Jordan Brand introduced the Jordan BCT Low – a training-specific athletic shoe that combined Jordan Brand’s sleek styling with proven architectural design from Nike Training footwear. Here’s a look at the Mid version, aptly named the Jordan BCT Mid; the forefoot strap has been moved up to the ankle, and the upper features a multiple materials like a thin nubuck shell, breathable mesh, and a composite material on the toe and in-step that provides stability and lightweight advantages. Could the Jordan BCT Mid be a good basketball shoe? There’s no reason why it wouldn’t be, as the BCT Mid is an all-purpose athletic shoe that provides comfort and support from all angles. Check out the extra images below and watch for these to hit Jordan Brand retailers this July.

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There haven’t been too terribly many new Nike Basketball releases with Shox cushioning in the past few years, possibly connected with the fact that only two NBA players were spotted rocking them as recently as last season.  But this year was different with a revival of big men wearing the pillar-soled sneakers and preview images revealing that next season will see Shox paired with what figures to be among the league’s most popular models.  The Nike Hypershox 2011 can be succinctly described as the Zoom Hyperdunk 2011 plus Shox in the heel, the futuristic Fuse uppers a worthy match to next generation Air Shox.  This first grey, red and white colorway looks to be one of the first of the model also referred to as (Air) Shox Hyperballer (2011), and though the retail release remains a while off, you can see some detailed images after the jump and grab a few sizes early from Kicks-lab.

Nike Hypershox 2011
Wolf Grey/White-Sport Red
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Arriving at retailers this July is the Jordan SC-2, follow-up to the Jordan SC-1 that debuted last year. The Jordan SC-1 was most recognized for its super-high tongue and the use of the classic Air Jordan III midsole, so is the SC-2 any different? No longer do we see the AJ3 midsole, but an updated version of the Air Jordan IV midsole that we saw in the Jordan Flight 9 (which also debuted last year). Additional details include the unique perforated panel on the upper and the use of elephant print on the heel guard. These three colorways will become available in July at Jordan Brand retailers, so take a look at all three below and let us know what you think.

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Last January, Tinker Hatfield and Tom Luedecke described the luxurious and feral molded leather seen on the upper of the Air Jordan 2011, explaining that the inspiration behind the unique detail was of a ‘warrior’, as seen from the film Avatar. The upcoming trio of the Air Jordan 2011 releases has been dubbed the ‘Warrior’ Pack, a fitting name as the three colorways can be likened to colors painted on the bodies and faces of fierce tribal clansmen. The Black/Neo Lime, Tech Grey/Orion Blue, and Varsity Red/Medium Grey are all set for release on June 4th, with stores like SneakerPolitics taking pre-orders right now for this limited release, so take a look at a new images below and pick up the Neo Lime, Orion Blue, and Varsity Red colorways right now on eBay.

Air Jordan 2011
Black/Neo Lime
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Tech Grey/Black-Orion Blue-Chlorine Blue
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Varsity Red/Wolf Grey-Medium Grey
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06/09/11

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The age of the hybrid continues at the Nike labs, as we get a look at the Nike Huarache Free 2012, set for a Spring 2012 debut. This hybrid sneaker isn’t just a random pairing, but a combination of two of the most revolutionary running designs in their respective eras (think back to the Nike Huarache Free Basketball). The Huarache Runner was built unlike any other running shoe at the time, and the 2004 debut of Nike Free paved an all new direction not only for Nike, but for the running industry as a whole. Four colorways of this best-of-both-worlds creation are set for a release, all of which are detailed below. Continue reading for another look and let us know what you think about this upcoming hybrid shoe, and let us know what other classics would pair well with a Free-grooved outsole. via CK.

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It’s been two years since Eric Koston joined the Nike Skateboarding team, and since then, Koston’s been riding in a number of different Nike SB models like the Blazer CS, Blazer Low, and his Nike SB Dunk Low/High ‘Koston’ that dropped last year. He now has a shoe to call his own, one that is truly distinguished from the rest of the Nike SB line thanks to the LunarLon cushioning. A release event at the Nike Vault also allowed 24 lucky Koston fans to grab the super-limited Nike SB Kobe x Koston Humidor box, a rare set highlighted by the funky Kobe VI x Koston 1 hybrid shoe. But June 4th is the date to circle if you’re been excited about the first Lunar-cushioned skate shoe, so check out Nike SB retailers like Premier on release date to cop your pair, or go ahead and grab the Blue pair early on eBay.

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On July 8th, 2010, LeBron James made a public announcement on ESPN, wearing a red and white checkered shirt and some Nike Toki Mids, to make known his decision – one that would change the NBA horizon for the next decade. What resulted was a public backlash, labeling the player who was once a king as a Judas – a traitorous individual who would forsake his people without looking back. LeBron James has made it clear time and time again that his ‘decision’ was based on professional success, and recently apologized for the way the whole ordeal transpired, but in the end, what matters is that the decision was the right one, because LeBron James is back in the NBA Finals, joining his teammates Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.

