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2014 Foot Locker X SLAM Draft Suite Recap
Jun 27th
On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, Foot Locker and SLAM Magazine teamed up for the third annual Foot Locker X SLAM Draft Suite to welcome incoming NBA rookies to New York City and help get them prepped for their big day – the Draft! This year’s Suite was an unbelievable success as we welcomed 19 incoming rookies and one current NBA player who just couldn’t help but come back for a second year – thanks Mason Plumlee! Below you’ll find some of the interviews we conducted over the past two days, but you can find the complete set of interviews here and watch the guys talk about their kicks and hoops histories, as well as a new rapid fire interview we added for each guy this year.
Jabari Parker – Duke
Andrew Wiggins – Kansas
Aaron Gordon – Arizona
Noah Vonleh – Indiana
Shabazz Napier – UConn
Nike Air Max 1 Pure Platinum/Gold
Jun 27th
The Nike Air Max 1 revolutionized footwear with Tinker Hatfield’s idea to open up the midsole to inquiring minds who wanted to see what the inner workings of the sneaker were. A simple concept: the same tactic of inserting “Air” into the Tailwind runner as early as 1978, however, it would be another decade before Nike unleashed the true potential of air. That first release of the Air Max 1 launched a franchise that is still going strong close to 30 years later.
With this release of the Air Max 1, arriving in Pure Platinum and Gold, we see a varied take on the clean silhouette. The upper is fully draped in a clean Pure Platinum while the Swoosh arrives in Gold to provide that pop. The white midsole provides subtle contrast with color up top. To top it all off, the visible air unit sits in the heel.
Available in select stores and online Friday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Black White’
Jun 26th
The all-new colorway of the Nike Air Foamposite One is black, white and game royal. Hinting back to the glory days of the Orlando Magic along with Penny Hardaway, the sneaker features a black-based Foamposite upper paired with white leather and game royal accents. Details include several 1Cent logos throughout the shoe, a small Nike Swoosh logo at the toe, and a checkerboard carbon fiber shank plate. Cleanly capped off by an icy blue translucent outsole, this version of the Foamposite is very clean in comparison to the wild graphic patterns the shoe has seen in the past.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike KD VII “July 4th”
Jun 26th
The KD VII has arrived! Kevin Durant’s highly anticipated spartyh signature shoe is finally here and in the spirit of the season, the first colorway to be released is inspired by Independence Day. KD’s love for July 4th with its fireworks, or “man-made lightning,” inspired this this red, white and blue color way featuring festive graphics on the tongue lining and Swoosh.
Kevin Durant’s seventh signature shoe goes back to a mid-level cut from the lower VI model.
The VII uses seamless forefoot mesh, dynamic Nike Flywire technology and encapsulated Nike Zoom in the front of the shoe and for the first time features Hyperposite technology.
The Nike KD VII “July 4th” drops Thursday, June 26th at Foot Locker, House of Hoops by Foot Locker and Footlocker.com (starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT) for $ 150. Check the Launch Locator to see which stores will have this release.
Anwar Carrots X PUMA Suedes
Jun 25th
No one can argue that the PUMA Suede is one of the more classic shoes in the sneaker game. Clean and simple, the Suede can be work with anything and at any time of year. As such, the Suede is getting a makeover by co-founder of Peas & Carrots International, Anwar Carrots. Much like what the Suedes stand for, Anwar’s influence on the two brand new colorways that he collaborated with PUMA on are subtle and powerful. Both of the brand new drops have gum soles and include the Anwar Carrots’ logo on the sock liner, the tongue, and the heel. The two colorways are opposite of each other – one black and one grey with each featuring opposite orange and turquoise accents.
You can pick up your pair of Anwar Carrots X PUMA Suedes at the PUMA Lab Powered by Foot Locker stores across the U.S. starting Wednesday, June 25th for $ 65.
