Jordan Clarkson of the Los Angeles Lakers has literally grown up with the Call of Duty video game franchise. Since the series really took off with Modern Warfare back in 2007, Clarkson – who was 15 at the time – has taken on the yearly roller coaster shooter ride, whether it’s been Infinity Ward or Treyarch (he says Black Ops II is his personal favorite) or Sledgehammer and their many partners at the helm. For 2016’s Infinite Warfare, which was shown during this year’s E3 convention at the LA Convention Center, Clarkson got a glimpse into the future and the vast (now we’re in space) world(s) that CoD now inhabits.

In between checking out the game and roaming the show floor, Clarkson talked to Kicks On Fire about his experience with the franchise and of course, sneakers. Because no other sneaker blog loves sneakers and video games like KoF. We’re crazy like that…

 Thoughts about Infinite Warfare:

I think it’s great. I got a little preview of it and it’s got plenty of new features, new guns. The space setting is probably the best thing I saw. It takes you to a different dimension (for Call of Duty) with the space ships and how you’re able to lock on targets, all of it just feels different from the previous games. It looks cool.

I think it’s dope that it’s in the future and you never know, this might be what happens one day (laughs).

Online Multiplayer or Single-Player?

I like a little bit of both. I’ll play online and co-op especially when there are people over at the house. I play with my teammates and my best friends, like Andre Roberson of the Oklahoma City Thunder and my homies back home.

Out of my teammates, Roy (Hibbert) is probably the best who I play with and then there’s Andre among the NBA guys. I’m probably second to both of those guys but I wouldn’t say I’m bad or anything like that. I’ll still go out there and get after it but those guys are really good.

I don’t put my tag out there for my Xbox or my Playstation. I don’t need people knowing they’re going up against, nah, man (laughs).

His favorite Call of Duty games are….

Black Ops 1 and 2. Love the zombie modes.

Switching to sneakers because of course we had to get his thoughts on the kicks (especially his Jordan retros and Kobes) and possibly his role with Gilas Pilipinas should they qualify for the Rio Olympics this summer.

Describing his relationship with the brands since he wears both Nikes and Jordans

Well, I’m signed with Nike and we have a good relationship (that allows me to wear Jordans), but I do like to spice it up sometimes and wear some Jordans.

My favorite retros to wear on the court are my 7s or the 11s. I can play in them fine and they still look cool. I don’t know about the ankle support on the 7s but they’re still mobile for me. I don’t really have a favorite colorway of either shoe. I wore the Martian 7s for a game, Playoff 11s for a game.

Did Kobe Bryant give him a hard time for not wearing his shoes

Nah nah (laughs), he used to wear retros back in the days so it was a little bit of a tribute to him too (editor’s note: I would have loved to have heard that justification in front Mamba). That’s why I wore them a little bit more this year because he wore some of the same stuff I did.

Favorite Kobes to wear

Man, I don’t know his numbers like that, but I do like this years 11s that we had, I like those and maybe the 7s.

On his current status with Gilas Pilipinas

Right now it’s just working with FIBA and hopefully everything goes through. Hopefully we’ll be able to get through the qualifier (which takes place in Manila) so that I can represent the country in Rio this summer. We hope all that stuff works out.

What kicks he might wear should he suit up for the team

I don’t know, but hopefully Nike will cook up something hot for the national team. I think we’ll be ok as a team. I practiced with them a few times last year and I think we’ll be fine as long as we leave it all out there.

Call Of Duty: Infinite Warfare will be available on November 4 on Playstation 4 and Xbox One.

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Last offered in triple black, the Jordan Horizon Low is introduced in another new colorway to kick-off the summer season.

This time utilizing the popular black and gym red color scheme, the tones are essentially mixed across the knitted upper, while tonal black accents adorn the leather eye stays, tongue, inner lining, laces and midsole unit. The model is further pronounced with a red outsole and subtle speckling throughout the sole unit.

You can find this pair at select JB and Nike accounts nationwide soon, as it’s currently available overseas.

via: atmos

Author’s Take

I’m not really a fan of this pair, but this variation doesn’t look bad. Maybe since I’m biased to the colorway, but I still wouldn’t consider purchasing.

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Yet more detailed imagery of the upcoming that somewhat pays tribute to Air Jordan 12 that pays homage to MJ?s alma mater ? the University of North Carolina ? is showcased once again, as it’s scheduled to debut in a few more days.

Overall, the model flaunts a simple grey/white color scheme which essentially drapes its premium tumbled leather construction and rubber sole unit. The defining hue is situated on the pull tabs, miniature branded side panels and rear portion to complement the aesthetic, as well as encapsulate the respective theme.

Finished off with shiny metallic silver accents on the upper eyelets, you can purchase a pair at select JB and Nike retailers on Saturday, June 25th, for a retail price of $190.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 12 Grey/University Blue launch page now for even more images, details and release info.

via: PS

Author’s Take

The Air Jordan 12 has released in a number of solid colorways this year, and this is another great example. If only those blue-colored panels on the sides would be white instead, I?ll be all over it.

