Nike's 'Makers of the Game' Collection Bridges Past and Future

Nike's 'Makers of the Game' All-Star Sneaker Collection releases Feb. 15, 2018.

Feb 08, 2018
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Nike Makers of the Game
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Impactful individuals from various backgrounds and eras shape the current landscape of footwear, and Nike is bringing these boundary-pushers together for All-Star Weekend. "Makers of the Game" is a collection of footwear that celebrates those who are revolutionizing sport, industry, and culture, with an emphasis on ties to the game of basketball. Check out a breakdown of each model in the collection below.

The "Makers of the Game" sneakers will start rolling out at nike.com and select retailers beginning Thursday, Feb. 15.

Undefeated x Nike Kobe Protro

Undefeated x Nike Kobe Protro
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Following the official unveiling of the Zoom Kobe 1 Protro, Nike announces a collaborative effort with Undefeated. Reimagined for Los Angeles, the retailer opted to construct Kobe's 81-point sneaker in camouflage-printed ballistic mesh.

Kith x Nike LeBron 15

Kith x Nike LeBron 15
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The Kith x Nike LeBron 15 story continues with Chapter 2, which sees the All-Star captain's latest signature model served up with a floral-embroidered upper. A gold zipper helps drive home the "Long Live the King" narrative.

Nike KD 10 'ASW'

Nike KD 10 All Star
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The All-Star edition of Kevin Durant's 10th signature model takes inspiration from the Santa Monica Pier. It's multi-color upper replicates the colors seen there at sunset.

Nike Kyrie 4 'ASW'

Nike Kyrie 4 All Star
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As seen previously, the All-Star Kyrie 4 features a black tie-dye print upper. Additional details include a blue sole representitive of the ocean, and a pink insole graphic as tribute to a well-known local sign in Venice at the intersection of Pacific and Windward Avenues.

Nike PG2 'ASW'

Nike PG2 All Star
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Injury-replacement Paul George gets an All-Star colorway inspired by his hometown of Palmdale. The shoe's grey upper represents the desert and dust of the inland city, while orange detailing pays homage to the city's sunsets.

90/10 Pack

Nike AF1 Low 90/10 Pack
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Nike Vandal 90/10 Pack

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Nike SF AF1 High 90/10 Pack

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Nike Air More Money 90/10 Pack

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Nike Air Hurache 90/10 Pack

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Self-customization is the concept behind Nike Sportswear's "90/10" Collection, five silhouettes primarily styled in white, allowing the wearer to add a personalized touch to the final design. In theory, 90 percent of the design is completed, with 10 percent left to the imagination. The lineup includes the SF Air Force 1, Air More Money, Vandal Hi Supreme, Air Force 1 Low and Huarache.

Nikelab x RT Air Force 1 'Victorious Minotaurs'

Nike RT AF1 Victorious Minotaurs
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Nike RT AF1 Victorious Minotaurs

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Riccardo Tisci is back with an all-new collection of footwear and apparel inspired by the Victorious Minotaurs, a fictional basketball team that explores good versus evil and celebrates camaraderie in sport. NikeLab and Tisci are delivering apparel, accessories and footwear, including new Air Force 1s.

Nike Air Zoom Generation 'Wheat'

Nike Air Zoom Generation Wheat
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The LeBron 15 isn't the only signature model of James to be featured in this series—his first ever All-Star Weekend sneaker is making its long-awaited return to retail. The "Wheat" Air Zoom Generation debuted in 2003 and is back on the scene for the first time 15 years later.

Nike Air Foamposite One XX QS

Nike Air Foamposite One XX QS
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During All-Star Weekend in 2011, the Air Foamposite One hit its apex with the launch of the "Galaxy" colorway, which caused in-store riots across the country and quickly became one of the most sought after sneakers in the hobby. This year, Nike Sportswear reintroduces the "Big Bang" version, previously an unreleased sample spotted on the feet of Gentry Humphry.

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