LaMelo Ball Goes Trick Or Treating With The PUMA MB.03 “Halloween”

#1's signature is uniquely suited for the occasion.

Matt Varga September 11, 2024

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We’ve said it before, but LaMelo Ball shoes have an entirely unique release strategy. Though the Hornets phenom just minted his newest PUMA MB.04, you’ll still be seeing his MB.03 and MB.01 on the shelves as PUMA adopts a concurrent retro program, announced earlier this year. As Fall holidays grow closer, one of his past silos is the choice for All Hallow’s Eve, with the PUMA MB.03 “Halloween” just emerging via official images.

In truth, the off-the-wall design language that naturally graces the PUMA MB.03 means it doesn’t have to do much to fit into the Halloween mold, but Puma creatives add a ton of seasonal detail as a bonus. The timeless black & orange combo does a lot of the heavy lifting in conveying the holiday spirit from the jump, particularly eye-catching with the marbled print that covers the full upper.

Jagged mesh cutouts at the quarter and toe-box express some explicit storytelling with graphic eyes right below the laces creating a jack-o’-lantern pattern. Finally, Melo’s traditional “1 of 1” and “RARE” mottos get a new neighbor for this colorway: “Trick Or Treat” text emblazoned on the ribbed heel cup.

Naturally, expect the PUMA MB.03 to land this October, expected to retail at $125. Catch detailed images included just ahead.

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Puma MB.03 "Halloween"

SKU: 311176-01

RETAIL PRICE: $120

RELEASE DATE: Oct 4, 2024

US 10/04/2024 Friday

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.