Team Dime originated during Mike Bibby’s days as part of the Vancouver Grizzlies franchise. The story goes likethis: Bibby’s entourage, consisting of his two brother Dana Flores and Hank Bibby as well as his friend Tony Thompson, came up to Vancouver with Mike to help him get acquainted with his new Canadian surroundings. The four walked into the team gym facility, where former teammate Shareef Abdur-Rahim labeled the group ‘Team Bibby’. Flores responded with, “Nah, it’s Team Dime“, and the name just stuck. Of course, Dime refers to Bibby’s #10 jersey that he’s worn all this life, and the TD/10 logo makes not of that. This rare Nike Air Force 1 ‘Team Dime’ Mike Bibby PE is one of the rarer Air Force 1s to have ever released, so take a look at the gallery of images after the jump and check out the auction from abtmchan on eBay.

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If the essence of a lifestyle sneaker is to take classic athletic aesthetics and apply them to a comfy yet wardrobe-friendly design, this is among the lifestyle-est of them all.  The Nike MS78 LE draws heavily upon the Air Pegasus series for its late ’80s-evoking design, with the above pictured pair appearing in one of sneaker culture’s most beloved colorways.  There’s none of the range of greys and browns we’ve seen so frequently of late, with this pair instead opting for a tonal black upper that finds red and white accents on the midsole and ankle.  Check out more shots when you click the jump below and grab a pair today from select Nike Sportswear retailers like Purchaze.

Style: 386156-008
Color: Black/Anthracite-Team Red-Neutral Grey

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Something like the counterpart to the Nike Blazer, the adidas Center is a vintage-style mid-cut basketball shoe from the 80′s that has returned decades later in full force. Arriving in suede materials and leather inner linings, these two new colorways of the adidas Center feature white three-stripes and midsoles completing the classic appeal – the toe construction is in fact copied from the adidas Gazelle. A bright grass green with a black lining and a black colorway with an electric green lining just arrived at Schuh-You so take a look at both colorways after the jump and let us know what you think.

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Buffalo plaid was the signature streetwear look emerging in winter 2007 and subsiding as more intricate and western plaids started to dominate last year.  With this shift in weaves, it’s only natural for the Woolrich x Converse collection to move away from the checkered look and into something that’s nearly all-black (everything).  The Woolrich x Converse Jack Purcell LTT Ox is pictured above in its simplest edition yet: a black wool upper with a white sole.  But to suggest that these are just a thoughtless mashup would be to ignore the unique black stripe that circumnavigates the sole and gives these an almost wingtip feel.  Check out more shots after the jump and grab a pair from Chicago sneaker spot St. Alfred.

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Think of a black-to-white color scheme; is there anything beyond white? Perhaps “clear” (if that was a color)? The one way to capture someone lighter than white is the translucent sole, which has been slapped on the bottom of this pair of Air Max 95s. Translucent soles are a rarity for the AM95 – perhaps some of you can remember the circa 2000-2001 Air Max 95s in the trademark gradient colorways but with leather materials and translucent bottoms. Sneaker News first showed you this colorway about a month ago and as expected, the response was more than positive. Don’t sleep on this perfectly color-blocked pair of 95s because these just hit Nike Sportswear retailers like EXIT-36, but you can get a pair on eBay.

Style: 609048-036
Color: Neutral Grey/Clear-Medium Grey-Cool Grey-Dark Charcoal

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Mike Bibby has been on of the more recognizable Jordan Brand endorses over the last decade. The certified sneakerhead has been balling in heat for a long time – particularly in Air Jordan Lows like this Player Exclusive colorway of the Air Jordan XIV Low. The white, black, and royal purple colorway is an obvious connection with his time with the Sacramento Kings, with ‘TD’ on the tongue representing his entourage ‘Team Dime’. The all-white shoe features purple accents on the heel and Jumpman at the base of the lacing with silver trim on the midsole and other branding on the upper. This deadstock pair of Bibby’s PEs is quite rare so check out the gallery of images after the jump and check out the auction from abtmchan on eBay.

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As a member of the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels and Charlotte Hornets, Larry Johnson was a beast on the court. A physical power forward with an emphasis on the “power,” LJ took the NBA by storm and was regularly drawing comparisons to a young Charles Barkley. Early into his career with the Hornets, Larry suffered a back injury that would plague him for the rest of his career. While he was never able to recapture the aggressive power game he was well known for early on, Larry wasn’t about to go out without a fight. He reinvented himself on the court, focusing more on his outside shot and all-around game. By the time he was a New York Knick, LJ had developed quite a nice jumper and was able to put in some solid years in NY thanks to his veteran craftiness and ability to adapt to a new style of play.

