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Two of the culture’s most beloved brands are partnering up. A SUPREME and Nike collaboration is on the way.
Last week the New York City based label unveiled their newest cobranded effort. This time it is with Nike and as expected the capsule covers off on several streetwear staples intended to bring a twist to how most approach spring fashion. Included in the collection are a series of denim shorts, hooded sweatshirts with matching pants, headwear, buttoned-up short sleeve shirts and some outerwear pieces. While the drop is diverse enough to ensure there is something to fit everyone’s style needs the standouts in this collection are very clear.
The Ripstop Pullover and accompanying Track Pants are made of water resistant nylon with the Nike logo on the waist and on the back. These sets are available in three color ways including a cream, black with white stitching and a purple pink with a eye catching gradient effect. Some other items that are sure to be in high demand include the denim puffer vest with branding on the left collar and back. As for accessories we get some sleek bucket hats that will add point of difference to any streetstyle look.
The SUPREME x Nike spring collection will be available starting April 18.
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The high-stakes sneaker robberies doesn’t seem to be slowing up as authorities continue to announce new busts on damn near a monthly basis.
This time around, police in Memphis (where Nike’s warehouse is based) busted nine people in connection with the robbery of a boxcar, where looters made off with $50,000 worth of Nike sneakers earlier this month. According to WKRN News 2, a “concerned citizen” tipped off police to what they said seemed like a gang of stolen Nike sneakers being stashed at a Frayser home in the 1400 block of Todds Creek Cove.
When police began surveilling the house in question, they observed a few men loading boxes of Nike sneakers into a Dodge Durango that was parked in front of the property. That was all the evidence they needed to move forward with the bust and put the cuffs on the nine-person operation.
WKRN News 2 reports:
Approximately 35 cases of Nike shoes were found inside the Dodge Durango, three boxes were found inside a Dodge Grand Caravan, and 30 cases were discovered inside the house, based on the reports.
Police confirmed the Nike shoes were stolen overnight from the CSX rail yard located in the 1400 block of North Holmes Street. The total value of the shoes was determined to be approximately $50,000.
Nine individuals were arrested but as of now, only the following five have been identified:
Tracy Fleming (46)
Rah’heem Tuggle (25)
Darren Stewart (28)
Troy Gaines (31)
Tray’Vion Smith (25)
Though police didn’t say which sneakers were amongst the stolen property (inquiring sneaker minds always wanna know), with the March lineup that Nike and Jordan Brand have coming up, it was more than likely a bunch of bricks that made those boxes that much heavier to carry. Just sayin’.
The five men identified were hit with burglary of a vehicle and theft of property worth $10,000 to $60,000 for their transgression.
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While Megan Thee Stallion had Nicki Minaj spinning outta control and alienating a lot of fans with her unhinged rants and subpar “Big Foot” response to her (no shots), the Hot Girl coach seems to unbothered by the dust up she kicked off. She continues to collect bags while climbing the ladder to success escalator style (RIP BIG).
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For her latest endeavor, Megan Thee Stallion has joined forces with Nike to release a new collection dubbed the “Hot Girl Systems.” The collection will feature new attire and footwear with Thee Stallion’s signature hottie flames along with reflective material and Y2K-inspired graphics to help it stand out amongst other apparel. Designed to capture Megan’s personal style and newfound dedication to mental and physical health (the woman’s a spokesperson for Planet Fitness), the new Hot Girl Systems will surely be a hit amongst her fanbase while being hated on by The Barbz.
Per Nike:
Nike x Megan Thee Stallion kicks off with her first-ever apparel and NBY footwear collaboration: Hot Girl Systems. Designed to be both bold and versatile, the collection features dynamic pieces made for all bodies and all movement.
The second phase, which rolls out in early March, includes two new NTC digital workouts and in-real-life experiences, plus a campaign to empower Hotties to achieve a Hottie State of Mind.
What exactly is a Hottie State of Mind? Megan Thee Stallion will tell you: It’s an energy, an attitude and a new way to move. It’s how you show up for yourself and others. It’s loving and being kind to yourself and prioritizing your physical and mental health. And it’s always walking with your head held high — because Hotties know being your best starts from within.
Powered by Nike By You, the collection will feature the Air Max 97 by Megan Thee Stallion, which lets users customize the sneakers to their liking along with a bomber jacket with removable straps, Nike Pro shorts, sports bras and bodysuits amongst other pieces.
