Matt Varga Things are undoubtedly coming up Giannis Antetokounmpo. Representing Greece in high-octane fashion, it’ll be a tough road to gold for the MVP, but counting out the Greek Freak has never been a winning bet. Shortly after this year’s international endeavors end, his 6th signature shoe with Nike will debut, and we’re already getting a sense of steps further down the line. Next up is the Nike Giannis Freak 6 “Giannis Worldwide.”
One of the design themes we’ve been tracking on this latest signature is the branding; previous editions have sported depictions of Giannis mid-flex or new formal embroidery. Curiously, none of those touches appear on the tongue here nor his typical geometric logo, but the interior does usher in a fresh emblem: “Giannis Worldwide.” We’re in the dark as to whether this correlates to new business filings for Mr. Antetokounmpo, but it does connect well to his international upbringing, jumping from Greece to Nigeria to the US in his now-famous, improbable “rise.”
Though that detail is the most intriguing, the overall palette has its sights set even further, leaning interstellar rather than just global. Cosmic accenting centers the design with an inky void painting the interior of the Swoosh. The rest of the shoe, clad in a split between pure white & “Wolf Grey,” makes for a futuristic atmosphere, only emphasized by the streamlined design language of the model as a whole.
The Nike Giannis Freak 6 “White/Wolf Grey” is expected to land for Fall/Winter ’24, retailing for $140. Grade school sizing is also on tap, likely for $100. Possibly in error, this pair was already listed on Snipes; check the “Where To Buy” links just ahead to see if pairs are still up for grabs.
WHERE TO BUY
Nike Giannis Freak 6 "Humility"
US 08/16/2024 Friday
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Nikestore US | Standard | Check Site |
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