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Even more imagery of the Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack featuring the Champagne and Confetti edition is featured, as the commemorative pairs are set to debut in the coming days.

Noted as a tribute to MJ?s last championship in 1992-93 from his first three-peat with the Chicago Bulls, the basketball sneakers takes cues from the Larry O?Brien Championship Trophy and pieces of colorful paper that are typically thrown during celebrations or parades respectively.

The Champagne pair flaunts a clean, light bone/white finish across its perforated suede upper, while the defining theme is focalized on the rear, which is draped in metallic gold and incorporates a fingerprint graphic that references to MJ grabbing the trophy. The Confetti variation is dressed in a complete counterpart, as it sports a full-black makeup with the thematic design directed at the rear section as well in vibrant tones.

Metallic gold accents adorn the ankle straps and branding on the tongue to finish it all off. You can purchase both pairs at select Nike and JB stockists on Saturday, June 25th for $250 each.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack launch page now for even more images, info and release details.

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Author’s Take

I?m a fan of the silhouette in general but out of the two, I like the white offering more. The black version is cool but I would?ve preferred gold/silver confetti instead. Still a solid offering though.

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Not only was fellow Under Armour athlete Tom Brady showing Steph Curry some support last week, but another major Under Armour star also decided to show love to the back to back MVP.

Before the final round of the U.S. Open, Jordan Spieth (who is also signed to Under Armour) went on Twitter and shared a picture of himself and caddy Michael Greller holding up the Under Armour Curry Two Low Chef, which if you aren’t aware has been bashed a lot over the last week. Jordan’s captions reads “Michael and I bringing the @stephencurry30 ‘Straight ‘ to the course today.”

Even thought Curry and the Warriors went on to lose game 7 to the Cavs last night, it’s still pretty cool to see athletes from the same brand support one another. Maybe Curry should have worn these bad boys for game 7.

via: JordanSpieth

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Lots of us celebrated Father’s Day yesterday which is a day where many athletes wear special sneakers to express love and gratitude to their families and loved ones.

David Price, pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, decided to wear a special Father’s Day colorway of the Air Jordan 4 baseball cleat. The cleat featured a University  leather upper with matching white accents. Check out some pictures above of Price wearing the cleats in action and give us your thoughts in the comments below

via: Red Sox / Winslow Townson for USA Today Sports

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A few months ago we found out that the Air Jordan 16 would be receiving the retro treatment for the first time ever in the Midnight Navy colorway. Having originally released in 2001, many people will be happy to get the chance to pick up a pair once again.

Today we have found out that this OG colorway of the Air Jordan 16 is scheduled to return as a part of the 2016 Holiday lineup. This Air Jordan 16 features a white tumbled leather upper and a removable shroud which is one of the most recognizable features of this silhouette. Midnight Navy then appears on the patent leather toe and the mesh underlay.

The Air Jordan 16 Midnight Navy is expected to return on November 5, 2016 for a retail price of $250. Stay tuned to Kicks On Fire for more updates.

via: zsneakerheadz

Author’s Take

I was actually considering maybe picking up this Air Jordan 16 when I first heard that it would be returning later this year. But if that $250 price tag is right then these will be an easy pass. Come on Jordan Brand?!?!

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Last week Enzo Amore laced up the Air Jordan 8 Chrome in preparation for the weekend’s “Money In The Bank” pay-per-view event and us wrestling/sneaker fanatics were eager to see what he would be wearing for the actual MITB event.

It turns out that Enzo decided to take the custom route once again and enlisted the help of sneaker customizer Mache Customs, again. Enzo rocked a custom pair of Air Jordan 14 Lows which featured a gold upper and faux leopard fur on the toe and heel. Since the event took place in Vegas, Mache hooked up the insoles with a special “Realest Guys In Las Vegas” logo as well as Enzo’s favorite poo emoji. Enzo and Big Cass ended up losing the 4 man tag team championship match as The New Day reclaimed their titles.

via: Mache275

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With LeBron James having just won his 3rd NBA Championship last night, the timing couldn’t be any more perfect as we’ll be seeing the release of the Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack this upcoming weekend. This celebratory pack also celebrates Michael Jordan’s 3rd NBA championship and the completion of his first threepeat.

Today we take look at the complete set of official images of the Trophy colorway from the pack which features a Light Bone leather upper with perforations appearing on the side panels and around the ankle. Golden accents then appear on the signature cross straps, outsole and slightly above the midsole. The gold accents by the midsole feature finger prints that symbolize Michael Jordan and his teammates passing around the Larry O’Brien trophy in celebration. Last but not least we see the insides of the straps read “‘WORLD CHAMPIONS” and “AGAIN AND AGAIN.”

Look for the Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack Trophy to release on June 25, 2016 for a retail price of $250 for men and $180 for GS. Head over to our Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack to see more images, release information and other updates on this release.

via: Nike

Author’s Take

Out of both sneakers from this collection I only like the white pair because of the gold detailing. However I’m not really a fan of the Air Jordan 8, especially if it retails for $250.

