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Brand new basketball models sure to be seen on court in the Orlando bubble, coveted New Balance collabs, and an unlikely partnership highlight this week's sneaker release calendar.
Drops kick off on Tuesday when Nigo's Human Made exclusively drops the 12 pairs from its latest project with Adidas. On Thursday, the "OG Meets OG" Reebok Question x Adidas Harden and "Satin Red" Air Jordan I both make their way to select stockists. The "Tokyo" Air Jordan I Retro High Co.Jp, Nike Zoom Freak 2, "Cape" Concepts x New Balance 327, and a restock of the JJJJound x New Balance 992 all arrive on Friday morning. The week of releases concludes on Saturday with the "SNKRS Day" Air Max 1 pack, "Orange Gx" Gatorade x Nike PG4, "Manila to the World" Titan x Nike LeBron 17 Low, and "Quai 54" Air Jordan VI.
Check out a detailed look at all of this week's biggest sneaker release below.
Human Made x Adidas Collection
Price: $140-$150
When: Tuesday, Aug. 4 at 12 p.m.
Where: humanmade.jp
What You Need to Know: Human Made's latest collection with Adidas features Nigo's takes on the Stan Smith, Campus, and Rivalry Low. Each will be available in three colorways apiece with their fair share of Human Made branding such as red heart logos and phrases running across the Three Stripes.
Reebok Question Mid x Adidas Harden 'OG Meets OG'
Price: $150
When: Friday, Aug. 7
Where: reebok.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Reebok and Adidas are collaborating once again. This time, they are bringing together two of the most prolific scorers in NBA history with the "OG Meets OG" Question Mid. The design dresses Allen Iverson's iconic signature sneaker in a colorway mimicking the OG colorway of James Harden's Harden Vol. 1. Harden's logo has also been stamped on each heel.
Air Jordan I 'Satin Red'
Price: $170
When: Thursday, Aug. 6 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The newest colorway of the Air Jordan I is a women's release with colorblocking similar to the OG "Chicago" color scheme. Premium details include black reptile print wrapping the heel and a red satin tongue.
Air Jordan I Retro High Co.Jp 'Tokyo'
Price: $170
When: Friday, Aug. 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Originally releasing exclusively in Japan back in 2001, the "Tokyo" Air Jordan I is receiving its first ever retro release this Friday. The once-limited grey and silver colorway features special details like Nike Air logos stiched into each tongue, gel Wings logos, and Co.Jp branding on the insoles.
Nike Zoom Freak 2 'Black/White'
Price: $130
When: Friday, Aug. 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: nike.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Giannis Antetokounmpo's Zoom Freak 2 hits shelves in its second colorway on Friday. The pair is dressed in a simplistic black and white makeup with details like a patterned Swoosh, red "GA" logo on the lateral heel, and icy sole.
Concepts x New Balance 327 'Cape'
Price: $140
When: Friday, Aug. 7
Where: cncpts.com
What You Need to Know: Concepts' latest chapter in their extensive collaborative history with New Balance is the "Cape" 327. The design is inspired by the Cape Codder, a cocktail that mixes cranberry juice and vodka that is especially popular in Cape Cod. The cranberry-colored upper is composed of gradient nylon with tonal suede overlays. Additional details include a translucent "N" logo, blue liner, and icy blue sole.
JJJJound x New Balance 992
Price: $260
When: Friday, Aug. 7
Where: Select New Balance retailers
What You Need to Know: Both of JJJJound's highly-coveted New Balance 992 collabs are being released at a limited number of retailers on Friday. The dark grey and green colorways were previously exclusive to JJJJound's website and sold out in mere minutes upon their initial release.
Nike Air Max 1 'SNKRS Day' Pack
Price: TBD
When: Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is celebrating SNKRS Day with two special colorway of the Air Max 1. One opts for various shades of brown leather, while the other utilizes a grey upper with semi-translucent overlays. The date "8.8.20" is embossed on each heel and the insoles have been stamped with the elusive "Got 'Em" messaging synonymous with the app.
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Gatorade x Nike PG4 'Orange GX'
Price: $120
When: Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Yet another Gatorade x Nike PG4 is slated to arrive at retailers this weekend. This time, the sports drink-inspired design is displayed in a primarily orange look with blue accents.
Titan x Nike LeBron 17 Low 'Manila to the World'
Price: TBD
When: Saturday, Aug. 8
Where: Nike Park Fort and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following an exclusive release at Manila-based retailer Titan this past weekend, the "Manila to the World" LeBron 17 Low is getting a wider release on Saturday. The all-red upper is covered in various Titan logos celebrating its 10-year history. Gold branding in the form of a crest on each tongue, LJ crown logo on each heel, and Swoosh on each side panel add a pop of contrast. NBA fans may have seen the man himself rocking his pair on court in the bubble recently as well.
Air Jordan VI 'Quai 54'
Price: $200
When: Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Despite the annual tournament being canceled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Jordan Brand is still released a brand new Air Jordan VI to celebrate the Quai 54 basketball tournament in Paris. A cream leather upper is accented by canvas panels covered in a colorful pattern. Quai 54 branding appears stitched on the right tongue and heel.
