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No, it’s not an all-white sneaker. Although this is (obviously) not an image of the actual Nike KD 9, this is a miniature figurine version of the shoe that gives us a good idea of what the shape of the shoe is going to look like.

This molded mini version of the Nike KD 9 was actually posted by Jordan Brand digital manager Danny Nunez. Nunez added in the caption of the image, #KD9, which leads us to believe that this will be KD’s next signature shoe. The 3D printed replica of the shoe appears to have a mid-top build along with a deep groove at the lateral forefoot just like we saw on the KD 8. One feature missing on the shoe that we’re used to seeing on some of the KD models is the removal of the strap we usually see on the upper. Usually KD’s signature models don’t release until late June or early July so we’re going to have wait and see what this miniature figure means for the future of the Nike KD 9.

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The Nike LeBron 13 Elite has finally been unveiled, and today we’re here to give you a first look at how the shoe differentiates from the original, non-elite version of the Nike LeBron 13.

The Nike LeBron 13 Elite gets several performance and technical upgrades that include features such as a durable Kurim cage upper that changes the aesthetics of the shoe. Other new features include the carbon fiber shank and the full-length bootie. In addition to that there are also two additional hexagonal Zoom Air-sole units on each shoe to improve the feel of the shoe once you lace them up. All these new features are designed to work together to create a better, stronger and lighter shoe to help to LeBron James reach the promised land. The Nike LeBron 13 Elite will release on April 14th in the Red colorway, May 5th in the White colorway, and May 26th in the Black colorway. Initial thoughts? Let us know in the comments below.

via: TSG

Author’s Take

The new features definitely make it an Elite version, but I’m just curious to see if people will want to spend the extra money on a pair that looks very similar to the non-Elite version.

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A true sequel to the Nike SB Stefan Janoski still hasn’t happened. That fact is more of a testament to how insanely popular such a simple silhouette has been in Nike SB‘s lineup while still remaining a valid on-board performer for skating traditionalists. It’s a similar success story to the Zen-like quality of Nike’s Roshe Run that showcased design still matters to consumers in today’s ever-growing hype machine. Today we get some good news as the first ever Nike SB Janoski to hit retailers is getting a retro treatment. The OG black and white pair featuring a gum bottom is returning to shelves in the near future featuring the classic canvas construction. It’s a little funny that we’re calling a shoe less than a decade old an “OG”, but in the modern hyper-busy release cycle, it’s something we’re seeing more and more of. Check out a few shots below and know that spots like Premier will be stocking this Nike SB icon.

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How did Nike reveal the next Kevin Durant signature shoe, the Nike KD 9? By hand-delivering these awesome small figurines as an appetizer to tomorrow’s huge Nike Innovation event in New York City. We just received ours, so we decided to share with you a close-up look at the KD 9; based on what we can see, the KD 9 features a low-cut design with an extended tongue, a honeycombed traction pattern with a deep groove at the forefoot, and a unique heel outsole structure that has targeted indents similar to what Tuned Air did for Air Max back in the late 1990s. Enjoy a closer look below and stay tuned for more on the Nike KD 9.

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Never a brand to shy away from the herbal implications of the date 4/20, it looks like Nike SB will once again be celebrating the stoner holiday with a special release of the Dunk. You’ve seen “Skunk Dunks”, “Hacky Sack” Dunks, and “Cheech and Chong” Dunks in the past, and now it looks like Nike SB may be going with a pretty straightforward “Hemp” Dunk Low for this year’s weed celebration. The shoe features an all-textile upper (presumably hemp) in a natural shade of light tan with black accents and green and red branding on the tongue and heel. With a release date set for April 15th overseas, it’s a safe bet that this is indeed this year’s 4/20 Dunk, but stay tuned to Sneaker News for confirmation and further details.

