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Style - Kicks and Gear / May 31, 2013 / 10:45 am

The Nike Kobe 8 System Elite+ Is Releasing Today

Nike Kobe 8 System Elite+

If the Nike Kobe 8 System Elite wasn’t enough for you, then get ready. At 12 p.m. today, the Nike Vault will be releasing the Nike Kobe 8 System Elite+, a sneaker designed with the most innovative materials and technology to meet the performance expectations of the world’s best basketball players. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 30, 2013 / 10:45 am

The Craziest Air Jordan XX8 You’ve Seen Yet Releases Next Weekend

Air Jordan XX8

When the Air Jordan XX8 first launched, I was told the blank canvas was going to figure prominently into future releases. It gave the shoe almost unlimited potential. Now I can see what Jordan Brand was talking about. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 29, 2013 / 10:46 pm

Jared Sullinger Spent A Day Working At Taco Bell

Jared Sullinger

Today, all Doritos Locos Tacos at more than 160 participating restaurants in the New England area were only $1 with net proceeds going to One Fund Boston charity. Taco Bell Corporation also donated another $25K on top of that. Pretty cool. It was also awesome to see Jared Sullinger stopping by a local restaurant in Revere, MA to participate by serving up some tacos to the local residents. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 28, 2013 / 2:00 pm

Dime Q&A: Hip-Hop Superstar French Montana Says He’s The Kevin Durant Of Rap

French Montana

Basketball and rap are synonymous. I know. You must have heard me say that a thousand times. Fact is it’s true. Knicks basketball and hip-hop in New York are so jointed together you would think they were Siamese twins. Fans have salivated for New York’s return to the forefront in the basketball world. With potential permeating through the city after the Carmelo trade, Knicks fans are finally seeing some results. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 28, 2013 / 1:30 pm

The Kobe 8 NSW Lifestyle: From The Courts To The Streets

Kobe 8 NSW Lifestyle

Kobe Bryant‘s signature sneaker line with Nike Basketball has always pushed the limits of what was possible. At one point, it was creating a low-top sneaker that could withstand the wear and tear of an entire basketball season. Then recently, it was creating a shoe that took all of its inspiration from Bryant’s love of soccer. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 24, 2013 / 4:00 pm

Bo Jackson’s Nike Air Trainer Max ’91 Bo Pack Is Releasing Tomorrow

Nike Air Trainer Max '91 Bo Pack

Bo Jackson was one of the most versatile athletes of all time and was a monster cross-training marketing beast. Tomorrow, Nike is releasing the Nike Air Trainer Max ’91 Bo Pack to celebrate key moments of the former Raider’s career. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 24, 2013 / 3:30 pm

Why Allen Iverson’s Reebok Answer 1 Was More Than Just A Sneaker

Allen Iverson

For everyone outside of Philadelphia, the Question was whether or not Allen Iverson would become the NBA’s shortest Rookie of the Year ever. For everyone who lived in or around The City of Brotherly Love, we already knew the Answer. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 24, 2013 / 11:00 am

One Of The Best Colorways Of The Nike Kobe 8 System Is Releasing Tomorrow

Nike Kobe 8 System "Venice Beach"

Need some new kicks for summer? Tomorrow, you can scoop up these Nike Kobe 8 System “Stadium Grey” joints. These have been sometimes referred to as the “Venice Beaches” because of the colorful graffiti that is littered all over the upper. The shoe also sports yellow laces, a grey tongue and some orange-colored inner lining. Read More »

Style - Kicks and Gear / May 23, 2013 / 11:30 am

If You’re In Portland Tonight, Here’s Your Chance To Meet Damian Lillard

adidas x Damian Lillard x Real Deal HERO

If you’re in Portland tonight, here’s your chance to meet Damian Lillard. The NBA’s Rookie of the Year will be stopping by Compound Gallery (107 NW 5th Ave.) tonight between 6:00 and 7:00 pm to sign autographs and celebrate the launch of the limited edition adidas “Rookie of the Year” Real Deal. Read More »

instagram, NBA, Style - Kicks and Gear, Twitter / May 22, 2013 / 9:18 am

Kobe Bryant Trolls Charlotte Hornets Fans on Twitter and Instagram

Dime #71: Kobe Bryant

Hey Charlotte Hornets fans, do you remember how your team drafted Kobe Bryant with the 13th pick in the 1996 NBA Draft, only to immediately trade him to L.A. for Vlade Divac? Oh, you still think about it every day?

Well just in case you have gotten past it, Kobe decided to remind everyone last night on Twitter/Instagram. Read More »

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