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During NBA All-Star Weekend, the best of the best in pro basketball flocked to the Chase Center in San Francisco to show off their talent and skills for fans. Additionally, there are a number of premium sneaker drops from some of the top players in the NBA, including Ja Morant, Kyrie Irving, Victor Wembanyama, LaMelo Ball and others.
We rounded up the best of the best sneaker drops from Nike, New Balance, Puma and other brands. A few of them available now for purchase, while others come out within the new few weeks.
Some of the big standouts in 2025 are LeMelo Ball’s “oozy” Puma MB.04 sneakers in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles colorways for Leonard, Michelangelo, Raphael and Donatello, as well as Kyrie Irving’s Anta Kai 1 Speed “Bag Work” sneakers that were inspired by plastic takeout bags.
There are even a few Nike Air Jordan drops, with the Jordan 1s and Jordan 12s, that celebrate Michael Jordan’s 40th anniversary with the sports apparel company.
Ahead, you’ll find out picks for the best sneaker drops during NBA All-Star Weekend.
Puma
Puma x LaMelo Ball x TMNT MB.04
Nike
Nike Kobe 6 Protro ‘All-Star 2.0’
Anta
Anta Kai 1 Speed ‘Bag Work’
Nike
Nike Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Black and Varsity Red’
Release date: Mar. 1 at 10 a.m. ET
Nike
Nike Jordan 1 Retro High OG ‘Bred’
New Balance
Bricks & Wood x New Balance 1000
Release date: Feb. 21 at 2:59 a.m. ET
Nike
Nike Ja 2 Scratch ‘Black Label’
Nike
Nike G.T. Hustle 3 Wembanyama ‘Black Label’
Nike
Nike Air Jordan 1 High OG ‘Black Toe’
Nike
Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’
Release date: feb. 21 at 10 a.m. ET
Nike
Nike Dunk Low Retro SE ‘We Believe’
Nike
Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LV8 ‘We Believe’
Aside from basketball, the Nike Air Jordan 1 sneakers are the go-to shoes for a number of celebrities and top recording artists in pop culture for decades, such as Travis Scott, J Balvin, Teyana Taylor, Kid Ink, Common, Justin Timberlake, Paloma Mami and many others.
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Nike and Tom Sachs are back on good terms, which means a crispy pair of sneakers. The latter, dropped a couple of photos of the forthcoming NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 which is guaranteed to be one of the most hyped—and likely difficult to acquire (for retail price)—sneakers of the year, already.
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However, you can’t gloss over the fact Sachs—a renowned but controversial contemporary artist—and Nike were recently on the outs after allegations of his abuse behavior toward employees began to surface in early 2023. At the time, Sachs and Nike were in the midst of pushing the NikeCraft General Purpose Shoe, which came to a quick halt after the allegations and just several colorways were released. Although the model (which sported a more democratized purchase process that meant easier access and more pairs) was paused, Nike never completely severed ties with Sachs, taking a wait and see approach, and officially resuming their partnership in late 2024. “Tom has demonstrated and recommitted to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity,” said Nike in a statement at the time.
As far as we can tell, Sachs’ hasn’t generated any new troubling headlines, and he’s back in official business with the Swoosh, and the NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 is set to drop in September per his Instagram post. At first glance, the sneaker itself doesn’t look like a radical departure from the Mars Yard 2.0 (which dropped in 2012 and 2017) but it is more like an optimization. Some of those updates include Nike’s React cushioning in the midsole, a black TPU toecap and a carbon fiber plate.
The Mars Yard 2.0 from 2017 was a smooth $200 (and fetches $1600 on StockX at the moment) so you can probably expect the 2025 version to be at least a bit pricier. Good hunting—we suggest you call up your sneaker plug not now but right now.
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With the NBA All-Star Game 2025 coming up in San Francisco this weekend, it’s also the 40th anniversary of “His Airness” Michael Jordan‘s first Slam Dunk Contest in 1985. During the contest, he wore the instantly recognizable Nike Air Jordan sneakers.
And to celebrate, Nike is re-releasing the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Black Toe” sneakers in a classic white, varsity red, sail and black colorways — Chicago Bulls colors.
The signature shoes are priced at $180 and drop starting on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT at Nike.com.
The Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Black Toe” sneakers are made from genuine leather for shape and durability, while they feature the modern “Air Jordan” logo on each collar instead of the classic logo from the ’80s.