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Already released in a “molten” colorway, the Nike Metcon 2 “Strong As Steel” also comes in the alloy’s solid state. The Strong as Steel collection is completed with this Wolf Grey and Metallic Silver colorway to represent the strength of steel and its ability to hold up the world around it, which can be seen as inspiration for your workout. Part 2 of the Metcon 2 Strong as Steel will be available at select Nike Training retailers and Nike.com beginning March 21st.

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So the colorway story behind the Air Jordan 4 Dunk From Above is Michael Jordan’s ability to take flight and soar through the air? Sure, why not? Whatever it takes to get one of the best new interpretations of the Air Jordan 4 to come along in a long time. With a blue leather upper with hits of yellowish gold and a white midsole/gum outsole combo, it’s works on a lot of levels, even if the sky is none of them. Players on Marquette, Cal and even Michigan – all current or future Jordan Brand schools – must be thrilled at the prospect of rocking this pair.

With 2016 being a relative light year so far on retros that have been breakout hits, the Dunk From Above 4 has a chance to be a big release for the brand. If that’s the case, you might be looking at another Sadderday. But fear not because while the retros might be a tough cop – you just never know what will hit these days – if you’re a fan of the colorway this edition of Fun With NIKEiD is just for you. We’ve taken the basic look of the Dunk From Above 4 and applied to some popular kicks on NIKEiD. Basically anything that allowed for a gum sole had a shot. Take a look below and let us know what you think in the comments. But if you’re still holding out hope you’ll score a pair, be sure to check out our Air Jordan 4 Dunk From Above launch page for all the latest news, images, videos and where to buy links on the big day.

Nike Air Max 1

Nike Air Max 90

Nike Kyrie 2

Nike Air Huarache (No Yellow)

Nike Air Force 1 Mid

Nike Air Force 1 High

Nike LeBron 13

Nike Cortez

Nike KD 8

Nike Air Force 1 Low

Jordan CP3.IX

Nike Hyperdunk 2015

Nike LeBron Soldier 9

Nike Internationalist

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Since 2002, Hiroshi Fujiwara, Tinker Hatfield, and Mark Parker have dreamt up thirty-two insane iterations of existing shoes with the core mission of elevating style, function, and most importantly, wearability. They’ve dabbled on true classics like the Air Force 1 and innovative gems like the Flyknit Racer, but true HTM loyalists remember them for Air Wovens, the Macropus, and any other quirky sneaker that to the gen-pop, didn’t really seem to fit in. These limited edition products, most of the time individually numbered, helped fuel the sneaker craze and truly brought the hunt to the global level. Today, HTM is like the cool table in the lunch cafeteria that mystifies those around them, but Nike is ready to break that wall with an untold in-depth interview with the holy triumvirate.

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Online retailer Eastbay just announced their own special edition of the Nike Kobe 11 – a black/gold mix that has us recalling the “Big Stage” Kobe V from 2010. Currently, you can retweet the photo with hashtag #SeasonOfKobe for a chance to win the shoes, or you can just buy them outright straight from NIKEiD. Still, a free pair of Kobe iDs is hard to resist and Eastbay did a helluva job with the colorway, so check out their complete rules on the giveaway here, or buy the exact same configuration straight from Nike.

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Online retailer Eastbay just announced their own special edition of the Nike Kobe 11 – a black/gold mix that has us recalling the “Big Stage” Kobe V from 2010. Currently, you can retweet the photo with hashtag #SeasonOfKobe for a chance to win the shoes, or you can just buy them outright straight from NIKEiD. Still, a free pair of Kobe iDs is hard to resist and Eastbay did a helluva job with the colorway, so check out their complete rules on the giveaway here, or buy the exact same configuration straight from Nike.

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Remember that mini figurine of the LunarEpic Flyknit we showed you yesterday? Turns out there are different models being made, like Kevin Durant’s upcoming Nike KD 9. The signature shoe that typically doesn’t release until late June or early July looks to be, based on these photos, a low-cut sneaker once again with a deep groove at the lateral forefoot (like the KD 8). Unfortunately, not much else can be discerned from the all-white mold, so stay tuned for more KD 9 details as we approach the official launch a few months from now.

