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Fresh off the heels of Kobe Bryant’s fifth NBA Championship is this new colorway of the Nike Zoom Kobe V (5) in Comet Red, White, and Del Sol. In a seemingly China-inspired colorway, this colorway of the Zoom Kobe V could be worn by the Chinese National Team during the FIBA World Championships or the World Basketball Festival that is set to go down in mid-August. The colorway is also nearly identical to the Nike Hyperdunk 2010 seen on Yi ianlian’s feet during the Nike Fall 2010 Basketball Showcase, so the China connection is even more logical. Check out this new colorway after the jump and stick to Sneaker News for more info. via Marqueesole.
Style: 395780-600
Color: Comet Red/White-Del Sol
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After 105 grueling games, the Los Angeles Lakers once again hoisted the NBA Championship trophy above their heads, celebrating a deserving reward after a hard-fought journey. In what might’ve been the most competitive and gut-wrenching NBA Finals since the Knicks/Rockets series in ’94, the Lakers and Celtics took the scenic route by going the complete seven games and bringing the finale down to the wire. It wasn’t a pretty affair; Kobe’s FG% wouldn’t have been better off as a batting average, the team’s free-throw shooting appeared to be a haunting of Shaquille O’neal, and at times, the offense looked less LA Lakers and more LA Sparks. But by the game clock ticked down to zero, Kobe fist-pumped and kissed his daughters, Ron Artest thanked his psychiatrist, and Derek Fisher cried tears of joy (again). The Zen-master Phil Jackson looked cool, calm, and collected, apparently desensitized by the first ten he’s already amassed.
But the NBA Finals is truly the Big Stage for Kobe Bryant – it’s where he shines his brightest and leads his team to victory even when his shooting is not up to par. Kobe, in the Nike Zoom Kobe V Big Stage, grabbed 15 boards and dictated the offense by drawing double teams and making the proper outlet passes, making an impact in other facets of the game. Derek Fisher hit a clutch three, Pau Gasol was all over the boards, and Ron Artest’s reputation as a defensive stalwart showed itself once again. The Boston effort can’t be overlooked; the Celtics were up for most of the game thanks to Kevin Garnett’s solid play and Rasheed Wallace’s low-post performance. Rajon Rondo and his bright-green Nike Hyperfuse PE covered the entire floor, although Ray Allen and the new colorway of his Air Jordan Icons PE was somewhat of a no-show.
Sneaker News’ ongoing coverage of NBA Feet now comes to an end for this season, but be sure to check back as we review the best kicks seen on the NBA hardwood from the 2009-2010 campaign. Continue on for a full gallery of Game 7 of the NBA Finals and let us know if this was one of the best Game 7s you’ve seen. via Yahoo!.
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The Nike Air Pippen II re-released some time ago but a “new” colorway is about to hit us soon. That’s right: Varsity Purple, or better recognized by the Eggplant nickname, has now pervaded Scottie Pippen territory, as a Nike Air Pippen II Eggplant colorway is set to release with a rumored limited release. A Foamposite upper doesn’t seem likely, but instead a synthetic material with a Foamposite feel – much like that of the Eggplant Big Nike High or the Nike Blazer inspired by the Nike Air Foamposite line. The Pippen II was a popular shoe with a simple design and jeweled swoosh, and this new colorway should definitely have retro-basketball heads talking again. Check out the extra images after the jump and let us know what you think. via heizhushoes.
Style: 312545-500
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The Nike Zoom Uptempo V didn’t change physically but the name sure has; once called the Nike Zoom Flight V, the Zoom Uptempo V returns in this dazzling colorway fit for outer space. A metallic silver upper with a white trim and Chrome pod make up the shoe which surely can’t go by unnoticed. Jason Kidd wore these in the 90′s and he can break this new pair out – so long as the Mavericks bring back those hideous shiny silver alternate uniforms they revealed for the ’03-’04 season. Check out the details after the jump and pick up a pair over at Kinetics.
