Jalen Brunson's Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Statue of Liberty' Releases This Year
Jalen Brunsonand the New York Knicks are closer to an NBA Championship this season than the franchise has been since the beginning of the century. However, they currently face a 2-1 deficit to the Indiana Pacers, who will host the Knicks tonight and attempt to preserve home court advantage. Not only has Brunson been a key factor for the Knicks this series, he's also made the most of the limelight by revealing his own Nike Kobe collaboration.
ANike Kobe 6 Protro'Statue of Liberty' was worn by Brunson during game two against the Pacers and is scheduled to be releasing later this year. The pair features a bright blue that nods to the statue's oxidized copper finish while 'Metallic Copper' detailing at the branding and heel cage nods to its flame. Brunson joinsCaitlin Clarkin releasing his own Nike Kobe sneaker this year, offering fans a chance to get their hands on a pair that would typically remain a player exclusive.
At the time of writing, neither Jalen Brunson nor Nike Basketball have confirmed that this collaborative 'Statue of Liberty' take on the Kobe 6 Protro will be releasing. Stay tuned for updates, including a detailed preview of the sneaker, as we currently expect it to drop this holiday season via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $190 USD.
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (continued) (In thousands, except per share data) (Unaudited) June 30, 2025 June 30, 2024 LIABILITIES AND EQUITY Current Liabilities: Accounts payable $ 9,336 $ 9,900 Net related party payables 4,807 6,718 Debt 24,000 30,000 Accrued liabilities: Employee-related costs 98,924 133,930 League-related accruals 196,567 120,876 Other accrued liabilities 13,093 21,613 Operating lease liabilities, current 52,618 50,267 Deferred revenue 164,178 148,678 Total current liabilities 563,523 521,982 Long-term debt 267,000 275,000 Operating lease liabilities, noncurrent 841,050 749,952 Defined benefit obligations 4,086 4,103 Other employee-related costs 78,092 43,493 Deferred tax liabilities, net — 16,925 Deferred revenue, noncurrent 662 1,147 Total liabilities 1,754,413 1,612,602 Commitments and contingencies Class A Common stock, par value $0.01, 120,000 shares authorized; 19,488 and 19,423 shares outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively 204 204 Class B Common stock, par value $0.01, 30,000 shares authorized; 4,530 shares outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and 2024 45 45 Preferred stock, par value $0.01, 15,000 shares authorized; none outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and 2024 — — Additional paid-in capital 15,348 19,079 Treasury stock, at cost, 960 and 1,025 shares as of June 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively (158,543 ) (169,547 ) Accumulated deficit (137,596 ) (115,139 ) Accumulated other comprehensive loss (897 ) (952 ) Total equity (281,439 ) (266,310 ) Total liabilities and equity $ 1,472,974 $ 1,346,292 MADISON SQUARE GARDEN SPORTS CORP. 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