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“Now that Nike gave me that, I know my shoes are working as hard as I am.”

LeBron James in the NBA Finals? Not quite a headline for the greatest player of our generation. King James is aiming for his sixth straight Finals appearance this June, and it’ll take twelve grueling wins to reach that platform reserved for the players that “want it more” than anybody else. Going along for the ride is the fifth iteration of the LeBron Elite series, the LeBron 13 Elite. For the most finely-tuned LeBron sneaker yet, Nike keeps the postseason-targeted LeBron 13 Elite refreshingly simple in design, almost as if it were an entirely new shoe. The upper bootie features a Kurim cage, an extremely pliable and durable material that acts as the primary lockdown for LeBron’s feet. A massive carbon fiber shank that extends to the ankle provides even more stability and springiness, while the Hex-Zoom cushioning unit adds one more piece for even more support. Gather yourself and flip through the photos just ahead and stay tuned as LeBron James approaches the Playoffs in his quest for a third NBA title.

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The Men?s 2016 NCAA College Basketball Tournament is officially ready to get underway and out of the 44 teams in the tournament 69% of them are sponsored by Nike. That goes to show you the type of winning mentality that Nike and the schools that it sponsors both have.

Nike recently took the time to reflect on some of their great athletes that have moved on to play in the NBA. Some of the big names include DeMar DeRozan of the Toronto Raptors who earned First Team PAC-10 All-Freshman and PAC-10 Tournament MVP during his time at USC. We also have DeMarcus Cousins of the Sacramento Kings who’s unique style of play earned him SEC Freshman of the Year and First Team All-SEC honors while at his time with the Kentucky Wildcats. From the Golden State Warriors we have Draymond Green who was named 2012 NABC National Player of the Year, capping off an impressive college career at Michign State that included 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds, 80 double-doubles and three conference titles.

To read more about current Nike athletes that still proudly and boldly rep their respective alma mater, head over to nike.com. Who do you think will win the championship this year? Will it be a Nike sponsored school? Leave us your predictions down below.

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Last year Nike released the Nike Kyrie 1 Double Nickel that commemorated the game when Irving dropped 55 points against the Blazers. It went on to be one of the most popular colorways that was released of the Kyrie 1.

Nike is now commemorating Kyrie’s career-high 57 point game against the Spurs that also took place last year with a special colorway of the Kyrie 2. Kyrie’s best game ever as a pro took place on March 12, 2015 and Nike has created this new Kyrie 2 Ky-reer High almost exactly year later. This Kyrie 2 is dressed in Cavaliers team colors of Midnight Navy, University Gold, and Team Red. If you’d like pair you can purchase it directly through NIKEiD now for $150. Kyrie also wore this colorway yesterday in the Cavaliers blowout win against the Clippers.

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The Nike Kyrie 2 released in the Brotherhood colorway a little over a week ago and while we all know that it was an homage to the time that Kyrie Irving spent at Duke, there was never an official connection made by Nike.

Now Nike will be releasing the official Nike Kyrie 2 Duke PE that we first previewed two weeks ago. This Duke PE colorway of the Kyrie 2 comes with a Black upper and Game Royal accents on the outsole, the Nike Swoosh on the midfoot strap, and outlining the branding on the tongue and the DUKE name on the heels. The last color seen on the shoe is Reflective silver which appears on the all of the branding areas of the shoe including the DUKE on the heel and the Kyrie logo on the tongue.

You can find the Nike Kyrie 2 Duke PE at select Nike retailers on March 19th for a retail price of $120.

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Author’s Take

With March Madness kicking off this week the timing for this Duke colorway couldn’t be better. If you’re a fan of Duke then I definitely recommend picking up a pair. I’m not so these will be a pass for me.

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