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The slate of releases this week is a result of the multiple delays that have taken place in recent months with the latest LeBron retro, a brand new Dunk Low colorway, and a reptilian Air Jordan III among some of the more intriguing options.
Drops kick off on Tuesday with the "Graffiti" LeBron 17 followed up by the "White Tiger" Air Force 1 and "Champ Colors" Dunk Low on Wednesday. Thursday sees the arrival of the "Animal Instincts 2.0" Air Jordan III, "All Terrain" Bodega x New Balance X-Racer, and Reebok Kamikaze II to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Nike's busy week continues on Friday with the "MVP" LeBron VII, "Orange Duck Camo" Air Max 90, and "Tie-Dye" Women's Air Jordan I. Releases conclude on Saturday with the Sean Wotherspoon x Atmos x Asics Gel-Lyte III and "Gym Red" Air Jordan XI Low.
Check out a detailed look at all of these pairs below.
Nike LeBron 17 'Graffiti'
Price: $225
When: Tuesday, June 23 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest LeBron 17 colorway is inspired by one of the most limited (and coveted) pairs from LeBron's extensive signature line, the "Graffiti" LeBron 4 from 2006. The pair mimics the look of the original almost identically with elements like a black nubuck ankle strap and graffiti-covered midsole. The main difference is the replacement of a Foamposite upper with knit to give the design a more modern look and feel.
Nike Air Force 1 'White Tiger'
Price: $130
When: Wednesday, June 24 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Similar to the Air Presto that released in recent weeks, this Air Force 1 is also inspired by the South Korea international soccer team's kits. A white leather upper has been accented by a white tiger print Swoosh, tiger face on the tongue, and a logo inspired by the South Korean flag on the heel.
Nike Dunk Low 'Champ Colors'
Price: $100
When: Wednesday, June 24 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Acting as an updated take on the classic "Be True to Your School" pack of Nike Dunks that debuted in 1985, Nike will release the aptly-named "Champ Colors" Dunk Low this Wednesday. The pair is meant to represent the 2019 NCAA Men's College Basketball National Champions, the University of Virginia Cavaliers.
Air Jordan III 'Animal Instincts 2.0'
Price: $250
When: Thursday, June 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: After its original release date had been pushed back, the "Animal Instincts 2.0" Air Jordan III is slated to hit retailers later this week. On the second edition of the wildlife-themed Air Jordan IIIs, big cat prints have been swapped in favor of reptile-inspired leathers like alligator and snake. Bright red, yellow, and green details provide a pop of color to the otherwise muted upper.
Bodega x New Balance X-Racer 'All Terrain'
Price: $140
When: Thursday, June 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: bdgastore.com
What You Need to Know: Bodega's latest collab is a New Balance ready for the trails. The "All Terrain" X-Racer is dressed in an earth-toned nylon and suede upper with bright hits of pink, teal, and purple providing a pops of color that add to its '90s feel. Brown "N" logos on each lateral side panel are constructed of nylon, while the medial portion opts for a more traditional "N" logo stamp in pink. Rope laces and a rugged sole complete the trail runner. The Boston-based boutique will be releasing a matching set of apparel as well for anyone trying to hike in the full fit this summer.
Reebok Kamikaze II
Price: $130
When: Thursday, June 25
Where: reebok.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Reebok is celebrating the 25th anniversary of this popular '90s basketball sneaker with a return of its OG colorway. Shawn Kemp's Kamikaze II is set to release on Thursday morning in a classic black suede and white leather color scheme.
Nike Air Max 90 'Orange Duck Camo'
Price: $140
When: Friday, June 26 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike continues its 30th anniversary celebration of the Air Max 90 with another "Duck Camo" colorway. This time, the upper sports a bright orange mesh, black branding, and tonal duck camo overlays.
Women's Air Jordan I 'Tie-Dye'
Price: $170
When: Friday, June 26 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jordan Brand dresses the Air Jordan I in an eye-catching print for this latest women's release. Staying on trend, the pair is covered in blue and teal tie-dye overlays to accent a more traditional white and black leather upper.
Nike LeBron VII 'MVP'
Price: $200
When: Friday, June 26 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest LeBron VII getting the retro treatment is sure to be a welcomed release by LeBron fans. The "MVP" colorway debuted in celebration of LeBron's back-to-back MVP honors as a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2010. Standout elements include the grey fleece used on each side panel in place of the usual Flywire construction, chenille Swoosh, and gold-speckled midsole that all add a premium feel to the celebratory, varsity jacket-inspired pair.
Sean Wotherspoon x Atmos x Asics Gel-Lyte III
Price: ¥17,500 (app. $164)
When: Saturday, June 27
Where: atmos-tokyo.com
What You Need to Know: After plenty of teasers, Sean Wotherspoon's latest sneaker collaboration is releasing this weekend in partnership with Atmos and Asics. The Gel-Lyte III has been dressed in multi-colored corduroy that immediately will remind sneakerheads of the Round Two co-founder's coveted Nike Air Max 1/97 collab from 2018. The mismatched design will also come packaged with multiple Asics logos that can be swapped to customize the pair to the wearer's desired colors.
Air Jordan XI Low 'Gym Red'
Price: $185
When: Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following an initial delay, the latest colorway of the Air Jordan XI Low arrives on Saturday morning. The pair fuses the black patent leather mudguard of the "Concord" XI with the red outsole of the "Playoff" colorway. The signature ballistic mesh of the XI Mids has also been replaced by leather on this low version.
