “Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 High OG from 2022.  At this juncture there are no available images available, however taking the opening statement into account, what could be presented is a low-collared Air Jordan 1 High OG that could sport a white leather foundational layer overlaid with black leather at the toe and the eye rows. Rust pink wraps the heel, while black Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides. A Wings logo appears…

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The “Grape” Air Jordan 5 has a release date 

Brandon King

The “Grape” Air Jordan 5 is making its highly anticipated return in 2025. According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the upcoming version will seek to recapture the shape and feel of its 1990 progenitor. Equipped with “NIKE AIR” branding, the 2025 iteration also seeks to get rid of the nasty aftertaste that still lingers with many in the sneaker community that stems from the ill-fated “Fresh Price” iteration.  Continuing its quest to replicate the original these will be housed in original packaging.  Finally, with a release date, the “Grape” Air Jordan…

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“Aluminum” Air Jordan 4 coming May 2025

Brandon King

The “Aluminum” is a new colorway of the Air Jordan 4 that is part of Jordan Brand’s 2025 release roster.  At this early juncture, there are no available images, but initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a white leather upper with a muted blue potentially showing up on the metallic end of the upper and lower lace tabs. Pale blue would also be seen at the inner and possibly on the tongue and rear heel branding.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white and light blue midsole and a…

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