The Nike LeBron 21 Is Inspired By LeBron James’ Daughter Zhuri

[{"selector":"#anim-303496cb-fdc9-4ca5-b2a8-4b9644d86a12 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-21.999024278072604%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] In July, photos of the Nike LeBron 21 surfaced courtesy of none other than the athlete himself.

[{"selector":"#anim-8ebcb39e-8cfa-44de-92be-4141ceea93ca [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(7.105427357601002e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] The Swoosh is now officially revealing the sneaker, sharing not only what's under the hood but also that it will be available for purchase on September 28th.

[{"selector":"#anim-fcaf68bc-1257-4951-8c4b-8219c7bfe83c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-30.419016803020583%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Originally designed for the next generation, the Nike LeBron 21 was created thanks to LeBron James' 8-year-old daughter, Zuri.

[{"selector":"#anim-4abd9ae0-81b3-4aaf-9a71-b6aba4b7c77a [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-20.83083814635595%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Designed to protect the modern player, this shoe takes inspiration from the humble oyster, with its outsole deliberately striped to look like the veins of the shell, while also incorporating explosive movement.

[{"selector":"#anim-3f042b3b-3b30-4250-98f4-145bcf2df4dc [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-27.520343444064476%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Which consists of a mono-mesh base layered on top with 360 degree zonal cables. Underfoot, the sole unit houses a Zoom Turbo unit at the forefoot and a bottom-loaded, 13-millimeter Zoom unit for propulsion;

[{"selector":"#anim-768008c1-2e2f-403e-8130-2148ffd36c62 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-27.812499865367112%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] A full-length Cushion 2.0 foam for comfort; And a TPU midfoot shank for stability as well as an added pop.

[{"selector":"#anim-093a3141-355e-4bad-ae15-f8c5bb60136f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-22.553879143802842%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] We were inspired by the way LeBron maintained his body and his game during the offseason." "His coach says it's like taking care of an F1 car.

[{"selector":"#anim-565590d7-5a1a-4431-a9a9-de4d0a5c508b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(20.83083814635595%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Releasing in full family sizing, the Nike LeBron 21 “Akoya” will be available globally on September 28th.