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Not only will Jordan Brand be giving us the Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack this weekend, we’ll also see the release of a brand new colorway of the Air Jordan 12.

Joining the already long list of Air Jordan 12s that have released this year, this new colorway comes dressed in a Wolf Grey tumbled leather throughout the majority of the upper with pops of University Blue on the side panels, outsole, and the Jumpman on the tongue. Navy has then been placed on the inner liner as well as on the heel tab. Last but not least we see White land on the mudguard, midsole and outsole to complete the look on this Air Jordan 12.

You’ll be able to scoop up this Jordan retro at select retailers for a retail price of $190 beginning on June 25th. Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 12 Grey/University Blue launch page now for even more images, info and release details.

via: Sneaker Politics

Author?s Take

The only thing I don?t like about this colorway are the hits University Blue. Other than that I think it?s pretty clean.

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Last week Enzo Amore laced up the Air Jordan 8 Chrome in preparation for the weekend’s “Money In The Bank” pay-per-view event and us wrestling/sneaker fanatics were eager to see what he would be wearing for the actual MITB event.

It turns out that Enzo decided to take the custom route once again and enlisted the help of sneaker customizer Mache Customs, again. Enzo rocked a custom pair of Air Jordan 14 Lows which featured a gold upper and faux leopard fur on the toe and heel. Since the event took place in Vegas, Mache hooked up the insoles with a special “Realest Guys In Las Vegas” logo as well as Enzo’s favorite poo emoji. Enzo and Big Cass ended up losing the 4 man tag team championship match as The New Day reclaimed their titles.

via: Mache275

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Another detailed look at the Air Jordan 12 that pays homage to MJ?s alma mater ? the University of North Carolina ? is provided, as the model is set to drop at retailers this weekend.

Bearing a simple grey/white colorway that covers its entire premium tumbled leather construction and rubber sole unit, the contrasting hue adorns the pull tabs, miniature branded side panels and rear portion to encapsulate the respective theme.

Rounded out with shimmering metallic silver eyelets, you can find a pair at select JB and Nike retailers on Saturday, June 25th, for a price tag of $190.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 12 Grey/University Blue launch page now for even more images, details and release info.

via: RCK

Author’s Take

The Air Jordan 12 has released in a number of solid colorways this year, and this is another great example. If only those blue-colored panels on the sides would be white instead, I?ll be all over it.

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Another detailed look at the upcoming the Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack Champagne edition is featured, as the silhouette is scheduled to drop in the next few days.

Noted as a tribute to MJ?s last championship in 1992-93 from his first three-peat with the Chicago Bulls, the basketball sneaker essentially takes cues from the Larry O?Brien Championship Trophy.

Flaunting a clean, light bone/white finish throughout its premium perforated suede upper, the defining theme is evident on the rear portion, which is draped in metallic gold and incorporates a fingerprint graphic that references to MJ grabbing the trophy in the celebration. Additionally, the collar section and heel receives a patent leather overlay with a slight sheen for additional flair.

More gold accents adorn the ankle straps and branding on the tongue to finish it off. You can purchase a pair at select select Nike and JB stockists on Saturday, June 25th for $250.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack launch page now for even more images, info and release details.

via: RCK

Author’s Take

I?m biased towards this silhouette overall. Out of the two, I like this pair more because of the clean colorway.

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Joining alongside the Champagne offering, will be this Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack Confetti edition, which is set to debut in a few days.

As suggested with the aforementioned pair, the silhouette is essentially a tribute to MJ?s last championship from his first three-peat with the Chicago Bulls in 1992-93.

Taking cues from the pieces of colorful paper that are typically thrown during celebrations of parades, the theme is evident across the sneaker’s rear section. Comprised of premium textured leather, the black-out profile is further dated with a patent leather wrap throughout the collar section and heel in a slight sheen to further evoke the celebratory finish. Furthermore, metallic gold accents are placed on the straps of the ankle and tongue to finish off the design.

Retailing for $250, you can purchase at pair at select Nike and JB stockists on Saturday, June 25th.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack launch page now for even more images, info and release details.

via: RCK

Author’s Take

I?m a fan of the silhouette in general and I like the blacked-out finish most of all. The theme is cool but I would?ve preferred gold/silver confetti instead. Still a solid offering though.

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With the Grey/University Blue colorway arriving this week, the classic Air Jordan 12 will be offered in another brighter iteration for summer 2016.

Flaunting a simplistic eye-catching color scheme, the defining hue essentially covers most of the tumbled leather upper, which also flows throughout the tongue and laces. Pristine white converges throughout the remainder of its makeup, in particular, the forefoot and rubber sole unit. Contrasting hits of black adorning the rear pull tabs, inner lining and outsole finishes off the palette.

Retailing for $190, you can purchase a pair at select JB and Nike retailers on Saturday, July 2nd.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 12 Gym Red launch page now for more images, info and release details.

via: snkrsavings

Author’s Take

I like the 12s a lot and I?m just biased towards this color combination. This offering will surely garner a lot of attention.

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