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Forbes
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Converse SHAI 001 Shoe Gets Official Release Date
It's been a colossal year for Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Since last summer, he's won the NBA's Most Valuable Player Award, won an NBA Championship, and even debuted his first-ever signature shoe with Converse. That signature sneaker — the SHAI 001 — was unveiled in February, marking a major milestone in his ascent to becoming a global superstar. While he's worn various colorways on the court since that time, fans have been waiting to get their hands on a pair of their own to wear. The wait is officially over, as the Converse SHAI 001 'BUTTER' will be available in a limited global release on Sep. 4, 2025, via select retail partners, at and on the Nike SNKRS App. Retail partners across North America include KITH locations in Toronto, New York City, and Los Angeles, as well as UNDEFEATED in Los Angeles. From there, it is expected that additional colorways will be released in the future. The 'BUTTER' colorway, which will be the exclusive initial release in September, was the original style that Gilgeous-Alexander wore for the first time at NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco. The Thunder star and Converse stole the show that weekend, making their presence felt all over the city with signage and an epic pop-up that gave fans a first look at the SHAI 001 in person. Gilgeous-Alexander is a fashion icon and is widely regarded as the best-dressed player in the entire NBA. The global superstar wanted to bring versatility to his first signature shoe, which is why it's designed to be worn on or off the court. The zipper on the SHAI 001 is a bold statement of customization and adaptability. With a locking mechanism that allows for multiple wear options, the zipper can be worn half-zipped, all the way zipped, or flipped down. 'We made the SHAI 001 a versatile shoe for everyone — from the athlete who's in the gym three times a day to the kids who just want to express themselves on or off the court,' Gilgeous-Alexander explained when his signature shoe was first revealed. As the Creative Director of Converse Basketball, Gilgeous-Alexander was intimately involved with the design of the SHAI 001. He was at the forefront of every facet of his signature logo and shoe design process, imbuing the project with his artistic vision and creative sensibility. From the outset, he shared several hand-drawn sketches with the Converse product and design teams that ultimately inspired the final design of the SHAI 001. 'We gave Shai creative control over the design of the shoe in a way only Converse can. Then, we went to work leveraging the resources of Converse and all the innovation of Nike, Inc. to proudly deliver the SHAI 001,' Jared Carver, CEO and President of Converse said in February. "Converse invented the first basketball shoe, and we have been there for so many of the sport's beloved moments over the last hundred years. We are confident the SHAI 001 will help inspire and inform the next wave of basketball footwear, and return Converse to its rightful place at the heart of the game.' As Converse basketball makes its way back to the forefront of premier basketball footwear, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the charge with the SHAI 001, set to release publicly on Sep. 4, 2025.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WNBA Star Angel Reese Unveils New Signature Sneaker
WNBA Star Angel Reese Unveils New Signature Sneaker originally appeared on The Spun. Angel Reese may be a polarizing WNBA player to some, but there's no denying that she's extremely popular. She's now going to capitalize on that popularity in one of the biggest ways possible: A signature sneaker. Advertisement On Wednesday, Reebok unveiled the new Angel Reese 1 sneaker. There is no official release date but the apparel company said that they're "coming soon." "Introducing the Angel Reese 1. Coming soon," Reebok wrote. Reese replied, "AR-1s COMING SOON!" The Chicago Sky star has been partnered with Reebok for a while now. She already has several sneaker partnerships and apparel items that have been on sale for a while. Reese's many fans are certainly hyped about her first signature sneaker: "Looks kinda cool, I wanna see some other colorways but I'll definitely support Angel and grab a pair! I thought her signature shoe would be a bit more flashy," one user wrote. Advertisement "Angel Reese got her own sneaker and dropped the mic with it. Certified queen energy!" another declared. "I am getting these for my daughter's birthday. She is a super fan," another pledged. "And they're iridescent like an angel's wings!!! Omgggg I NEED THEM." May 29, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) is seen during warm ups prior to the first half against the Dallas Wings at the Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images© Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images According to Nice Kicks, Reese is now just the fourth active WNBA ever and just the second woman ever to receive a signature sneaker from Reebok. Knowing Reese and how much she likes to show the cameras on and off the court, we might see her wearing those sneakers quite a lot once they're finally released. Advertisement On the court, Reese is continuing to put up strong rebound numbers. But the Sky are struggling, recently falling to 5-13 overall. It's going to take more than some new kicks to fix what's wrong with the team. Related: Caitlin Clark Wore $400 Sneakers Against Angel Reese On Sunday WNBA Star Angel Reese Unveils New Signature Sneaker first appeared on The Spun on Jul 9, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Angel Reese Lands Legendary Cover Over Caitlin Clark, WNBA Stars
Angel Reese Lands Legendary Cover Over Caitlin Clark, WNBA Stars originally appeared on The Spun. Angel Reese has added yet another incredible achievement to her resume this Wednesday. On Tuesday night, Reese learned that she'll team up with Napheesa Collier for her second All-Star appearance. They'll square off against Caitlin Clark and her star-studded supporting cast. Advertisement Less than 24 hours later, Reese showed off her signature sneaker with Reebok. She also revealed that she's this year's cover athlete for the WNBA Edition of NBA 2K26. That's quite the achievement for the second-year star from LSU. "Being on the cover of NBA 2K26 and debuting my first-ever signature shoe with Reebok on thatcover, the Angel Reese 1, is more than a milestone — it's a statement," Reese said. "It's about representation and showing young girls they can be confident, bold, and take up space unapologetically." The WNBA edition of NBA 2K has featured a legendary athlete on the cover over the years, such as Candace Parker, Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi. Last year's game had A'ja Wilson on the cover. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 22: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky reacts against the New York Liberty during the first half at Wintrust Arena on May 22, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by)Reese joining the list of 2K cover athletes at just 23 years old is a testament to her popularity. Advertisement "To be cemented in NBA 2K history is a special honor that reflects not only my journey, but also all the veteran WNBA players who have paved the way before me and the growing impact of the league as a whole," Reese added. As you'd imagine, WNBA fans had a lot to say about Reese's accomplishment. "Online haters work hard but Angel Reese and her team work HARDER," one fan said. "2K26 cover in her signature shoe that she just unveiled today might I add I love good marketing." "Angel Reese making the 2K cover before Caitlin Clark is a lowkey flex on her part," a second fan wrote. "She's the face of the league," another fan declared. Advertisement NBA 2K26 will be released on Sept. 5, so fans won't have to wait too much longer to get their hands on it. Related: WNBA Star Angel Reese Unveils New Signature Sneaker Angel Reese Lands Legendary Cover Over Caitlin Clark, WNBA Stars first appeared on The Spun on Jul 9, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