The design and silhouette are iconic with a style that’s suited for the mid-1980s and mid-2020s, alike.
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Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG ‘Black Toe’
Release date: Feb. 15, 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT
Meanwhile, Nike is also dropping a limited-edition Jordan Premium Basketball that’s signed and comes in in the same colorway as the sneakers. It’s priced at $150 and includes in a box with the same design too. The basketball releases on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT.
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Nike Jordan Premium Basketball
Release date: Feb. 15, 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT
In addition, the Nike Air Jordan 1 sneakers are the go-to shoes for a large number of celebrities and recording artists, including Travis Scott, J Balvin, Teyana Taylor, Kid Ink, Common, Justin Timberlake, Paloma Mami and many others.
The Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Black Toe” sneakers are come in men’s and women’s sizes for $180, while the sports apparel company has the sneakers in big kids’ sizes for $140, little kids’ sizes for $85, toddlers’ and babies’ sizes for $70 and even baby crib booties for $70 at Nike.com.
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With all the Nike and Air Jordan retro sneakers set to return in 2025 that has sneakerheads all in their feelings (and pockets), Nike is continuing to up the ante as they’re bringing back a new classic Air Jordan in a new colorway.
According to Highsnobiety, the skateboard Nike SB x Air Jordan 4 is set to return later this year but instead of the pine green and red colorway that we went crazy for in 2022, this iteration will be donning a “Midnight Navy” blue colorway that’s sure to be a bigger hit than it’s predecessor. Though there have been pictures of other SB 4’s circling the internet including and all-black version along with a red and grey sample, rumors of the blue Air Jordan 4 SB’s dropping next was well-known for quite some time.
Now that it seems like that does seem to be the case, many sneakerheads are anxiously awaiting a release date and stock numbers as collaborations like this tend to be highly sought after with limited product being available upon release days.
Per Highsnobiety:
The skate sneaker is set to get its second release and it has adopted navy blue paneling for the occasion. It’s not quite the original Military Blue AJ4, but it looks mighty similar.
And the similarities between this shoe and the OG Jordan 4 from 1989 go beyond just the colorway: it’s also in the shape of the shoe. Nike SB and Jordan tweaked the AJ4 design so that the shape around the toe box was more aligned with that of the original ‘89 model.
This update wasn’t made purely for aesthetic reasons (although, sneakerheads are notorious for moaning that the new-shape models don’t look as good), it’s to help the bubble-soled basketball shoe skate better. The new (well, old) toebox makes for a better flick according to Nike.
As many sneakerheads have learned over the years, the Air Jordan 4 is easily one of the most painful sneakers to wear all day regardless of how fly it compliments the entire fit. That’s why the Nike SB model was such a hit amongst the sneaker community and not only was it a comfortable pair of kicks, but roomy as well. It got to the point where it’s said that Nike ultimately decided to use their updated model for future Air Jordan 4 releases.
Now that we’re getting a new colorway of the SB 4’s, you can bet your bottom dollar these will be tough as nails to come by whenever release date rolls around.
Check out pics of the upcoming “Midnight Navy” Air Jordan 4 SB’s below and let us know if you’ll be checking for them when they drop in the comments section.
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For many sneakerheads around the world, the Air Jordan 1 silhouette is pretty much yesterday’s news as release dates for new colorways of the sneaker are often ignored or overlooked. But now that Union LA is getting ready to release another iteration of the classic grails, hypebeasts and resellers are gearing up as Union LA has been known to drop some heaters when given the opportunity in the past.
According to Sneakernews, the latest Union LA x Air Jordan 1 collabo is upon us as Union LA founder Chris Gibbs announced the upcoming release on their official Instagram page earlier this week. Though official pictures of the sneaker have yet to be released, pics of the kicks have apparently leaked online and the colorway is similar to the OG Air Jordan 1 “Chicago”‘s but bares that Union LA remix.
Sneakernews reports:
Chris Gibbs and co. just opened a microsite called www.unionjordanimback.com where interested buyers can sign up for updates. The shoe reprises a theme that began in 2018 by stitching together two original Jordan 1 colorways; “Shadow” on the collar and “Chicago” down below. See detailed images ahead and hit the Union link above to get in their system.
No word yet on when the sneakers will drop or what stock numbers will look like. Numbers could be very limited but some rumors say there will be tons of pairs made. We doubt that will be the case best believe heads will be dusting off their bots for this drop regardless. Bastards.
