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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Anthony Edwards has one major exciting update amid his offseason break
Anthony Edwards. Image via: David Berding/ Getty Images As Anthony Edwards enjoys an offseason breather following a strong playoff run with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the rising NBA star is making headlines off the court in the world of sports fashion. While many fans expected a quiet summer from the 22-year-old All-Star, a surprising announcement from adidas has set the stage for Edwards to break new ground with a product crossover. Anthony Edwards makes bold offseason move as Adidas unveils first-ever AE 1 football cleats Anthony Edwards' first signature shoe with adidas — the AE 1 — was an instant hit. Its sharp design and on-court performance made it one of the brand's most successful basketball launches in recent memory. Now, in an unprecedented move, Adidas is turning that hardwood success into a cleated version for the football field. Set to release in summer 2026, the AE 1 Low will be reimagined as a high-performance football cleat. The cleat features the same visual DNA as the original, including the signature TPU honeycomb wing, fanged toe cap, and breathable mesh upper. But Adidas has added the Freak Plate 20s outsole for field-ready grip, maintaining the sneaker's low-cut silhouette while enhancing stability and explosive mobility. Edwards, who was a former youth football player, seems the perfect face for this basketball-to-football transition. Long before dazzling NBA crowds, Edwards was lighting up youth football fields as a standout running back and quarterback. 'I could have been a professional football player,' Edwards recently admitted. 'I was really good. I was the No. 1 running back in the country at 9 or 10. I stopped playing because I seen my brothers playing basketball. I thought it looked more fun.' That fateful switch from football to basketball eventually led him to the University of Georgia, where he became one of the most electrifying players in the country before going No. 1 in the 2020 NBA Draft. Since entering the league, Edwards has lived up to the hype, earning All-NBA Second Team honors this season while averaging 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. Also Read: 'He says dumb sh*t' — 14 years later, NBA fans condemned LeBron James after his infamous post-game briefing took a jab at critics resurfaced His crossover success isn't just limited to stats; Edwards is now the first Adidas basketball athlete to have a shoe adapted for football. It was a distinction previously reserved for Nike legends like Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan. Even NFL players like Jordan Addison and Travis Hunter have pushed for this cleat version of Edwards' shoe, with Addison debuting a custom pair in an NFL game last year.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Big Anthony Edwards Announcement Made Before Western Conference Finals
As the NBA's conference finals lurk just around the corner, Adidas has released a fresh version of Anthony Edwards' signature shoe — the AE 1 Low in "Metallic Grey." The drop not only showcases Edwards' increasing star power but also indicates Adidas' dedication to releasing new, top-shelf performance footwear during the peak basketball season. The AE 1 Low comes in a sleek Dover Grey colorway, combining style with substance. The upper is made from a breathable mesh construction, with a metallic TPU cage encircling the shoe for extra stability and a clean, cutting-edge look. Glow-in-the-dark details at the toe add a hint of flash, and a white heel logo adds visual interest to break up the grey hues for a well-rounded finish. Underneath, business is in full swing. Lightstrike cushioning is light and responsive, perfect for fast moves and explosive bursts. Strategically positioned Boost pods in the heel and forefoot to absorb landings and increase agility. The outsole is constructed with a herringbone traction pattern that digs into the floor, providing players with confidence at both ends of the court. Advertisement Scheduled to release Saturday, the AE 1 Low "Metallic Grey" is available in men's sizing at $110 and grade school sizing at $90. Supporters can purchase them through or select retailers. As far as Edwards' NBA campaign is concerned, he has led the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Western Conference finals. Game 1 is scheduled for Tuesday with Minnesota facing off against the winner of Sunday's Game 7 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets.
