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Nike unveil the new Kobe 3 Protro with a retail price of $210.00

August 20, 2025

Nike Basketball just announced the new Kobe 3 Protro in an all-white “Halo” colorway. The Kobe 3 Protro “Halo” will be available on August 23 on SNKRS and at select retail locations, and will retail for $210.00.

Images of the new Kobe 3 Protro in Halo colorway.

This is what Nike said about the new Kobe 3 Protro;

The Kobe 3 Protro is built to support athletes who move with speed, precision and control, delivering an underfoot sensation that matches the demands of today’s game. A full-length Zoom Strobel replaces a pair of smaller Air Zoom units in the forefoot and heel, pairing with a plush Cushlon 3.0 midsole to enable maximum energy return, premium court feel and lightweight support.

The upper, which maintains the Kobe 3’s classic basketball net inspiration, is now backed with mesh that provides enhanced containment and airflow, locking the foot in place while letting it breathe. Meanwhile, an updated traction pattern helps hoopers make directional cuts, hard stops and explosive takeoffs with confidence.

Further, new diamond shapes on the upper and outsole honor Kobe’s eldest daughter, Natalia, whose middle name is Diamanté.

The Kobe 3 Protro was shaped by insights from athletes who experienced playing in the original Kobe 3 and from the new generation of hoopers, who are accustomed to more modern tech in their game footwear. This rigorous testing process, involving both female and male athletes, reminds of the relentless principles of Kobe’s Mamba Mentality, resulting in a shoe built for serious hoopers across a wide range of playing styles.

Under Armour announces the Curry Series 7

August 13, 2025

The Curry Series 7 dub as “super shoe” from Curry Brand. Designed to match the explosive playing style of Stephen Curry, this new sneaker from Under Armour features a supercritical foam midsole and a high-abrasion UA Flow outsole, delivering an unprecedented blend of cushioning, grip, and durability. Weighing a mere 10.7 ounces, the Series 7 keeps you light on your feet without sacrificing support.

The Curry Series 7 will retail for $160 and officially launch on Friday, August 22 at Under Armour Brand Houses, on UA.com, and through select distribution partners.

Source: UA

Nike release the Caitlin Clark’s ad for her new Kobe 5 Protro PE

June 30, 2025

The new Kobe V Protro “Caitlin Clark” will retail for $190. This is not the Caitlin Clark signature shoes but a player exclusive colorway of the Kobe 5 Protro PE. Clark’s signature kicks will arrive early next year, since it has been reported the Nike will release Clark’s Signature Logo in Holiday 2025.

Available 6/30 at 5:00 PM

When Caitlin Clark laces up her Kobe 5s, she enters a new dimension.

She’s put her prowess on display wearing an array of coveted Kobe models — now she has her own player edition. It’s outfitted in Midnight Navy, Bright Crimson, vibrant hits of University Gold, and polished off with a high-gloss finish that glistens under the spotlight.

This Protro model takes a great basketball shoe and makes it better. It’s engineered with a flexible Air Zoom unit and scaled-down traction for optimal court feel. Plus, the minimally structured upper is lightweight and supportive all-around.

UConn Star Paige Bueckers announces her own Player Edition Nike G.T. Hustle 3

December 3, 2024

UConn’s Paige Bueckers, who grew up wearing Nike, has made history by becoming the first NIL athlete to design and launch her own Nike Player Edition basketball sneaker, the Nike G.T. Hustle 3.

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Paige’s Nike G.T. Hustle 3 is meant to propel her performance during the final season of her illustrious collegiate career, leveraging Nike’s best basketball innovations in a silhouette that maximizes energy return from tip-off to buzzer.

Key to that performance is a forefoot Air Zoom unit and sewn-in Air Zoom strobel that create a double-stacked layer of Air underfoot for enhanced energy storage and return. The Air Zoom in the forefoot is partnered with a soft and resilient heel, along with a higher offset, to promote a smooth heel-to-toe transition. A Radial Knit upper, meanwhile, delivers zonal containment and support in a soft, lightweight and breathable package.

Paige’s Nike G.T. Hustle 3 will be in baby blue and lavender purple colorway. It also features an embroidered bucket adorns the right tongue, and a creative play on her surname — replacing “Bueckers” with “buckets” — takes over the right heel, and the phrase “Be You, Be Great” on left heel.

The Nike G.T. Hustle 3 Paige Bueckers Player Edition will be available December 7th on SNKRS and at select retail locations for $190.00

Converse unveils Shai Weapon

August 19, 2024

Converse just introduced the Shai Weapon, a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander-collab shoes, which is a new colorway of the iconic Converse Weapon. Converse is describing the shoes as;

Style icon Shai Gilgeous-Alexander inspired this take on a hardwood legend—the Shai Weapon. It has the durability and comfort you expect, with details that make every pair unique.

The Shai weapon will retail for $140.00 and they are now available via converse.com or your location retailer.

Together with the Shai Weapon, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was also announced as the new creative director of Converse Basketball, the company did not provide any specifics about the position but we can expect more details from the Converse regarding Shai’s new position.

