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Dwyane Wade's Li-Ning Signature Shoe Unveiled
Written by Nick Metallinos    Sunday, 07 October 2012 21:36    PDF Print E-mail
Dwyane Wade's defection from Jordan Brand to Chinese company Li-Ning stunned most in the basketball fraternity, and even though the actual contract details have not been made official, you can bet that the Miami guard came with a hefty price for the Li-Ning.

Rumors are circulating that Jordan Brand were intending to pull Wade's signature 'Fly Wade' because it wasn't selling as well as projected, he won't have to worry about not having his own sneaker from his new home now though. Images have surfaced of the sneaker that will becomes Wade's signatue line, and sure to be pushed thoroughly in China by Li-Ning as well.

The shoe is yet to receive a name - and so far is not designed in the Miami colors, rather...
Read more... Last Updated ( Sunday, 07 October 2012 21:50 )
 
Video : Nike Introduces The LEBRON X
Written by Nick Metallinos    Thursday, 04 October 2012 14:42    PDF Print E-mail
As images have trickled out over the past few weeks and the hype builds - some colorways have already been released - the LeBron X sneaker had not been officially launched by Nike until today. The company releasing a short video explaining the idealogy behind the tenth shoe of the LeBron line, and what goes on in designing it to meet the exact specifications of the Miami Heat champion. 

From the Nike media release :


LeBron James’ successful 2012 continues with the...
Read more... Last Updated ( Thursday, 04 October 2012 14:56 )
 
Dwyane Wade Will Officially Join Li-Ning
Written by Nick Metallinos    Tuesday, 02 October 2012 01:21    PDF Print E-mail
After weeks of rumors and innuendo it appears that Dwyane Wade will be leaving Jordan Brand and signing with Chinese company, Li-Ning. Wade was at JB for three-years since coming over from Converse and had been one of the featured athletes of the stable during his time there. It has not been revealed whether the decision came from the player himself, or if the brand decided to go 'younger' after signing Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Jared Sullinger and Kendall Marshall over the past...
Read more... Last Updated ( Tuesday, 02 October 2012 01:35 )
 
Brooklyn Nets Reveal Jerseys For NBA Season
Written by Nick Metallinos    Saturday, 29 September 2012 14:50    PDF Print E-mail
The Barclays Center was finally opened last night with Jay Z's first performance in the new arena, and along with the official opening came the debut of the new Brooklyn Nets away jersey. The home jersey was revealed a short time later on the internet.

Choosing to run with an all black (and white) everything design, the understated jersey matches the color scheme of the Nets unique hardwood floor of the Barclays. Nets CEO Brett Yormack spoke on the new jerseys.

“The inaugural...
Read more... Last Updated ( Saturday, 29 September 2012 15:10 )
 
Air Jordan 1 Retro Colorways Releasing Soon
Written by Nick Metallinos    Thursday, 27 September 2012 19:07    PDF Print E-mail
Beginning later this year Jordan Brand are set to roll out some new - and a couple of classic - colorways of the iconic Air Jordan 1 Retro. JB have quietly revealed details in amongst the general hysteria for the upcoming 'Thunder' IV's and of course the year ending, much anticipated, 'Bred' XI's.

The first colorway to go on sale will be the Black/ Gym Red-Gorge Green - dubbed the 'Gucci' - which will be available in December, followed by a January release...
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Jordan Brand Sign Michael Kidd-Gilchrist
Written by Radu    Thursday, 20 September 2012 18:04    PDF Print E-mail
Jordan Brand have moved quickly to fill the void in their roster since Dwyane Wade's departure to Chinese brand, Li-Ning, by signing the Charlotte Bobcats No. 2 overall pick this year, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. Jordan Brand have gone in a younger direction with Kidd-Gilchrist, preferring a fresh face to replace Wade.

MGK will now call Michael Jordan 'boss' for both the Bobcats and JB. Kidd-Gilchrist made the announcement via his Instagram account.

"Glad to be apart of The...
Read more... Last Updated ( Saturday, 29 September 2012 14:48 )
 
San Antonio Spurs Unveil New Alternate Jersey
Written by Nick Metallinos    Wednesday, 19 September 2012 21:33    PDF Print E-mail
The San Antonio Spurs have always had one of the more aesthetically pleasing jerseys in the NBA, I think we can all agree on that. The Spurs uni is simple, classy and understated (much like the organization) but earlier today the franchise unveiled its new 'alternate' look for the upcoming season, and already the haters are out on the mainly silver look.

“We are introducing a new and unique Spurs jersey this coming season,” said Rick Pych, Spurs Sports &...
Read more... Last Updated ( Wednesday, 19 September 2012 22:24 )
 
Air Jordan V 'Grape' Gets A Release Date
Written by Nick Metallinos    Friday, 14 September 2012 19:43    PDF Print E-mail
As 2013 marks the 23rd anniversay of the release of the iconic fifth edition of Michael Jordan's signature line, you can be sure that most of the OG - and some of the more beloved - colorways will be set for a re-release. We already have had the 'Fire Red' confirmed, now we can add one of the true 'grails' of the line, the 'Grapes' as well.

Last released in 2006, this shoe has been sought after by collectors ever since then and will be a definite instant sell...
Read more... Last Updated ( Friday, 14 September 2012 20:05 )
 
Jordan Brand Officially Introduce CP3.VI
Written by Radu    Saturday, 08 September 2012 16:16    PDF Print E-mail
We'd already caught a glimpse of the new Chris Paul signature sneaker - the sixth edition of his line - during the Olympics as CP3 helped the USA take home their second consecutive gold medal, but Jordan Brand didn't officially launch the product until yesterday.

The shoe hits retailers in the US today (September 8) while Australian retailers should have them shortly as well.

From the Nike media release :


Chris Paul's game is built on quick cuts and traction and requires...
Read more... Last Updated ( Friday, 14 September 2012 19:35 )
 


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