Style: 366570-002
Color: Metallic Silver/White-Chrome
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It looks like the ‘Photo Blue’ Nike Zoom Kobe V has undergone another transformation. It showed up back in March and the initial samples showed a monochromatic blue upper with extra texture thanks to the embedded Flywire strands. About a month later, Foot Locker reported a July 2010 release date and showed us that the ‘overlay’ sections had added a pebbled texture similar to the surface of a basketball. Well now they’ve come full circle, and the Photo Blue ZKV is back to an even finish for its upper. No matter the shading, these are Kind of Blue, which explains why they’re called ‘the Miles Davises’ . Let us know which version you think is best, and cop the Miles Davis Zoom Kobe Vs a couple weeks early from JBseller on eBay.
Style: 386429-400
Color: Photo Blue/White-Black
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With sneaker collections, it’s not always about what you have and how many you have, but how you show it off. The last two collections we showed you – Bossing and 23BB – displayed two opposite spectrums of the collections storage methods. Bossing had great wall displays and glass housings while 23BB kept his simple by storing his kicks in their respective boxes against the wall. No disrespect to either of ‘em, but this latest collection by Ryan of the Philippines might have both of them beat – from a display standpoint. Ryan has all of his Air Jordan displayed in boutique-like wall units with back-lit walls and ceiling-mounted lighting, but he keeps this modern display down to Earth by packing each of his beloved pairs in trusty Zip-log bags. Three heat-filled collections, three different methods of storage. It’s a matter of preference for each sneakerhead, but its clear Ryan prefers the flashier things. Continue reading for a complete look at this collection and you tell us which collection comes out on top in a battle royale between Bossing, 23BB, and Ryan. via yourdailydoseofmarc.
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During a decade in which seven-footers and a man named Michael ruled the realm, Gary Payton helped transform a Northwestern team from young talented squad to Western Conference Champions in a remarkably short span. Equipped with a defensive skill-set matched only by the rigor of his trash-talking mouth, Gary Payton led the then Seattle Sonics to the ‘96 NBA Finals and duked it out with Michael Jordan and the 72-10 Bulls for six games. Payton was amidst the peak of his career – a peak longer than most NBA players – and remained one of the best point guards in the league for another seven seasons since that ’96 Finals appearance. In 1998, Gary Payton was finally appointed his own signature line with Nike and a year later, the Nike Air Zoom GP was unveiled. Continue on to Sneaker News HD for a high-def gallery as well as a brief overview of this classic.
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Vin Baker’s Jumpman Pro Strong just got a retro release, and here’s a look at another Jordan Brand sneaker from one of their OG endorsement team. After his signatures from the late ’90s, Eddie Jones rocked several different Air Jordan franchise models, including this Air Jordan XIV PE from his time as a Memphis Grizzly. These are the ‘stitched’ style AJXIVs, with lines of perforations running parallel to monochromatic stitching on the white leather side panels. ‘EJ’ embroidery on the inner ankle lets you know these are legit NBA PEs from a time when you couldn’t get them at, say, House of Hoops. A dope look for any Air Jordan completist, these are available slightly used in EJ’s size 13 from sole_supreme on eBay.
Style: JBM311 M39 C1
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Fifteen years ago, Hideo Nomo opened the floodgates as the first Japanese-born full-time Major League Baseball player. Nomo’s appeal was well rounded, from his connections to the Pacific rim to a one-of-a-kind windup, so it’s no surprise Nike noticed this and signed him. Here’s the Nike Air Max NM Nomo that was released the year after Hideo won the NL Rookie of the Year in 1995. If the sole looks familiar, that’s cos it’s the same one that also released under the Air Griffey Max 1 in ’96. Two colorways will release during the Spring 2011 season, with Pro Blue and Varsity Red uppers both accented by black ‘teeth’ at the top and bottom. Check out more shots after the jump and stick with Sneaker News for updates on this upcoming retro release. via Osneaker
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The latest entry in Vans’ California Collection is another Off the Wall classic. The Vans Era is a staple in any robust skate-inspired wardrobe, and these two new pairs are among the nicest to ever hit retail. Both of them are done in monochromatic leather with perforations on the side panels, just like the California Sk8-His we previewed earlier this month. They also have gold accents including embroidery and metallic eyelets, so click the jump below for more images and stick with Sneaker News for updates on these Fall 2010 releases. via Sneakers.FR
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