The Nike “Hot Girl Systems” collection is available on Megantheestallion.com, Nike.com and Nike retailers Feb. 20.
Check out pieces for Megan Thee Stallion’s Nike collection below. Let us know if you’ll be picking up any pieces in the comments section.
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Tiger Woods has a new home, TaylorMade Golf, and to mark the occasion, he’s got a new lifestyle brand, Sun Day Red. Back in December, there were rumblings in the golf world that Nike and Tiger Woods would be ending their partnership that has lasted roughly 27 years, leaving many to wonder where Woods would be taking his talents.The answer to that question came in an announcement from the legendary golfer Monday evening: He would expand his partnership with TaylorMade Golf to bring his new lifestyle brand, Sun Day Red, to the world.Woods and TaylorMade are no strangers. Nike famously stopped making golf equipment (clubs and balls) in 2016, and Woods had a deal with TaylorMade for golf clubs and with Bridgestone for balls. Now, TaylorMade will provide both and then some with an apparel and footwear line.“It’s the right time in my life,” the 48-year-old professional golfer said per CBS News while sporting a Sun Day Red cashmere hoodie and black sneakers that noticeably lack the iconic Nike Swoosh. “It’s transitional. I’m no longer a kid anymore.”Replacing the Swoosh and representing his legendary 15-year PGA career is a tiger stretched across Sun Day Red, using the “Rule of Three,” Woods said.He continued in a news release, “I have learned so much over the years and have a lifetime of experience adjusting my apparel and footwear to help me play better based on the way it was constructed. There are things that I could tell you that no one knew I was doing over the years. I’m ready to share those secrets with the world.”The announcement of his extended partnership with TaylorMade comes on the eve of the Genesis Invitational at Riviera, where Woods will make his 2024 debut.We shall see if the new gear will help bring Woods back to winning form.The brand will launch online in the United States and Canada on May 1 with an apparel line for men.You can see more photos in the gallery below.
1. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sun Day Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A detail of hats and a club cover during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,hat,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024,golf club cover
2. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sun Day Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A shoe detail during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,part of,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
3. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sun Day Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: Shoe designer Charley Hidalgo attends the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,attending,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,design professional,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
4. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A clothing detail during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) vertical,color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
5. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A detail of gloves, ball markers and head covers during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,sports glove,golf glove,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
6. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A clothing detail during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
7. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A clothing detail during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
8. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A detail of golf shoes during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024,golf shoe
9. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A clothing detail during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) vertical,color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
10. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A detail of gloves during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,sports glove,golf glove,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
11. Tiger Woods & TaylorMade Golf Announce New Apparel and Footwear Brand “Sunday Red”
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PACIFIC PALISADES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: A clothing detail during the launch of Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf’s new apparel and footwear brand “Sun Day Red” at Palisades Village on February 12, 2024 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) color image,photography,celebrities,arts culture and entertainment,horizontal,usa,red,sport,california,day,new,fashion,close-up,clothing,shoe,village,launch event,golf,tiger woods,pacific palisades,february,brand name,tailored clothing,2024
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With the success that John McEnroe’s “Mac Attack” silhouette experienced in 2023 (mostly thanks to Travis Scott), Nike is looking to retro another 90’s tennis star’s sneaker and truth be told, we’re not mad.
According to Sneaker News, sneaker legend Andre Agassi’s Nike Air Tech Challenge II is set to release sometime in 2024 and the man himself posted a picture rocking a pair of the upcoming retro. Rocking the kicks alongside his wifey, fellow tennis legend Steffi Graf, the sneaker community was excited to see that the OG sneakers would once again see the streets in 2024.
Per Sneakernews:
The Air Tech Challenge II, designed by Tinker Hatfield, is considered to be one of the greatest Nike footwear designs in history. It also helped popularize the blazing hot red shade on Swoosh footwear, adding an element of personality in a sport that once had strict on-court rules regarding attire.
Currently, a release is expected this Fall 2024 season with an MSRP of $150. It last released in 2016, so this re-issue should be met with open arms.
We personally prefer the Nike Air Tech Challenge 4 which was a bit more stylish and less bulky than the II’s, but these are pretty dope. If Travis Scott gets his hands on these and blesses them with the reverse swoosh, watch out! Heads will go crazy for those.
