Paul Pierce is an NBA Finals MVP and has emerged into one of the games premier clutch performers, but he’s still not in that Kobe-LeBron conversation.  The 8-time All Star and all around tough dude (11 stabbing wounds but 0 missed games in 2000!?) has been vaulted into elite company, joining LBJ and Kobe with his own Nike Air Force 1 in GS sizes.  These go with a green, white and black palette reminiscent of the Cs’ alternate jerseys, adding the ‘P2′ logo on the rear quarter panel.  They’ll be available for your little sneakerheads soon.

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We all know who leads in rings, but LeBron James has more ‘Force’ with Nike than Kobe Bryant in some ways.  Namely, both have recently seen a Nike Air Force 1 released in GS sizes with their Beaverton-born logos prominently on display, but the SVSM Air Force 25 Mid put LBJ out in front.  Then again each has AF25 Lows coming up soon after the turn of the year, and peep this sales sample with the Kobe triad shield looped over the tongue.  White and black with purple accents looks great and might be the best design we’ve seen to highlight the positives of the midsole shape.  Maybe this one can revive the Air Force 25, but as for now just chck out more photos and keep it locked to Sneaker News for updates on all Kobe kicks.  via FC.T

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If you’re here looking for the latest info on upcoming sneakers, you’re in the right place.  Let’s take a look at just a small sampling of the huge spread Nike Sportswear has in store for Spring 2010.  Pictured above is the Nike Air Classic BW in the increasingly-popular pairing of dark navy and black that pretty much signals an end to that old rule, as least as far as streetwear is concerned.  The contradindicated colourway isn’t the key feature, though, as these prominently display Nike’s new lightweight Torch material on the toe and side panels. 

The BW is joined by an Air Structure Triax 91 we got a glimpse of in September that loans its pink hits to a ravey-looking Lunar Mariah.  Last but certainly not least is a new look at the upcoming Futura x Nike Air Force 1 Low.  Like all samples, they’re probably going to undergo some changes before reaching retail shelves, so stick with Sneaker News for updates along the way.  Which of these has you most excited for next spring?  via NT

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Unless we’re talking about resort facilities, it’s pretty uncommon to see people rocking snowboard boots out in public.  Nike Snowboarding might not necessarily be trying to change that, but with their latest drop, we might see some daring folks gripping the asphalt with these heavily-treaded lunar stompers.  There are three Zoom Force 1s, ranging from simple black and white to blue and yellow tiedye or a pair in black and red that depicts all sorts of woodland creatures on the hindfoot.  Last but not least is the Zoom Kaiju in black and blue with some serious Air Jordan flare.  All of these are available at Nike Sportswear retailers including their NYC flagship.

Nike Sportswear
21 Mercer Street | Map
New York, NY 10013
TEL #: 212-226-5433

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Aside from the luxurious premium materials, one of the key benefits of Bespoke Nike Air Force 1s is the ability to arrange the colours any way you choose.  We’ve seen a ton of both Elephant and Safari prints rolling out of the 21 Mercer St. flagship store, but this might be the craziest thing to leave Nike Sportswear yet.  What we’re dealing with here is three distinct Safari prints: grey/grey, grey/yellow and grey/red.  The yellow and red sections are buffered by the all grey part, all of which rides a neon yellow MX sole.  Take a look at more shots after the jump, then head over to NSW and see if you can create something even crazier.

Nike Sportswear
21 Mercer Street | Map
New York, NY 10013
TEL #: 212-226-5433

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‘Plethora’ is one of those words that is literally used incorrectly more than in the intended way.  With the Nike Zoom Kobe IV colourways, though, we really do have an overabundance.  There have been nearly as many blocking patterns as games over the past year for the hardest working man in basketball and now the LA Lakers’ purple and gold has spilled over onto these Nike Air Force 1 Lows.  Apparently there was only a little of each hue to go around, since these are limited to a GS-sized run, but the Kobe signature-laden small sneakers are available now from ID4Shoes on eBay.

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Color: White/Varsity Purple-Varsity Maize

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Here we have yet another Exclusive Air Force 1 Low Bespoke created by everyone’s favorite Air Force 1 aficionado “Mayor”. These Air Force 1 Lows immediately catch your eye, but that’s nothing new. The previous 17 pairs created by Mayor, all sport loud and innovative color ways using rare and uncommon textiles and materials. These particular Air Force 1 Lows have an all metallic gold leather upper, with burgundy accents for the swoosh, laces and liner. Although the most notable characteristics of these AF1’s are a Nubuck sock liner and the Gum midsole very similar to the midsole on the saught after air force 1 wheat (2001). There is also a New Era fitted cap from Boston based retailer CONCEPTS that matches perfectly. Via StrictlyFitteds

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Nike Bespoke has been consistently been producing some eye popping one of a kind Air force 1 Low designs with their collaborators. We just recently saw a very unique Nike Air Force 1 created by Tony Baker. Although These Air Force 1’s were created by G.D.P. They feature a purple upper that consists of suede, canvas and patent leather. The shock value of these AF1’s comes from the reflective tongue and heel tab, but most of all the clear midsole. If you’re interested in possibly creating some of your own Bespoke Nike Air Force 1’s stop by 21 Mercer for more details.

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