NBA star James Harden gifts Vol 9 'Dynamo' signature shoes ahead of release to Houston Dynamo squad
Each player received personalized pairs
The special edition shoes officially release on July 26
WHAT HAPPENED
NBA superstar James Harden arranged for his yet-to-be-released adidas Harden Vol 9 "Dynamo" signature shoes to be delivered to the Houston Dynamo squad on Saturday. The LA Clippers guard, who spent nine seasons with the Houston Rockets, provided the specially designed footwear to each team member ahead of the shoes' public release. The colorway directly references the Houston Dynamo's iconic orange kits, creating a tangible connection between Harden's basketball legacy in the city and its professional soccer team.
Harden himself is a co-owner of both the Dynamo and the NWSL side, the Houston Dash.
WHAT THE HOUSTON DYNAMO POSTED
THE BIGGER PICTURE
The collaboration between Harden and the Houston Dynamo represents the NBA star's ongoing connection to the city where he became a household name, despite now playing for the Los Angeles Clippers, while keeping his ownership with the program alive and well, too.
The Solar Orange sneakers feature Core Black adidas stripes and Collegiate Purple accents on the outsole pivot points, offering a similar colorway to that of the Dynamo and Dash brands.
WHAT'S NEXT?
The Adidas Harden Vol 9 "Dynamo" colorway will officially release to the public on July 26. The Dynamo, meanwhile, take on Tigres in the Leagues Cup on Tuesday.
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