Zack Schlemmer 
Even without any new adidas YEEZY headlines, this week was about as big as it gets for sneaker news. First and foremost, the Air Jordan 31 was officially unveiled at an event in Las Vegas, where the world got all the details on the shoe that combines the Air Jordan 1 with today’s modern technology and design. The other sneaker dominating this week was Pharrell’s unique new edition of the adidas NMD, which hit retailers today and is already long gone by the time you’re reading this. But don’t worry, there’s another chance at them on the way next month. See all the top stories from the past week you need to know about in our full recap below.
The Air Jordan 31 is Officially Unveiled
Everything you need to know about the next chapter of the Air Jordan line is here. Get a full lookk, design and technology details, and find out when you can cop your pair of the debut “Banned” colorway.
First Look at the “True Blue” Air Jordan 3 Retro for Black Friday
One half of this holiday season’s double threat with the Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam”, we finally get a first look at the upcoming “True Blue” Air Jordan complete with OG Nike Air branding.
Pharrell’s “Human Race” Edition Becomes the Hottest adidas NMD Yet
Pharrell and adidas Originals struck gold with their joint effort on the adidas NMD, featuring a new redesign by the creative guru featuring a modified cage, “HUMAN RACE” text running down the shoes, and a vibrant yellow colorway. Find out everything you need to know about their launch and our unboxing video at the link below.
Official Images of the Upcoming Air Jordan 1 High OG “Banned”
The iconic “Bred” or “Banned” colorway has been remastered to drop alongside the Air Jordan 31 in the same colorway, and boy, does it look good. This week Jordan Brand dropped the official images for the next retro that you’ll be able to grab in early September.
Air Jordan Retro Preview For Spring 2017 Lineup
See what Air Jordan retros you can expect for early 2017. “Playoff” Air Jordan 12 Lows, anybody?
adidas Confirms a James Harden Signature Shoe For December
At this week’s #LVL3 adidas Basketball event in Las Vegas, the brand’s newest hoops shoes for the upcoming basketball season were on display and in action. There’s no look at it yet, but adidas did confirm that a James Harden signature shoe will be dropping in December. What’s more, adidas announced a virtual reality experience dubbed Project Harden on Instagram, where details on the signature model and sneak peeks will son be revealed.
adidas Announces Statistics On Their Enormous Rise
Earlier this week, the adidas running category proved that the popularity currently surrounding the brand isn’t all hype; they have number to back it up. The brand announced that their running performance category’s sales grew 31% over Quarter 1, the Ultra Boost Uncaged became their fastest selling performance model ever, and other impressive figures.
adidas Unveils The D Rose 7 Boost
Along with all of the happenings at the adidas Basketbal #LVL3 event in Vegas this week, the Three Stripes also officially unveiled the latest and greatest signature model for Derek Rose, the D Rose 7 Boost. Boasting Primeknit construction and Boost cushioning in a bold new silhouette, this just might be his best model yet.
Flashback to ’96: Nike Air Griffey Max
Before Ken Griffey Jr’s induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame this Sunday, we take a look back at his most iconic signature shoe, the Nike Air Griffey Max 1. See the unforgettable athlete’s most unforgettable shoe in original form, and even watch a few vintage “Griffey in ’96” commercials in the full feature.
adidas NMD Release Preview for August
Find out what colorways are next up for the currently hottest sneaker on the planet with this preview of four new looks for the adidas NMD on the way next month.
