We’re less than two months away from the 2016 Summer Olympics that will be taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil this year.

As the U.S.A. Men’s Basketball team gets ready to go capture the gold, we take a look at one of the sneakers that may be worn a by a few players while they face off against the world. Up above is the all-new Nike Hyperdunk 2016 Low in the USA colorway. As you can tell, this Hyperdunk 2016 Low takes on the traditional patriotic theme as White covers the majority of the upper along with Dark Obsidian on the tongue and inner liner. Completing the USA theme is a Bright Crimson branding on the tongue and midsole as well as an icy blue outsole.

The Nike Hyperdunk 2016 Low USA is scheduled to release on July 2, 2016 at select Nike retailers for $130.

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Author’s Take

Even though the high-top version may be better suited for on-court use, I like the way the Low looks better. This USA colorway is pretty fresh as well.

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While we had anticipated this move for a while, Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike, has officially stepped down from his position on the Nike Inc. board. It was a ceremonious departure for Knight, who had made several media appearances since announcing his retirement in July, 2015. The highlight of his farewell is undoubtedly “Shoe Dog”, a memoir penned by Knight detailing his early years, the formation of Nike, and how the brand evolved to the point of signing Michael Jordan. Knight has sold his remaining supervoting shares in Swoosh LLC, making his son Travis in possession of 2/3 voting control. Apple CEO Tim Cook, a Nike board member since 2005, becomes lead independent director. Truly an end of an era.

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The final piece of the sneaker puzzle for Nike Basketball’s players on Team USA this summer is finally put into place. We already know what stars like Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and Paul George will be wearing, but until now, Draymond Green’s footwear has been in question. Now we know that he’ll be lacing up this all-new Nike hoops model, the Zoom Clear Out. Built as yet another versatile and lightweight model with Zoom cushioning, the Clear Out features an all-mesh upper in a supportive high-top height?although not as high as the Hyperdunk 2016 Elite. Here we preview Draymond’s Team USA colorway in red, white, and blue, along with an all-black edition. Look for both colorways at Nike Basketball retailers now.

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The Nike Air Max 95 recently saw the “Neon” colorway retro that took things back to the basics – even the box was fresh out of 1995. Nike Sportswear has no problem combining the nostalgia of past iconic colorways with new constructions and here the AM95 undergoes some drastic overhauls to morph into the Nike Air Max 95 Ultra SE. The side panel waves remain in a gradient comprised of a sports mesh while the net overlay is ditched for neon Volt and Black Dynamic Flywire cables. The Ultra Moire inspired outsole sheds some extra weight while the visible air unit still retains the cushion-laden ride. What do you think of this updated classic? Check out more photos below and stay tuned for a release date later this summer.

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In addition to its standout Olympic colorway, the newly-introduced Nike Air Pegasus 92/16 is rendered in a more understated palette for its one of its other inaugural finishes this season.

Essentially an updated version of the iconic runner, the main difference for this particular silhouette is the utilization of a Hyperfuse construction that offers more breathability and lightweight feel, in addition to a comfortable Free tooling injected into the forefoot.

Sporting black as its dominant makeup, the stealthy hue is offset with a crisp, white midsole unit. You can find this women’s pair at select Nike retailers overseas first.

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Author’s Take

I’m pretty biased towards this pair, especially because of the new makeup and I’m just a sucker for runners. Even though it’s listed for women, it’s versatile for all genders.

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Nike Basketball’s Hyperdunk has seen its first ever Elite update featuring Flyknit and will be a featured model for this year’s Rio Olympics. If that wasn’t enough, it also marks the eighth anniversary of when the Hyperdunk series debuted for the USA’s Redeem Team. In honor of the occasion, the Nike Hyperdunk 2008 is returning but you might be surprised given this trio’s vibrant monochromatic finishes. Available in Photo Blue, Solar Red, and Volt, the highlighter-like pack isn’t afraid to show its bold side. Which colorway are you feeling? Check out more photos below and stay tuned for release details right here on Sneaker News.

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Aside from the women?s variation of the Nike Air Pegasus 92/16 Olympic that will debut tomorrow, another Olympic-themed edition of the modernized runner is introduced, this time rendered in light grey across its knitted/hyerfuse upper.

Promoting a much lighter feel and more breathability, the respective theme is evident with red accents on the Swoosh and tongue tab, followed by touches of navy located on the tongue and portions of its outsole. The shimmering gold accent to symbolize the first-place medal is prominently displayed on its heel unit.

All resting atop a comfortable white zoom sole unit with enhanced cushioning, you can find this pair at select Nike retailers very soon.

Stay tuned for its availability stateside.

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Author’s Take

I?m a sucker for runners and I like the modernized upgrade. I?m also biased towards this theme, but, it?s a solid offering overall.

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Aside from the Rio-printed pair that pays tribute to the city’s lights at night, the revamped Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 92 will also be treated in the Olympic theme to perfectly coordinate with the 2016 Summer Games.

Compared to its predecessor, the runner flaunts a more streamlined profile with its upgraded foam-like/mesh seamless upper. Rendered predominantly in white, the theme is encapsulated with pops of red adorning the inner lining and frontal portion of the outsole, followed by navy hits on the Swooshes, tongue branding, heel unit and portion of its mudguard. Finally, gold accents on the heel counter evoke first-place medal given in the award ceremonies.

