Giannis Antetekuompo’s signature shoe line is on a promising path. Among current players, you could argue that The Freak’s basketball shoes are among Nike’s most popular behind LeBron’s and KD’s, lines that deliver both new and retro releases since they’ve been around so long. It remains to be seen whether or not Antetekuompo’s shoes will reach similar heights, but each subsequent Zoom Freak shoe represents another step towards reaching that goal. We’ve already gotten five numbered models before Giannis hits 30, and now the Nike Zoom Freak 6 looks to take over where its predecessors left off ..read more

Though the bulk of his footwear continues on through Nike, the shadow of Kobe Bryant shoes still very much influences adidas’ basketball output. The adidas Crazy IIINFINITY and MAD IIINFINITY are the forward-thinking manifestation of that, but new drops for the Crazy 8 and Crazy 1 continue the line’s origins. Now, the adidas Crazy 1 “Cream White” provides a summery look for Bryant’s first signature. The neutral shade that lends these their name is pretty comprehensive, dressing the textile exterior shell and the outsole. As you work inside, the shoe eases into “Light Neutral Grey,” continuing ..read more

Long before Giannis Antetokounmpo started winning NBA Championships and MVP Awards, his primary sport growing up was soccer. That’s because his father, Charles Antetokounmpo, played professionally in Nigeria before relocating to Athens two years before Giannis was born. Naturally, being the son of a soccer pro, Giannis fell in love with the sport at a young age, and now he tells that story on a new Nike Zoom Freak 5 called “Ode To Your First Love”. The shoes come packed with soccer tie-ins, the most apparent being a liberal use of reflective silver material often found on retro boots, graduall ..read more

Though the public is most familiar with adidas basketball with regards to sneakers, the German giant’s efforts in that realm extend far beyond footwear. Three Stripes Select Basketball is their premier youth basketball circuit, bringing together elite youth talent with an eye on taking their game further. With signature adidas athletes making appearances on a very regular basis, it shouldn’t be a shock that Anthony Edwards’ name is associated, nor that we’re getting some spectacular footwear right alongside. The rollout for this edition was strategic- with Ant’s on-court look coinciding with a ..read more

Among a slew of Nike and Jordan Brand drops centered around the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, the return of the Air Jordan 6 “Olympic” stands out as the most prized of them all. What’s more is that the 2024 retro aligns perfectly with the OG that dropped for the Sydney Olympic Games back in 2000, whereas the shoe’s 2012 makeup featured slight changes, mostly towards the forefoot portion of the midsole. A first look at the 2024 version reveals layers of white and blue from the top down in that area, while the 2012 pair swapped those colors to produce a slightly darker look underfoot. That might be ..read more

In refreshingly transparent initial info, adidas laid plain the release schedule for the Harden Vol. 8. Save for any special editions, the first 6 colorways would launch every two weeks beginning with the “Sculpt” at the end of February. As that calendar marches on, the “Blue Fusion” is getting close to its debut, and we’re getting some official details to match. The two-tone color-blocking on display with this “Blue Fusion” pair has become a calling card for the Beard’s latest signature. The side EVA cage is set apart in a beige off-white, while the rest of the shoe is comprehensively drenche ..read more

The Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Philly” officially releases on April 13th through Nike SNKRS and select retailers. The shoes are part of a “Mamba Day” trio dropping on the 13th that includes the Kobe 6 “Italian Camo” and Kobe 8 “Venice Beach” in honor of the eight-year anniversary of Kobe’s last game. Kobe Bryant obviously never played for Philadelphia, but his signature shoes have alluded to his hometown on several occasions. The Kobe 4 “Philly” first dropped in 2009 just months before the Lakers won the NBA championship, with the Mamba winning his first finals MVP that year. It’s one of the most sou ..read more

The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Venice Beach” releases April 13th as a part of Beaverton’s celebration for the anniversary of Bryant’s final NBA game. Though each of the three releases taking places tomorrow will be celebrated by Kobe fans, the “Venice Beach” colorway might just be the biggest. Not only does it reprise an original edition from the shoe’s 2013 run, but it’s also arriving in a full family size run, spanning M3.5 – M18 extended men’s sizes ($190), 3.5Y – 7Y grade school sizes ($120) and 10.5C – 3Y toddler sizes ($90). Below you’ll find our “Where To Buy” section containing direct store l ..read more

The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Italian Camo” releases tomorrow, April 12th, retailing for $190. The shoes will arrive in extended men’s sizing, stretching from M3.5 to M18. One of three Kobe Bryant releases on tap for the 12th, this pair commemorates “Mamba Day,” the anniversary of his final NBA game. As with most Nike releases, the SNKRS app will likely hold the most stock, but plenty of additional retailers have been confirmed to be hosting their own releases. Our “Where To Buy” section just ahead contains every link you’ll need for drop day. WHERE TO BUY Nike Zoom Kobe 6 Protro "Italian Camo" S ..read more

Nike Basketball’s various sponsored youth leagues are starting to get new sneaker deliveries as they start their respective seasons. Just as the brand touches down with new pairs for China’s high school circuit, we’re graced with a first look at new EYBL Kobe 8 and Zoom GT Cut 3 PEs as teams embark on a new campaign this spring. The Kobe’s all-purple base is made different by subtle “KB24” stitching on the forefoot and white pinstripes on the heel, matched by faded lines on midsole. The most distinctive element, however, presents on the tongue. It’s made of thin fabric unlike other recent Prot ..read more