The road to the Finals was not an easy one; constantly under the eye of public scrutiny, the Miami Heat were not the record-breaking juggernaut everyone assumed they would be, as they managed to win an impressive yet underwhelming 58 regular season wins, a far cry from the 72 wins set by the Chicago Bulls in the ’95-’96 season. Still, the Miami Heat, who captured the number-2 seed in the Eastern Conference, steamrolled through the Playoffs and won when it truly mattered (up to this point), and a rematch of the 2006 Finals is now set. For this fifth and final game of the ECF, LeBron James debuted an all-new PE colorway of the Nike LeBron 8 PS, a two-toned black and red colorway that matched the Heat’s away uniform. Dwyane Wade wore the ‘Away’ PE of the Jordan Fly Wade, and Mike Miller switched over to the Zoom KD III ‘Blackout’. The 2011 NBA Finals are now set, so check out the Game 5 recap below and stick with Sneaker News for NBA Feet coverage of the Finals. via Yahoo!.

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Simplicity is a concept tough to grasp when creating a Nike Air Force 1 Bespoke, but here’s a look at the latest creation to come out of the 21 Mercer studios – a Nike Air Force 1 Bespoke, designed by Aron Dayar, inspired by the Houston Astros. Simple is key, as the basic black upper is matched with a white swoosh and heeltab, but take a closer look and you’ll see contrasting materials of wool and diamond-embossed leather. The midsole takes on a solid grey with a translucent outsole, and the interior is lined with elephant print for an contrast to the tonal colorway. The slightest hints of orange are seen on the uppermost lace eyelet, the first ‘A’ on the AIR insignia, and a unique tongue, which features nothing more than an orange star stitched on black leather. Check out more of Aron Dayar’s Bespoke below and let us know what you think.

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Before some observers started referring to LeBron James as “the next (or a bigger) Magic Johnson”, the last successor to Earvin’s point forward throne was Anfernee ‘Penny’ Hardaway.  At his peak, Penny was an All-NBA superstar with a signature sneaker line few could match, and he remains one of LeBron James’ heroes.  So it was natural to see the Nike Air Max LeBron VII ‘Heroes Pack’ integrate a nod to Hardaway, though somewhat shocking that this perfectly executed takeoff didn’t release.  Modeled after the Air Penny 1, this AML7 was slated to hit along with the also-nixed Deion Sanders and Michael Jordan-inspired pairs, but their absence means the US size 10.5 currently available from hyperstrike_718 earns some major points for scarcity.  Click through to see some more angles and let us know if you’re gonna place a bid on this auction from hyperstrike_718 on eBay.

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Jason Negron’s last custom project involved a ‘simple’ swap of the outsoles of his two Foamposite shoes. For his next endeavor, he dove in brush in hand on a pair of Air Griffey Max 1s to create his own personal take on the OG colorway of Ken Griffey Jr’s first signature shoe. In what could be called a ‘reverse’ of the soon-to-release Freshwater colorway, Jason applied the vibrant teal pigment on the primary upper panels, using black as an offsetting color on the upper and midsole. White laces match the ’24′ on the strap, swoosh (forefoot and heel), ‘NIKE’ insignia on the medial side of the strap, and on the ‘eyelids’ located above the visible Air windows on the midsole. Do you like these better than the OG colorway? Check out Jason Negron’s completed work after the jump and hit up his Facebook Page or through Packer Shoes to get in touch.

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Sneaker News just gave you a close-up look at the easiest ‘custom’ sneaker you could ever craft, a lace-swap for the Nike Air Foamposite Pro that turns the upcoming Retro colorway into a full-on ‘South Beach’ release.  And while seeing that Miami Vice-style look achieved so easily marks this model as impressively versatile, the question still remains, how will they look on your feet?  You’ll be able to get an idea of the answer thanks to these new on-foot images of the Retro Foamposite Pro, a series of photos that really bring out the blue in this lovely teal colorway.  Click through to see more images and stick with Sneaker News for updates including the US release date.  via AGS

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Ever wanted a sneaker that reminded you of the summer sky?  Been living in a city or near a power transformer?  A pristine afternoon sky with the occasional cloud and a few telephone wires here and there is a simple pleasure not too visually different from the latest Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski.  They’re done in a nice Soft Blue canvas plus a bold black piping that catches your eye just as much as the white Swoosh and vulc sole.  It’s a look that’ll go quite nicely with some fresh khakis, so click on the jump below to see some more angles and grab a pair from Nike SB retailers like Premier or pick them up now on eBay.

Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski
Soft Blue/White
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