Check out pics of the Andre Agassi Nike Air Tech II’s below and let us know if you’ll be copping a pair when these drop sometime later this year.
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Sneakerheads know that Travis Scott is one of the biggest names out in the sneaker game (he happens to rap too, by the way) and interestingly enough the man is also known for giving away his own personal pairs of sneaker to both fans and his fellow Hip-Hop peers.
Continuing to hold true to his own tradition, Wednesday (Jan. 3), Travis Scott once again broke the sneaker internet when he blessed a kid with a pair of his own unreleased signature Nikes dubbed the Sharkidons during his show in Chicago, according to Hypebeast. After rapping alongside the unnamed fan, Travis gave him the Sharkidons and returned to the stage and said: “They’re my favorite pair of shoes so don’t sell them.”
Yeah, good luck with that, Trav.
The unreleased Travis Scott Sharkidons seem to resemble the ’90s Nike Huarache silhouette with the strap and sport a brown and beige color blocking with a white swoosh. Unfortunately, they don’t have the reverse swoosh that’s become synonymous with Scott’s Nike collaboration. That little hiccup alone could cost this release much hype. Just sayin’.
Still, the fan went home happy, and Scott’s sneaker generous legend continues to grow. It was a win-win for everyone.
Check out the clips below and let us know your thoughts on the “Sharkidons” in the comments section below.
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After more than a quarter century, the business relationship between Tiger Woods and Nike seems to be coming to an end.
According to Front Office Sports, Nike seems to be ready to move on from Tiger Woods as the man’s career on the golf course is winding down, and his retirement seems inevitable. Having signed to Nike back in 1996 when he was only 20 years old (God, time flies), the Swoosh brand has put hundreds of millions of dollars in the iconic golfer’s bank account over the decades, but it seems like that lucrative relationship is about to wrap up sooner than later.
Per Front Office Sports:
On Monday, the “No Laying Up” golf podcast – which in the past has provided early insight into major shake-ups in pro golf, such as defections from the PGA Tour to LIV Golf – reported that next week’s PNC Championship could be Woods’s last tournament wearing the Swoosh.
NLU also reported similar rumblings about other Nike golf athletes — a roster that includes Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, and Scottie Scheffler — based on the idea that an existing golf equipment manufacturer is potentially creating an apparel brand. Since Nike stopped manufacturing clubs in 2016, Wood has used clubs from TaylorMade, which sells some golf apparel but doesn’t have as vast a collection as Nike.
Since returning from ankle surgery in 2022, Woods has notably played golf tournaments wearing FootJoy shoes.
We’re not gonna lie, this isn’t devastating anyone on our side of things. We can’t remember the last time we were hype for the latest Tiger Woods Nike collection to drop, but then again, we don’t be out on the golf course like that… or ever.
Who Nike has in mind to carry on their golf apparel is anyone’s guess, but best believe we won’t be turning up whenever a new face of their golfing franchise is announced. Maybe if they brought back Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore character we’d be slightly interested to see what they have coming down the pike. Just sayin’.
What do y’all think of Nike and Tiger Woods ending their partnership? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Once again Nike is back in court on the offensive as they’ve decided to bring yet another lawsuit against a few competitors who they feel are infringing on their creations.
According to Complex, Nike has filed a few patent infringement lawsuits against both Skechers and New Balance for biting their beloved Flyknit technology and using it on their own footwear silhouettes. Suing both companies for “unauthorized use of it’s patented technology,” Nike is looking to shut down both brands from continuing to produce and sell it’s increasingly popular footwear lines.
Citing dozens of Skechers models and 21 New Balance sneakers in their lawsuit which they allege ripped off their Flyknit tech, Nike wants the courts to step in and not only award them damages, but also stop both companies from continuing to bank off what they say was their original creation.
Complex reports:
Nike holds a number of different patents for its Flyknit material, the first of which was granted in September 2012.
Nike has sued Skechers over alleged Flyknit infringement before, but this is the first time the brand has taken aim at New Balance. In January, Nike contacted New Balance in an attempt to flag the issue before going through with the lawsuit, but claims New Balance has instead “only escalated the scope of its infringing activities.”