Outfitted with a comfortable Zoom Air unit to top off its design, you can purchase this pair at select Nike retailers real soon.

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Author’s Take

I’m a sucker for this theme and I like the revamped makeup overall. You can’t go wrong with a classic silhouette either. This is another stylish offering.

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Introducing the Nike Hyperdunk 2016 Low. The Hyperdunk series has stayed busy lately thanks to premium retros of the original model showing up in honor of Olympic season, but we’ve never seen so many different renditions of one of Nike Basketball’s premier models pop-up all at once. There’s the traditional tooling found on the Hyperdunk 2016, an Elite model helmed by NikeLab featuring a high-arching Flyknit collar to rival the crazy playoff KD 8s, and now this low top – undoubtedly the most understated of the bunch. Shades of the Kyrie 2 can be found on the midsole, a full-length Zoom Air provides cushion, Dynamic Flywire creates a lockdown fit, and the heel construction shows signs of brilliance. This White/Dark Obsidian-Bright Crimson colorway is perfect for the upcoming Olympics, but do you think we’ll see any of Coach K’s players wearing it? Continue onward for more detailed shots of the latest Hyperdunk Low and be sure to check out the Nike Hyperdunk 2016 Elite slated to debut in this summer’s Olympics.

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John Calipari may not have had the opportunity to recruit LeBron James out of High School given the simple decision to declare for the draft 13 years ago, but you can bet Kentucky’s one-and-done specialist is going to try and get LeBron James Jr. to wear Kentucky blue in a few years. The latest Nike LeBron 13 Low goes into full Kentucky mode with his monochromatic Game Royal offering with touches of Dark Grey on the branding throughout. What results is a simple pair perfect for any occasion during the summer months, whether it be casual wear or serious hooping. Check out detailed photos below and stay tuned for a release date in the near future.

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In addition to the photo blue and solar red offerings, the Nike Hyperdunk 2008 is introduced in yet another eye-catching tone for summer.

Now draped in volt, the basketball sneaker was essentially popularized by Kobe Bryant during his early tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers. Defined by a flywire-reinforced upper, the model is outfitted with leather overlays across the toe box, eye stays, heel panel and collar for a premium touch.

Finished off with a matching full-length rubber sole unit, you can buy the model at select Nike retailers overseas now, while a stateside release is expected soon.

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Author’s Take

I like bball shoes in general, but I?m not that much of a fan of this design. I adore it tonal colorways but I?m not really interested in purchasing.

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Aside from the standout Think Pink offering, the new Nike Zoom Hypershift will be offered in a traditional finish this season as well.

Sporting a stealthy black finish across its breathable mesh upper with synthetic overlays, the understated makeup is complemented with crisp white Swooshes adorning its heel, as it’s also evident on the tongue, insoles and outsole.

All resting atop a matching rubber sole unit equipped with Zoom cushioning for added comfort, you can find this pair at select Nike retailers very soon.

Stay tuned for updates.

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Author’s Take

I like sleekness of the silhouette and this colorway is simply classic/versatile. I’d buy a pair if I constantly played bball.

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The revamped Nike Air Max 95 Ultra SE will be introduced in a new colorway this season which takes cues from the OG Neon pair.

Unlike its traditional counterpart, this variation of the iconic runner is defined by a mixture of mesh and foam to create a seamless upper instead. Built to be much more lightweight and sleeker, the model’s aesthetic is also modernized with an exposed flywire system that evokes a deconstructed appeal.

Sporting a mixture of light and dark grey shades across the upper, the defining hue is prominently seen on the flywire, miniature Swooshes across its heel and visible air bubble unit in the sole.

Stay tuned to KicksOnFire for an official release date.

Author’s Take

I?ll always be a fan of this model. I really like the exposed lacing system and the build on this pair is solid. This colorway is a crowd pleaser as well.

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The Nike Kyrie 2 Triple Black was scheduled to drop this weekend, but now, the stealthy model’s official release has been delayed by a week.

Now scheduled for July 9th, it’s unclear if select Nike retailers nationwide will also offer the silhouette on that same day, although, the Swoosh’s official online shop won’t list the sneaker for availability until next weekend. The sneaker is essentially defined by all-black across its Hyperfuse constructed upper, suede mid-foot strap, mesh tongue, collar and full-length rubber sole unit.

Retail price is listed at $120.

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Author’s Take

It was about time this colorway was applied on the silhouette. It obviously looks sleek and solid. I?m a fan and this should garner the attention it deserves.

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Kobe’s career in the NBA may be over, but it looks like he’s already back on the court in some capacity, for his Asian basketball clinic tour with Nike. Recently stopping in Taipei, Taiwan, Kobe hosted a “Bring Your Game” basketball clinic for area youth, and spoke about his career and lifelong focus and drive for the game. Fittingly, Kobe hit the court wearing the “Great Career Recall” edition of the Kobe 11. See a few photos from the event below in Taipei, where former NBA player Dee Brown also made an appearance.

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