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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
PUMA, LaMelo Ball announce release of 'The LaFrancé RNR Flare' on August 1st
The post PUMA, LaMelo Ball announce release of 'The LaFrancé RNR Flare' on August 1st appeared first on ClutchPoints. PUMA and Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball's lifestyle and fashion brand, LaFranće, have announced their collaboration on a new sneaker design today that takes design cues from lifestyle running shoes, dystopian outdoor vibes, and Ball's energetic personal style. PUMA announced in the release, 'Created in collaboration with Melo's lifestyle brand LaFrancé, the newest star in the Museum of Heem is the LaFrancé RNR. The all-new lifestyle sneaker makes its debut in the Flare colorway, an earth-toned style covered in topographic details. An artifact of unlimited potential, the RNR proves without doubt that Melo is Not From Here.' 'The LaFrancé RNR Flare hits shelves on August 1st and will retail for $120 at the PUMA Flagship store, Foot Locker, Champs, JD Sports, and Snipes,' Puma said. Since 2020, Ball has been a part of the PUMA basketball division and has become the face of the brand. With four signature shoes to his name, Ball's sneaker designs have remained expressive, just like his play style on the court. His shoes have featured things like 'RARE' or 'NOT FROM HERE,' which is inspired from the tattoos Ball has. PUMA has also collaborated with several other brands in the past for some of LaMelo Ball's signature shoes in the past. Fortnite, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Scooby-Doo just to name a few. So PUMA pairing up with their signature athlete's own personal brand seemed inevitable. Ball launched LaFranće ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft before the Hornets selected him. Having done apparel collaborations before with PUMA, the two parties are more than familiar with one another. More potential shoe collaborations could be on the way in the near future. The LaFrancé RNR Flare could just be the tip of the iceberg. Related: Chiefs owner's 9-year-old relative among tragic deaths in Texas floods Related: Donald Trump claims he 'wouldn't have changed name' to Commanders
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LaMelo Ball unveils newest signature shoe, the PUMA MB.05
The post LaMelo Ball unveils newest signature shoe, the PUMA MB.05 appeared first on ClutchPoints. Following a tough end to the 2024-25 NBA season, Charlotte Hornets All-Star Guard LaMelo Ball is anxiously waiting to return and prove himself once again on the biggest stage. He's undoubtedly one of the more talented scorers in the game today and it will be interesting to see how this crop of incoming talent can enhance their roster. Recently, Ball promoted the debut of his latest signature sneaker, the PUMA MB.05, releasing soon. Check our Sneakers news for more upcoming releases and breaking content! LaMelo Ball signed with PUMA Basketball back in 2020 in a surprising move, forgoing the route of Nike or Adidas and opting for full creative control of his signature line over at PUMA. Already five signature basketball sneakers in, Ball is also releasing lifestyle and utility silhouettes through his 'LaFrance' subsidiary line. Sharing the newest signature model on his social media, LaMelo Ball will rock the newest PUMA MB.05 during the upcoming NBA season. The first colorway, appearing in a vibrant pink, is a perfect combo for the Hornets' uniforms and Ball's loud play on the court. PUMA MB.05 The debut colorway, arriving in pink and reflective pearl hues, is a wild culmination of Ball's signature line up to this point. We see intricate textures throughout each aspect of the uppers, from the feathery toebox to the metallic ankle collar. The shoes will also feature a dual midfoot strap attached to the front of the eyelet panel, a truly unique feature that isn't seen anywhere else. The shoes also feature Ball's '1' and '1 of 1' written several times throughout the shoe. The silver synthetic panels have a natural sheen to them, adding to the already busy ensemble of the pink panels. Finally, we see the 'Melo' logos along the back heel to finish the look. The PUMA MB.05 is expected to release sometime during the fall season of 2025. While there's no official word on a release date, LaMelo Ball teasing these to the public is a positive sign that they're ready to drop. The retail price is yet to be announced, but we can expect something in the ballpark of $120 given the previous MB.04 retails for $115. What are your thoughts on LaMelo Ball's newest sneakers? Related: Spurs' De'Aaron Fox debuts his newest Curry Fox 2 Related: Kevin Durant's Nike KD 18 'International Blue' inspired by Nike Foamposite
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Josh Giddey officially signs sneaker deal with Puma
It's been a big offseason for Josh Giddey, with the Australian in the midst of negotiating his next NBA deal, but he has already taken care of business in the footwear department. According to Sole Retreiver, the Australian has become the latest NBA player to sign with Puma, joining the likes of LaMelo Ball and Tyrese Haliburton in joining the brand. Advertisement Giddey, who was previously a Nike athlete, was seen wearing Puma at the opening of his CourtSide facility last week, and the new deal has now been made official. Josh Giddey officially signs sneaker deal with Puma Josh Giddey is officially a Puma athlete, making the jump from the swoosh as he prepares for his fifth season in the NBA. Following the 22-year-old's January Instagram story in which he said he was selling his extensive Kobe collection, he was photographed during the off-season wearing a number of different brands, alluding to the fact that he was a sneaker free agent. That free agency has now been resolved, with Puma snapping up the Chicago Bulls star to a multi-year deal. Advertisement Puma have made waves in recent years in the basketball landscape - their signature sneaker with Tyrese Haliburton was debuted by the Indiana star during this year's NBA Finals, and the brand also has signature lines with WNBA star Breanna Stewart, as well as the third pick in the 2023 draft, Scoot Henderson. Their star signing was a fellow NBL alumni in LaMelo Ball, who joined the brand in 2020 and his now up to his fifth signature shoe. Giddey joins Dyson Daniels and Josh Green as Australians to jump ship from Nike in recent years, with his Boomers teammates signing with Adidas and Skechers, respectively. Advertisement With a new sneaker sponsor sorted, his focus will now return to his current free agency, where he is reportedly a ways away from reaching a new deal with the Bulls.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
