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These are the worst NBA player custom sneakersAn NBA player’s signature shoe is the ultimate signifier of their brand. These kicks reflect and refract the personality and power of those who wear them. Since Michael Jordan signed with Nike in 1984, the shoe skyrocketed from casual mediocrity into a phenomenon all its own. Almost every major bask...

New Balance wants us to believe Jack Harlow can ball with Kawhi LeonardAmid all the talk about load management and the L.A. Clippers’ legit chances of bringing home their first NBA title, we’ve totally neglected one blemish on the résumé of Kawhi Leonard. The fact that New Balance tries to sell the world that rapper Jack Harlow is a formidable opponent to “The Claw” on...

Kawhi Leonard Sues Nike, Says They Stole Control Of His Original Logo DesignKawhi Leonard has sued Nike, the apparel company with whom he recently ended an endorsement contract, over control of the “Klaw” logo used to identify his branded merchandise. Kawhi says he provided the logo to Nike, and that Nike’s claim to ownership of the logo is based upon an underhanded move to...

I Hate My Wide Feet

My feet are big. Not in a potentially good way, the way that might grab the interest of an NBA scout. Or in the way that might set a woman to wondering. No. My feet are wide....

The Legal Fight Between Nike And Boris Berian Is Heating Up 

Nike is steamed that 800-meter star Boris Berian has had the temerity to both reject their contract offer and continue to run very well, all the while wearing New Balance gear. In fact, they’re so riled up over losing Berian—who only two years ago was flipping burgers—they’ve filed for a federal cou...

Nike Sues 800-Meter Star Boris Berian For Breach Of Contract

Last night at the Hoka One One Classic, 800-meter runner Boris Berian tweeted that he was being sued by Nike:...

You Do Not Love New Balance As Much As This Guy

A reader sends us this photo of a man with New Balance shoes, New Balance socks, and, oh yeah, a goddamn New Balance tattoo. Rovell would be proud of this brand loyalty....

Made In America

New Balance kicks—from A Continuous Lean. So fresh....