Check out pics of what the kicks are said to look like and let us know if you’ll be trying to copp in the comments section below.
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While the sneaker resale market is definitely not what it used to be, fools out here are still taking penitentiary chances to bag and move footwear merchandise in 2025. Case in point, authorities have just pinched another future felon who had enough kicks to make him a millionaire.
According to CBS News, authorities in Chicago busted 26-year-old Erick Lujano Bautista earlier this week after police discovered he was hiding almost $1 million worth of stolen sneakers in a warehouse on the West Side of Chiraq. Still, even with all those sneakers stashed in his hideout, Bautista has been hit with one felony count of theft. Meanwhile the sitting “President” has 34 felony counts on his record…but that’s neither here nor there.
Apparently, police were tipped to Bautista’s illegal operation and took action, which led to the massive discovery and the rest is history.
CBS News reports:
Cook County Sheriff’s officials said investigators executed a search warrant at a warehouse Lujano Bautista was subleasing in the 1500 block of South Western Avenue on Friday, after learning a large number of stolen shoes were being stored there.
Police found thousands of Nike and New Balance brand shoes believed to have been stolen inside the warehouse investigators determined Lujano Bautista was not an authorized seller of either Nike or New Balance brand shoes.
This was not the first time Lujano Bautista was tied to such a theft ring. He was arrested in another high-end theft ring in Lyons back in 2023.
Bautista appeared in court Sunday (Feb. 2) over the bust and though he was allowed to go home to await trial, he did have to hand over his passport and report to a probation officer until his trial date.
With the way things are going out here the man might get deported before that time comes, as the Trump administration is even rounding up American citizens if they’re a shade too dark for its comfort. Just sayin’.
The bust comes as police in Chicago have begun using the new Auror system, which alerts police of certain offenders in multiple jurisdictions.
“It will certainly help, for example, someone in DeKalb who says: ‘Wait a second, we just picked up someone who fits the MO of someone who’s committing a crime in Belvidere, and someone who did the same thing in Naperville. Maybe there’s a connection,’” Karr said.
The Auror system just went into use in Illinois.
“It’s certainly been successful in other states,” Karr said. “We would expect it to be successful here.”
Big brother done got a new way of keeping their ever-growing eye on us. Y’all been warned.
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As of late, sneaker brand Saucony has become more popular out in these streets as they’ve dropped some pretty interesting silhouettes and collaborated with a few celebrities along the way, and in an effort to keep that train chugging along, Saucony will once again be collaborating with John “Jae Tips” Cotton for their latest offering.
According to Hypebeast, the Bronx native has given Saucony’s Matrix silhouette his own personal remix, and given his history with the sneaker brand, you can expect people to flock to this latest drop by the masses. Though there will be competition out in these streets with Nike’s ridiculous lineup for 2025, Saucony and Jae Tips’ “I Love You But I’m Busy” sneaker is sure to garner much attention and might be a hard cop if their previous releases are any indication of what’s to come.
Per Hypebeast:
Tips and Saucony are almost a half-dozen collabs deep, and their firmly established visual language — bright, bold and colorful — is continued here. Neon-toned shades of pink, orange, yellow and blue can all be seen, with hits of white, grey and black providing a touch of easygoing contrast. A carabiner that holds a multi-colored flower is attached to the left shoe’s laces.
The key detail, however, can be seen across the heels: the left shoe says “I Love You,” while the right shoe clarifies “But Im [sic] busy.” Though Tips has yet to reveal the theme for this collaborative release, there’s a good chance it’s a salute to his busy lifestyle. The aforementioned “To-Do List,” for example, was designed to be the perfect shoe to wear while checking off the tasks on one’s to-do list.
These are pretty cool.
No word on when the kicks are set to drop, but best believe their fans are sure to keep tabs on these joints going forward.
What do y’all think of Saucony and Jae Tips’ “I Love You But I’m Busy” silhouette? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Bad news for sneaker hustlers as the resell game has taken yet another hit with the announcement that consignment store Stadium Goods is closing up shop at its New York City location.
According to Footwear News, one of the few secondary sneaker markets with an impeccable reputation for selling authentic sneakers has decided to close their doors in the Big Apple after almost 10 years in the game. Senior Vice President and General Manager, Michael Daniel, told Footwear News of their plan to close down their location in Lower Manhattan and focus more on the digital side of the game as he feels that’s where they get most of their business.