LaMelo Ball watches courtside as Liam McNeeley scores 22 to lead Charlotte Hornets past Utah Jazz
(Image Source - Getty Images) LaMelo Ball was right there in Las Vegas and got to see the game between Charlotte Hornets and Utah Jazz. First-round selection Liam McNeeley came off the bench and scored 22 points, collected 12 boards, and provided six assists, energizing a balanced attack from the Charlotte Hornets. With his lively presence and support from the sidelines, the Hornets secured a thrilling 111–105 win in their Summer League opener against the Utah Jazz. And you can bet: this is just the start of a captivating rookie season. Liam McNeeley delivers dominant bench performance for Charlotte Hornets Liam McNeeley, the Hornets' 29th overall pick and a UConn star, was absolutely electric. In just 28 minutes, he racked up 22 points on 7-of-16 shooting, pulled down 12 rebounds (five of which were offensive), and handed out six assists—all from the bench. He wasn't the only one shining: second-year guard KJ Simpson added 21 points, and Tidjane Salaün hit a vital corner three in the closing minutes, finishing with 20. All nine players from Charlotte who played scored at least five points, leading to a strong 50.6% shooting effort. Utah put a lot of pressure on Kyle Filipowski, particularly since they were without rookie Ace Bailey. He delivered with a game-high 32 points, six rebounds, and five assists. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Cody Williams and Walter Clayton Jr. also contributed 21 points each. Charlotte had a solid 13-point lead in the first half but faced a tough 36–27 third quarter from the Jazz, yet they still went into the fourth with an 87–84 advantage. When the score was tied at 103 with under three minutes to go, Ryan Kalkbrenner's alley-oop led to Salaün's game-winning shot—one of several key plays that changed the game's momentum. The young Hornets were on fire on the boards, out-rebounding their opponents 40 to 34, with 14 of those being offensive rebounds that led to 19 second-chance points. They kicked off the game with a quick tempo, thanks to Simpson, and only committed two turnovers in the first quarter and 15 in total—a great effort for Summer League play. Also Read: Cooper Flagg's unpolished shooting mechanics spark concern after debut struggles in Dallas Mavericks LaMelo Ball showed up and with him came everything that Charlotte fans wished for in their future — depth, energy, and tons of potential. Thanks to some standout bench scoring, disciplined play, and key moments from McNeeley, Simpson, Salaün, and Kalkbrenner, the Hornets made a striking first impression. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kai Jones dares LaMelo Ball to make 10 consecutive 3-pointers
LaMelo Ball is an amazing player (Image via Instagram / @melo) Popular streamer Kai Cenat recently challenged NBA star LaMelo Ball. He dared him to make 10 three-pointers in a row. The fun moment was caught on video and quickly went viral on social media. This wasn't the first time the Charlotte Hornets star appeared on a stream with the streamer. Recently, the point guard gave his viewers some advice while on stream alongside several other celebrities. LaMelo Ball shares wisdom and takes a shot challenge in the latest Kai Cenat stream Kai Cenat is one of the biggest names on the internet. He is known for his funny streams and celebrity guests. He often invites rappers, athletes, and actors to his content. This time, it was LaMelo Ball. LaMelo Ball is a star player for the Charlotte Hornets. In the recent video, the streamer looks excited. He then turned to the NBA pro and said, 'I bet you can't hit 10 threes in a row.' The NBA pro then smiled as he accepted the challenge without hesitation. He then started to shoot as Kai Cenat hyped up the moment. As the streamer went on counting, each shot looked smooth. However, the clip was cut short as it seemed that he made only 8 baskets and not 10. The Charlotte Hornets standout has made numerous appearances on Kai Cenat's webcast. During a recent one, LaMelo Ball said, addressing his viewers: "It be ups, it be downs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 月 *만원대 "실비보험" 최적가 비교가입! "가성비 굿 맞춤설계+할인혜택"... 굿리치 [등록번호:제2006038313호] 가입하기 Undo When you're down, the only way is up.. Did a lot of things in my life, but they never gave a f***. That's wise words, if y'all know, y'all know, if you don't, you broke. Keep going, God-blessing. All praise to God, he's always the best. Keep going, you got tomorrow, the next day. You got your family, your brothers. Check on your family, all the peoples. I always tell my peoples, I tap in every day." He gave everyone in the stream, including his brother Lonzo Ball, a high five. He then urged the audience to be authentic and said, 'it's all love.' LaMelo Ball appeared on Kai Cenat's streams (Image via Instagram / @melo) He concluded: "Never stop. Don't let nobody f*** your s*** up. Just be you, gang, and let it rock." In the end, it was all fun and games. It was also a connection between two stars from different worlds- one from the court, and one from the screen. Together, they made their fans smile. Now, fans are hoping to see them together more and more in the future; maybe even some challenges as well. Also read: Kevin Durant and Steve Nash revealed big issues with small guards in modern NBA games Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