Nike isn’t playing when it comes to their chips. Whether you’re an independent sneaker creator or a big conglomerate of a company, if they feel your hand in their pocket, they’ll try to cut it off. Heck, it might get to the point where Nike starts suing customers for not rocking their footwear with the proper attire and making them look bad.
Following the lawsuit, New Balance decided to acknowledge the situation and released a statement on the matter.
“New Balance fully respects competitors’ intellectual property rights, but Nike does not own the exclusive right to design and produce footwear by traditional manufacturing methods that have been used in the industry for decades. We will vigorously defend ourselves against Nike’s attempts to enforce its patents beyond their lawful scope.”
When reached for comment, Skechers declined to comment on the pending litigation.
Skechers doesn’t want that Nike smoke and might fold quick-fast. New Balance meanwhile seems ready to fight to the end to maintain it’s growing popularity.
What do y’all think of Nike slapping New Balance and Skechers with this lawsuit? Are they justified or just plain old greedy at this point? Let us know in the comments section below.
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NIKE continues to grow one of their most important partnerships with care. The Doernbecher Freestyle XIX Collection has been unveiled.
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On Friday, October 27 the sports apparel company announced the latest installment of releases in conjunction with the Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU) Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Originally launched in 2004 the program has raised over $33 million dollars for the medical facility that provides pediatric care. Each year the program gives six OHSU patients the distinct opportunity to design footwear, clothing and accessories that are auctioned as per the hospital’s fundraiser.
“Created with a team of Nike product experts volunteering their time and expertise, each patient’s collection items are adorned with intricate details, hidden messages and unexpected color palettes to represent their individual passions, life experiences, medical journeys and relationships” the press release read. This year’s drops will highlight six iconic NIKE silhouettes including the Air Jordan III, a Nike Dunk High, a Nike Go FlyEase, a Nike ACG Mountain Fly 2 Low, a Nike Cortez and a Nike Air Max 1 ’86.
Each of the pieces, ranging from tops, hats, bags and sneakers, all carry the patient-designer’s thematic through out. Hugo Covarrubias Molina’s Air Jordan III for example feature his catch phrase “It’s OK To Be Different” on a transparent outsole with matching green slime on the heel and quarter panel. Hailey Leyva’s Air Max ‘86 has five hand drawn hearts, each representing the members of her family, on the toe box.
The NIKE Doernbecher Freestyle XIC Collection will be available in December. You can read more about the partnership here.
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Over the last few years high-stakes sneaker heists have become routine as the sneaker business is just as profitable as anything else out here on these streets. The trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon as everyone out here is looking to make bank off the ever-growing sneaker culture.
CBS Chicago is reporting that police in the Windy City uncovered a den of stolen sneakers in a warehouse on the West Side of Chicago that housed millions of dollars worth of stolen Nikes, Jordans and Yeezy sneakers that were lifted off of freight trains carrying the valuable footwear. Apparently the hot merchandise was transported there from all corners of the United States to the Austin-based warehouse and flipped to retailers who had no idea that they were buying stolen sneakers.
CBS Chicago reports:
“Whether it be Nike products or UGG products or Adidas or Supreme, a lot of massive amounts of property, it’s probably close to $5 million in merchandise, minimum,” said Lyons Police Chief Tom Heroin.
The massive bust was the result of an investigation by the Lyons Police Department after a cargo theft was reported in the village about a week ago. That led investigators to the warehouse, where a search warrant was issued, and the mother load of theft rings was uncovered.
The site was already on the radar of multiple railroad companies and the Illinois Attorney General’s Office as rail cargo thefts have surged nationwide and become costly for companies.
“What they would do is they’d commit these cargo thefts, like from Memphis, Tennessee. They’d re-label it, and they would ship it here. They would unpackage it, repackage it, and it’s a 100% markup, because they got it all for nothing,” Heroin said.
That sounds like quite the operation that required much man power and coordination. Though only two people have been arrested and charged in connection with the bust, a few others are under investigation. Who knows how many other dominos will fall as a result given the size and scope of this undertaking.
The Lyons Police Department is expected to hold a press conference later this week to explain its finding in the case and information on the individuals involved in the investigation, but what sneaker heads really want to know is which grails were found in this massive bust. Limited edition Jordans? Jarrito Dunks? Supreme Dunks? We. Must. Know!
What do y’all think of this latest massive sneaker bust? Inside job or very well coordinated crooks? Sound off in the comments section below.