Footwear News reports:
“The lease term was coming up and we decided not to renew,” Daniel told FN. “Our business is primarily through digital channels, so that’s where Stadium Goods is focusing investment to drive growth. But in the meantime, we’re planning to transform our market center at 412 Broadway so that we can both intake new products from sellers and offer an elevated retail experience in the same space.”
The sneaker consignment company’s Howard Street store — which quickly became a haven for coveted and hard-to-find sneakers — is positioned in the heart of NYC’s SoHo neighborhood. The store opened for business on Oct. 16., 2015, and seven years later, Stadium Goods renovated the locationin February 2022. The updates included the addition of an entrance at 305 Canal St. and an expansion to 2,860 square feet of space for people to shop.
This is just more evidence that the sneaker resale game isn’t what it used to be just a few years ago. With all kinds of Nike and Jordan grails releasing only to brick upon arrival. Meanwhile, brands like Saucony, Hoka, New Balance, adidas and Samba’s are becoming the new go-to sneakers for the everyday person, investing in kicks isn’t the safe bet it used to be not too long ago. Heck, even Crocs seem to be more popular these days than the latest Nike SB Dunk releases.
What do y’all think about Stadium Goods closing up shop in NYC? Let us know in the comments section below.
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The legacy of Kobe Bryant continues to live on as Nike is set to commemorate the memory of the NBA legend with a new collection that’s poised to be a must-have for any hardcore Black Mamba fan.
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Earlier this week, Nike announced that they would be kicking off 2025 with a new Year of the Mamba collection that will consist of some classic Kobe Bryant Nike silhouettes in new color ways along with matching apparel. Front and center in the new collection are the Kobe 5 Protro “Year of Mamba,” Kobe VI Protro “Sail” and of course the Kobe 9 Elite High Protro “Masterpiece.” Each model will be remixed and laced with some new and vibrant colors that’s sure to stand out among color ways of the past.
Aside from the standout sneakers, the collection will also feature matching jackets, tees, crew necks, and, of course, sweatpants to round out the entire capsule collection.
“This collection is an introduction to the Year of the Mamba — and, for our younger athletes, a deeper education on Mamba Mentality and the tenacity Kobe brought to the game,” said Bronson Yim, Product Line Manager, Kobe footwear. in a statement. “With this capsule, we’re not extending athletes a year of good luck. We’re not saying, ‘Have a good year.’ We’re challenging athletes to have a tough year, proving to themselves that they can channel Mamba Mentality to unlock their goals.”
The Kobe 5 Protro Year of Mamba will be dropping today (Jan. 9) on Nike.com and select retailers while the The Kobe 9 Elite High Protro “Masterpiece” will release Feb. 8 followed by the The Kobe VI Protro “Sail” on Feb. 13.
Check out the spot for the upcoming Year of the Mamba collection and more detailed photos of the kicks and apparel in the gallery. And let us know if you’ll be trying to cop any of the pieces in the comments section below.
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The year 2025 is shaping up to be one hell of a year for sneaker aficionados across the globe as Nike is bringing back many of their classic Nike and Jordan silhouettes and now we’re getting word that another grail will be joining the fray as the Air Jordan 4 “Cement” is gearing up for a marvelous return.
According to Highsnobiety, the classic Air Jordan 4 colorway has been added to the very long list of classic Nike’s returning in this new year and luckily for us OG sneakerheads, there isn’t much hype behind it… yet. News of the return broke when the Zsneakerheadz account released teaser pics of the upcoming drop and revealed a tentative release date of May 24, 2025. Needless to say sneakerheads were hype as the last time these released it was back in 2016.
Per Highsnobiety:
Yes, nine years since its last retro, the Jordan 4 “White Cement” is back again — and looking wonderfully classic, I’ll add.
Early looks of the model reveal a design that looks almost exactly like the OG pairs, from the crisp white leather uppers to the speckled “cement” details to the Nike Air branding on the heel.
Believe it or not that “Nike Air” brand on the heel instead of the Jumpman logo goes a very long way with sneakerheads. Just sayin.’
Check out pics of the upcoming Air Jordan 4 “Cement” below and let us know if you’ll be looking to pick up a pair or two when they release on May 24th. We’re looking to get at least three pairs.