What the Hell Happened in Sneakers This Week?

This week on Complex Sneakers, we witnessed Kanye sign a pair of fake Yeezys, heard his new song for adidas, and previewed the possible Nike LeBron 12.

May 25, 2014
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It's Memorial Day weekend, the final Sunday in May, and it's time for our weekly recap of What the Hell Happened in Complex Sneakers This Week. Looking back on another exciting seven days of kicks, we found exactly how Kanye would react if we was given a pair of fake Yeezys to autograph. Also, Kanye and adidas and adidas released a new track which is featured in adidas' latest soccer campaign, "The Dream." In Nike news, they're also focused on the soccer tip and with the World Cup just a few short weeks away, the Swoosh is releasing the "Gold Trophy" Pack which will be a sure fire hit with the sneaker and soccer communities. Also, in one of the bigger stories of the week, we may have gotten our first glimpse of next season's LeBron 12 which sports a teal upper and crazy new outsole. From a current great to a former NBA star, we took a look back at Tracy McGrady's finest hardwood moments and the sneakers he rocked during those games. Last, but not least, with prom season in full swing, we drop some friendly advice as to why you shouldn't wear sneakers to your big night. Check out the rest of What the Hell Happened in Sneakers This Week right now.

Nike Sportswear Awards Sneakerheads With the "Gold Trophy" Pack

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With the World Cup fast approaching, Nike is releasing the "Gold Trophy" Pack to commemorate the global sporting event. Check out the entire collection at the link below.

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1 of 1: The Sneakers Worn During Tracy McGrady's 11 Best Performances

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If Tracy McGrady stayed healthy his entire career, we would probably be referring to him as one of the game's all-time greats. Unfortunately, reality was a little different but T-Mac did get his shine on more than a handful of times. We looked back at the sneakers he rocked during his 11 best performances.


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Listen to Kanye West's New Song For adidas' "The Dream" Campaign

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Kanye West and adidas finally released their first official projects and its in the form of a song for adidas' soccer campaign, "The Dream." Watch the video at the link below.

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Proof That Nas Really Was an O.G. Nikehead

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He was indeed a Nike head. He might've had chains that excited the feds. Nas is indeed an OG in the game.

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Is This the Nike LeBron 12?

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Could this really be the Nike LeBron 12? Check the images out and come to your own conclusion.

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15 Non-Athletes That Deserve a Signature Sneaker

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From rappers to our own President, actors to a style icon, we look at several individuals that should have their own sneaker.

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10 Pro Skaters Talk About Their Personal Sneaker Habits

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Some of pro skating's most recognizable names chime in to share their approach to sneakers and their personal insight on footwear.

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Forbes Doesn't Think Sneakerheads Are Important

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Forbes and footwear analysis Matt Powell discuss the impact of sneakerheads on the industry and the results may surprise you.

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Dear Hypebeasts, Stop Wearing Sneakers to Prom

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It's prom season around the country and our own Matt Welty shares why kids need to stop wearing sneakers to their special event.

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This Is What Happens If You Give Kanye Fake "Red Octobers" to Sign

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Kanye was recently asked by a fan to sign a pair of Nike Air Yeezy 2 "Red Octobers" which, unbeknownst to the fan, turned out to be fake. Peep Kanye's reaction and what went down at the link below.

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