Starting today, Adidas to offer existing Yeezy Inventory

February 27, 2024

Adidas has just announced that it will sell the remaining YEEZY inventory in the coming weeks, across the globe. This includes one of the most popular designs, the Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in Steel Grey. The news comes after Adidas terminated its partnership with YEEZY in October 2022, following antisemitic remarks and actions by Kanye West, now known as Ye.

Here the full text of Adidas official announcement;

Today adidas began a further release of YEEZY inventory with a range of existing products being available in phases over the coming weeks across the world.

As announced at the start of 2024, adidas will release the remaining YEEZY inventory, which features products from 2022, in the course of the year. The range available will include some of the most popular designs beginning with the 350 V2 in STEEL GREY.

The products will be exclusively available through adidas digital platforms including the CONFIRMED app, adidas app and adidas.com. The phased release of products will help ensure a fair and premium experience for consumers. Availability and timing of release will vary depending on location.

Since terminating the YEEZY partnership in October 2022 adidas has donated to selected organizations to combat discrimination and hate, including racism and antisemitism.

Currently on sale from Adidas Philippines website is the Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in Steel Grey with a price tag of ₱15,000.00

Jason Tatum unveiled his second Jordan Signature Shoes – the Tatum 2

January 2, 2024

Here’s something for Pinoy sneakerheads, Boston Celtics Forward Jason Tatum just unveiled his second signature shoes with the Jordan brand, the shoes is aptly called – the Tatum 2.

The Tatum 2 will be available in two colorways; the “Vortex” and “Momma’s Boy”, it will be available early 2024. Jason Tatum wore the Tatum 2 at the Christmas Day matchup between the Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers. The company confirmed that the Tatum 2 is the “lightest in the Jordan Brand performance portfolio.”

The Tatum 2 is made with a full-length Nike Air Strobel unit, which helps cushion impact from explosive movements. The upper features a series of large foam and textile pods, which are strategically placed around areas of the foot that experience high pressure when playing basketball. The foam frame that surrounds the pods wrap high, helping stabilize the foot during multidirectional movement without limiting mobility or feel. Underfoot, the outsole, which features a modified herringbone traction pattern, is reductive in weight but with more coverage areas where athletes need it most.

Tatum 2 Vortex colorway

Tatum 2 Momma’s Boy colorway

The Tatum 2 “Momma’s Boy” colorway will be available on March 5th at jordan.com and at select retailers for. The “Vortex” colorway, which is available in full family sizing, releases April 4. The Tatum 2 will retail for $125.

Nike’s Jordan Brand releases Zion 3 with focus on containment, court feel and impact protection

July 3, 2023

Nike’s Jordan brand just released the 3rd signature shoes for Pelicans’ star Zion Williamson. The company said that the new shoes was designed specifically for Zion Williamson’s playing style with emphasis on containment, court feel and impact protection.

The Zion 3 will be available in 3 colorway; Sanctuary colorway; Fresh Paint ; Mud, Sweat and Tears; and an exclusive ‘black and white’ colorway that will be available in December 2023.

Jordan Brand design is rooted in equal parts motion and emotion. Each player in the Jordan Brand signature lineup embodies a different playing style that evokes a certain feeling in those who watch it. The Zion 3 was built for Zion Williamson’s playing style — a blitz of strength and speed — by supporting him in three specific ways: containment, court feel and impact protection.

The midsole cushioning is designed to help absorb the forces of Zion’s explosive game. The midsole is comprised of Formula 23 foam with a Zoom Air unit in the forefoot for responsive cushioning. A drop-in midsole supports comfort and stability. The stack height is the lowest yet on a Zion signature shoe. This gives players cushion where they need it, but also helps them feel in control of their ground movements, like a tight spin off the low block.

The rubber herringbone traction pattern helps enable quickness and control as well, while the iconic “Z” icon, which has been consistent on Zion’s signature line, comes to life via a raised TPU material and helps with lateral containment.

The Zion 3 “Sanctuary” colorway will be first releases exclusively in North America in September, while the “Mud, Sweat and Tears” colorway launches globally in October on jordan.com and at select retailers. The SRP for the new Zion 3 will be $140 USD.

Sanctuary colorway
Mud, Sweat and Tears colorway
Fresh Paint colorway
Black and White colorway

Nike officially unveil KD14, Kevin Durant’s latest signature shoes

April 11, 2021

Nike has officially unveil Kevin Durant’s latest signature shoes, the KD14. In their official announcement, Nike reintroduces the strap to the KD14, which was first used in KD7.

“It’s been a while since we incorporated the strap, which excites me,” says Durant. “My other favorite part about the shoe is the cushioning, which helps me feel low to the ground and still helps give me some of that energy back.”

The strap itself is a familiar sight, but the build is rich with Nike heritage. The design of the simplified one-piece midfoot strap, especially on the medial side, was inspired by the Nike Air Presto. The thin, elongated Swoosh is a nod to the original Bruin model. The engineered mesh upper means that graphics can be uniquely layered for detailed colorway options, covering topics like art, music and more.

The KD14 became available globally on April 10, 2021 and it will be available in Black/White colorway with an estimated price of $150 (around Php 7,500.00). The KD14 Cyber colorway will be available this April 11 in Greater China only.

Durant wore the KD14 during the Nets – Lakers game last Saturday.