In fact, the highlight of his career came in those later days with the Knicks, as Larry buried the Pacers in the 1999 Eastern Conference Finals with what has affectionately come to be known as “The 4-Point Play.” Last week, Sneaker News had the pleasure of sitting down with Larry Johnson at the Packer Shoes x Fila FX-100 ’4-Point Play Pack’ release event in Teaneck, New Jersey. Larry was incredibly friendly and eager to talk shop on everything from the FX-100 re-launch, to the 4-point play, to his time at UNLV, and of course, you know we had to ask him some sneaker questions as well. Keep reading for the full interview with LJ and some more pics from the event. And if you’re still looking for a pair of the Packer x Fila FX-100′s, get over to Packer Shoes before they’re all gone.

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The Mailman delivers. The Reignman will throw down on you all day. The Glove will lock you down. The 90′s featured some of the greatest and most memorable NBA nicknames (anyone remember Upper Deck’s ‘Famous Nicknames’ insert from ’93-’94?), immortalizing the elite players as superhuman beings on the court. Oklahoma City Thunder point-guard Russell Westbrook recently picked up the moniker ‘Why Not?’ during a snap interview, and although the name apparently came out of nowhere, it seems fitting for the high-flying speedster. Take that three? Why not. No-look pass to the Durantula? Why not. Attempt a dunk from two steps in front of the free-throw line over Pau Gasol during the Playoffs? WHY THE HELL NOT.

Westbrook surely fits the mold of the do-it-all point guard like Jason Kidd because he can score, dish, and ‘bound with the best of ‘em, and Mr. Why Not should do so while wearing this Nike Zoom Hyperfuse PE, featuring his brand new Why Not? PE logo on the ankle collar of the shoe on a colorway matching the OKC Thunder blue and orange.. Take a look at the detailed gallery after the jump and let us know what you think of Russell’s new nickname, and check out the video interview in which he creates his new alter ego!

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Converse Skate division is ready with its Holiday 2010 Delivery, and once again, it’ll be hard to say no to the classic silhouettes and great materials. A CONS CTS Black Perf will arrive in a low-cut version as will a brown colorway of Anthony Pappalardo’s pro model. A tonal-brown suede rendition of the Trapasso Mid will be available as will a CTS Chukka in a bright blue suede. Check out the rest of the CONS Skate Holiday 2010 Footwear collection and expect these to hit Converse Skate retailers in November. via HS.

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A number of notable stars on television and the gridiron joined Foot Locker at the Foot Locker ‘On Our Feet’ Charity Event, which benefitted the UNCF. New York football stars Darrelle Revis, Ramses Barden, Keith Bulluck, former Jet Curtis Martin, former Duke standout Jay Williams, Man vs. Food’s Adam Richman, and Gossip Girl’s Chace Crawford were dressed in crisp suits but each wore a pair of sleek kicks to the event. Both Revis (who tackles WRs) and Richman (who tackles three-foot-long burritos) rocked some nice Air Force 1s while Giants WR Ramses Barden wore the lifestyle-friendly Jordan Phly Legend. Other notable feet included Keith Bulluck’s Y-3 Kazuhiri. Take a look at the stars and their kicks after the jump and let us know which celeb had the best fit.

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It’s common to see college kids ‘clean’ themselves up as they finish school and prepare to enter the workforce.  Judging by the colorway and blocking pattern on this new Nike Air Max 90, it’s almost like at age 20, the AM90 decided to start dressing more conservatively in an effort to get itself into a more mature mindset.  Anthropomorphization aside, these new Nineties are about as low-key as it gets and with a black nubuck upper that adds select white hits, these kids-sized joints will help get your little sneakerheads in line with the dominant trends in today’s streetwear/sneaker scene.  Check out more shots of the latest Air Max 90 GS after the jump and stick with Sneaker News for updates on their release.  via Dunk

Style: 317942-004
Color: Black/White

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LeBron James certainly had his fair share of moments in 2010, from the infamous one-hour special to the recent appearance at the release of the his first Miami-inspired Nike LeBron shoe. LeBron James has surpassed pro-athlete superstar status and has managed to be a prominent figure in pop culture due to his friendship with Jay-Z and and his out-and-about nature. Bron has been spotted in some notable kicks during those moments – like the Nike Toki he wore during his one-hour decision special or when he was spotted with Space Jams during the Redskins/Cowboys game at the beginning of this NFL Season. Continue reading for a look at some of his sneaker moments and head to Complex for the full feature.

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