Tag: Jordan

The Zion 1: Zion Williamson’s First Signature Sneaker Debuts
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The Zion 1: Zion Williamson’s First Signature Sneaker Debuts

By Dennis VelascoApril 20, 2021

New Orleans Pelicans star, Zion Williamson is finally coming out with his own signature sneaker. Having been a part of Jordan Brand since his NBA journey began last season, Williamson will debut the Zion 1...

Five NBA Players I Wish I Could Have Seen
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Five NBA Players I Wish I Could Have Seen

By Holden VelascoApril 28, 2020

Image Courtesy of Kevork Djansezian/AP For me, my journey through the basketball world has been relatively brief compared to many. Originally, I was an avid baseball fan, never watching basketball until much later on in...

Introducing the Gold Standard: Top 5 Sneakers of 2018
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Introducing the Gold Standard: Top 5 Sneakers of 2018

By Noah GoldowitzDecember 28, 2018

If sneakers are your passion, 2018 was either a fantastic year for your habit or a terrible year; hardcore fans were once again able to own gems from 20+ years ago, and hypebeasts had more...

Piera's Picks: Will the Air Jordan XXX survive the times?
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Piera's Picks: Will the Air Jordan XXX survive the times?

By Piera MonteneroJanuary 18, 2016

The Air Jordan XXX/Courtesy of NIKE, Inc. Today, the revelation of the Air Jordan XXX has taken place and changed from foretelling to fact, and of course, every time a new Jordan releases people debate...

Opinion: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Powder Blue' is 'magnificent shoe'
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Opinion: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Powder Blue' is 'magnificent shoe'

By Sandy DoverOctober 13, 2015

The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG ‘Powder Blue’ is a magnificent shoe. Jordan Brand over the years has had well-known quality issues, often leaving admirers of the footwear brand very disappointed and full of...

Opinion: Air Jordan Militia Green Collection turns also-ran models into retro stars
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Opinion: Air Jordan Militia Green Collection turns also-ran models into retro stars

By Sandy DoverSeptember 27, 2015

All three models of the Air Jordan Militia Green Collection have admirable individual merit in their beauty. The Air Jordan I High The Return is a powerful shoe just based on its historical merits, and...

Former Bearcat hooper reveals 'Shining Star' Air Jordan XX Retro 'Black Cat'
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Former Bearcat hooper reveals 'Shining Star' Air Jordan XX Retro 'Black Cat'

By Sandy DoverJuly 15, 2015

This is basically common knowledge now for Michael Jordan aficionados -- MJ was often called the "Black Cat" amongst his teammates and closest friends in basketball. Of course, complexion and race set aside for a...

Sole Collector takes on 'Best Air Jordans' since 1985 series debut
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Sole Collector takes on 'Best Air Jordans' since 1985 series debut

By Sandy DoverJune 26, 2015

It's no secret that the Air Jordan signature line of shoes is considered the best and most famous series of basketball shoes ever created. It's not even close. Nike and Michael Jordan together changed the...

Commentary: Air Jordan MTM Pack is luxurious, but falls short
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Commentary: Air Jordan MTM Pack is luxurious, but falls short

By Piera MonteneroJune 22, 2015

The price for the Air Jordan MTM Pack is reportedly $700. I am not joking. MTM stands for Michael Jordan, Mark Parker and Tinker Hatfield -- the chief design minds of Brand Jordan -- and...

Commentary: Nike & Jordan Brand N7 Collection shines for a cause
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Commentary: Nike & Jordan Brand N7 Collection shines for a cause

By Sandy DoverJune 03, 2015

As an individual who cares deeply for equal rights and right treatment of all human citizens of the world, I can get behind causes that look out for underrepresented communities. Being an American ethnic minority...