One of this year’s biggest sneaker releases will go down this weekend with the return of the “Gamma” Air Jordan 11 this Saturday.
Prior to that, there are a number of basketball sneakers and collaborations that will be on a lot of sneaker fans’ radars, including the Undefeated x Nike Air Max 95, Jalen Brunson’s Nike Kobe 6 PE, the “Winter Red” Converse Shai 001, and the “Heat Wave” LeBron 23, just to name a few.
Grab a closer look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below, as well as where you can purchase a pair.
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Price: $190
When: Wednesday, Dec. 10
Where: StockX.com, Nike SNKRS, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: If you missed out on the Undefeated x Nike Air Max 95 drop this past weekend, the sail-based colorway is releasing again on SNKRS on Wednesday. The standout element of the sneaker is the green and red Undefeated stripe that runs across the upper.
Price: $N/A
When: Wednesday, Dec. 10
Where: StockX.com, Klutch.com, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: Rich Paul and New Balance are dropping their third collab this week, with the arrival of their burgundy-colored 2010 shown here. Dubbed “Unbothered,” the style is inspired by the idea of being laid-back and unbothered regardless of what life throws at you.
Price: $200
When: Wednesday, Dec. 11
Where: StockX.com, Nike SNKRS, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jalen Brunson’s “Statue of Liberty” Nike Kobe 6 PE is actually being released to the public this week. The entirety of the sneaker dons a green color scheme, with copper accents directly inspired by the New York City landmark.
Price: $130
When: Thursday, Dec. 11
Where: StockX.com, Nike SNKRS, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is celebrating Christmas early with the release of his “Winter Red” Shai 001 this week. Converse says that winterberry inspires the sneaker’s red and green colorway, as it’s one of the few plants that retains its color during the winter.
Price: $180
When: Friday, Dec. 12
Where: StockX.com, Nike SNKRS, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: Ken Griffey Jr.’s classic “Freshwater” Nike Griffey Max 1 is returning to retailers on Friday. The sneaker sports a black, teal, and white makeup, referencing the Seattle Mariners’ team colors, while the Kid’s jersey number appears on the ankle strap.
Price: $210
When: Friday, Dec. 12
Where: StockX.com, Nike SNKRS, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: Dubbed “Heat Wave,” this latest Nike LeBron 23 colorway pays tribute to LeBron James’ four seasons with the Miami Heat. The upper features a Miami Vice-inspired pink and blue iridescent design, combined with leopard print by the tongue.
Price: $235
When: Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: StockX.com, Nike SNKRS, and select retailers
What You Need to Know: Easily the biggest sneaker release this weekend is the return of the “Gamma” Air Jordan 11, which originally released in 2013. The sneaker is dressed in a stealthy black makeup, including on the mesh and patent leather upper. The Jumpman logo by the ankle comes in a light blue hue and yellow hits appear on the tongue tag. As expected, the sneaker will be available in full-family sizing.
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