UNDEFEATED x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Hall Of Fame” Coming Soon

5 min readMay 10, 2021

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UNDEFEATED x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Hall Of Fame” Coming Soon

This year’s Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame ceremony is coming up, which will feature the inauguration of Kobe Bryant to the Hall. In honor of this event, UNDEFEATED and Nike will be releasing a special pair of Nike Kobe 5 Protros, fittingly named the “Hall Of Fame” colorway. Dressed in Metallic Gold, Purple, and even Red, the sneakers pay homage to the legendary career of the late basketball legend. Furthermore, because the Kobe Bryant Estate has turned down a contract renewal with Nike, this shoe will be one of the last Nike Kobe releases ever. A historic release in many ways, this collaboration will certainly be amongst the most coveted sneakers, maybe of all time.

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Drake Previews Nike Air Force 1 Collaboration on Instagram Stories

It’s no secret that Drake and Nike have several projects lined up. Alongside continuing their collaborative NOCTA label, the Toronto rapper and the Swoosh are also planning on releasing a new sneaker: the Nike Hot Step Air Terra. But besides all that, the big news this week was a teaser image from Drake’s Instagram that previewed a special Air Force 1. The image displays an Air Force 1 sole’s frontal section, except the stars are replaced with miniature hearts, a reference to Drizzy’s upcoming Certified Lover Boy album. Perhaps dropping soon this year in tandem with the album itself, there’s no doubt that Drake and Nike have big plans for 2021.

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CLOT and sacai’s Three-Part Nike LDWaffle Collaboration Unveiled

Over the past few years, sacai has become one of Nike’s most prolific collaborators with its new silhouettes and wild colorway. Meanwhile, CLOT’s history with the Swoosh dates back to the mid-2000s; this year, in particular, was big for CLOT because we got a re-release of the classic CLOT x Nike Air Max “Kiss Of Death” and the “KOD CHA” follow-up colorway. Now, both brands are due to team up on a pair of exclusive CLOT x sacai x Nike LDWaffles featuring sacai’s revolutionary design and a colorway inspired by CLOT’s “Kiss Of Death” Air Max. The first detailed images have surfaced online, and the sneakers are a combination of Nike’s classic collaborations with their modern projects.

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Adidas’ 4DFWD Adds 4D Technology to a Running Shoe

Adidas’ 4D technology has now been around for quite a while, becoming the centerpiece for a number of iconic sneakers like the 4D Futurecraft or the Ultra 4D. Its success on lifestyle sneakers has led Adidas to now develop the material for running shoes as well, and the first performance running silhouette to incorporate 4D is coming soon. the Adidas 4DFWD uses a special 4D sole that enhances running performance with its comfort, cushioning, and energy return, making it a remarkably efficient sneaker. Meanwhile, the Primeknit upper offers the same breathability and secure fit that Adidas fans have come to love. These sneakers are also releasing in anticipation of the Tokyo Summer Olympics this year, and a special Tokyo Collection will be releasing later this Summer.

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Detailed Images of BAPE x New Balance 2002R Surface Online

Collaborations have played a huge role in New Balance’s meteoric rise to the top over the last few years. Names like Aimé Leon Dore and Casablanca spring to mind, but the next name that New Balance has enlisted is a true titan in the streetwear scene. BAPE and New Balance are working to create two pairs of New Balance 2002Rs. Rumored for a few months now, the two colorways both feature classic ABC Camo and BAPE’s shark print on the heel; one is dressed in all grey whereas the other takes on a green base with black, red, and white accents. As New Balance continues to climb the hierarchy of sneaker hype, collaborations like this will help propel it further.

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Casablanca Unveils Next New Balance 327 Colorway

Speaking of New Balance collaborations, Casablanca is back to release another New Balance 327 colorway. The success of the New Balance 327 as a silhouette can be credited largely to Casablanca’s contributions. The collaborative debut colorways made the 327 coveted worldwide, and every Casablanca collaboration since has performed exceedingly well. Now, the Parisian label takes on a baroque approach to the silhouette with monogram designs around the overlays alongside more vibrant colors to match the white base. Coming later this year, this sneaker will surely be one of the most coveted New Balance releases of 2021.

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