Nike EYBL Hampton: Day 3 Wrapup

What is inspired by lions as well as outdoor basketball in Beijing? LeBron James‘ newest sneaker is, the Nike LeBron 8 PS – built exclusively for the grind of the NBA Playoffs. Releasing nationally this Saturday, this is the final version in a series of three Nike Running footwear styles and the first signature shoe to tap Hyperfuse. It couldn’t have dropped at a better time, seeing as how I really need a new pair to hoop in. Badly.

This weekend, I will be in Miami to check out the opener of the Heat/Sixers series, but more importantly, to test drive LeBron's newest kicks. It should be interesting because the shoe has most of the characteristics that I look for in a great basketball sneaker: exaggerated flex grooves in the forefoot and heel that help to make it feel lighter; and a Nike Hyperfuse constructed upper, which is a combination of three materials that give it support (synthetic overlays), ventilation (mesh) and durability (a layer of TPU, which is used in high-wear areas).