Nike CJ Trainer 2 ‘Visor’
Jun 25th
The Nike CJ Trainer 2 ‘Visor’ comes complete with the Megatron-looking logo, which follows suit for a majority of Calvin Johnson’s signature shoes. Fittingly, the colorway is gives off that classic overall feeling of toughness in white, black and true red. The model’s breathable mesh construction and synthetic leather overlay gives contrast between the use of black and white on its upper. The color red highlights the shoe’s performance features in the heel and forefoot.
Available in stores and online Friday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
VIDEO: “Life Changes After the Draft” featuring Dante Exum
Jun 24th
Getting drafted into the NBA is the ultimate life-changing moment for a basketball player. For Austrialian draft prospect Dante Exum that moment arrives this Thursday. Until then though, he’s still an unknown just like the rest of us. Watch our new adidas “Life Changes After The Draft” spots airing this week, and let us know what video you like best in the comments!
“Autograph”
“Fan Mail”
“Paparazzi”
“Neighbor”
“Reservation”
Nike Air Foamposite One “Black/White” Release Details
Jun 23rd
Inspired by the man who first popularized the sneaker, the new Nike Air Foamposite One is suited in a formal colorway this time around. A black Posite upper has been complimented with premium white leather and a translucent ice outsole. Checkerboard detailing is found on the carbon fiber shank for midfoot support and an additional touch of ‘90s styling. If you’re interested in copping a pair this weekend, check out our release details below.
RELEASE DETAILS
In partnership with mall management, SELECT Foot Locker and House of Hoops by Foot Locker stores will implement a sweepstakes ticket procedure* in order to purchase the Nike Air Foamposite One “Black/White” (on sale 6/28/14 for $ 230). The sweepstakes tickets will be given out Wednesday, June 25th and Thursday, June 26th. If your ticket number is selected, you will be notified by phone on Friday, June 27th. These procedures are for SELECT STORES only. To find out which store near you will carry the shoe and if that store will implement the sweepstakes ticket procedure, please visit the Foot Locker Launch Locator. Kids grade school sizes will also be available.
ONLINE DETAILS
This release will be available in men’s and kids grade school sizes this Saturday, June 28th on Footlocker.com starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT.
*Our customers are our priority and we encourage everyone to follow the procedure outlined above in an orderly and safe manner. We thank you in advance.
Nike Kobe 9 “Influence” Release Details
Jun 23rd
Inspired by the wild designs of the Pop Art movement, the Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Influence” features one of the signature shoe’s boldest colorways ever. The outside of the upper is a bright Sport Turquoise that contrasts with the Total Orange inside upper and laces. The Volt high-top ankle adds extra an extra burst of color. If you’re interested in copping a pair this weekend, please read our release details below.
RELEASE DETAILS
In partnership with mall management, SELECT Foot Locker and House of Hoops by Foot Locker stores will implement a sweepstakes ticket procedure* in order to purchase the Nike Kobe 9 “Influence” (on sale 6/21/14 for $ 225). The sweepstakes tickets will be given out Wednesday, June 18th and Thursday, June 19th. If your ticket number is selected, you will be notified by phone on Friday, June 20th. These procedures are for SELECT STORES only. To find out which store near you will carry the shoe and if that store will implement the sweepstakes ticket procedure, please visit the Foot Locker Launch Locator.
*Our customers are our priority and we encourage everyone to follow the procedure outlined above in an orderly and safe manner. We thank you in advance.
Nike Kobe 9 “Game Royal”
Jun 22nd
It’s widely known that Kobe Bryant has an affinity for “futbul,” or soccer as we call it here in the states. As the soccer world descends upon Brazil this month for the World Cup, it’s fitting that his latest Kobe 9 drop this weekend draws its inspiration from the wild cacophony of South American street art. The newest Kobe 9 Low features features a combination of Game Royal, white and Venom Green along with an engineered mesh texture for breathability. The array of patterns showcased on the upper mix and match to give this shoe a distinct, dynamic look. Pick up a pair starting this Thursday, June 19th at Foot Locker, House of Hoops by Foot Locker and Footlocker.com (starting at 8am EDT) for $ 160. Check the Launch Locator to see which stores will have this release.
