Andrew Rizzo Kevin Durant did Kevin Durant things in his return to Golden State the other night. The Slim Reaper poured in 31 points and added a game-winning assist with his usual efficiency, shooting 10/17 from the field and finishing with a 31/8/8 line in a thrilling 117-116 win over his former team. But unlike many NBA breakups, there’s still plenty of mutual respect between KD and the Warriors. On-foot for the performance was a new Nike KD 19 colorway in white and blue, a subtle nod to the Bay with a hint of early 2000s Jordan DNA.
This white/blue look breaks from the monochrome styles we’ve seen so far, featuring a clean white base, blue TPU detailing, and a blue checker-patterned midsole inspired by the Air Jordan 18. Unveiled in mid-March, there will be roughly a three-month buffer between the KD 19’s unveiling and its expected mid-June debut, a stretch Durant and Nike alike hope runs deep into the NBA Playoffs. The model stands on its own with Z-shaped TPU elements along the sides, paired with a full-length Zoom Strobel, 3D-molded sockliner, and Cushlon 3.0 midsole.
It remains to be seen whether this Nike KD 19 is a PE or intended for public release as of this writing. See detailed images below and keep our Sneaker Release Dates page handy for updates.
