Sneaker prices are rising faster than the rent but there are still tons of affordable options available that don’t require sacrificing style or comfort. Example A would be adidas’ Clima Cool Fresh Ride, pictured here in the prime blue, metallic and collegiate navy colorway. Read the rest of this entry »

While we don’t know exactly who’ll be wearing them yet, we get an early glimpse at the jerseys for the upcoming NBA All-Star game, which will take place on Sunday, February 26th at the Amway Center in sunny Orlando. Read the rest of this entry »

Regardless of the NBA’s season’s length, a visit to Madison Square Garden is always a special occasion. Tonight when the Chicago Bulls take on the New York Knicks, Derrick Rose will mark the event by debuting the latest colorway of his signature shoe: the adiZero Rose 2.5. Read the rest of this entry »

These adiMega Torsion Flex CC’s? Zesty! Yes, that’s the word we’ll use to describe them. Absolutely zesty. Read the rest of this entry »

Most sneaker buyers don’t do retail. We either end up paying above it to get our hands on the harder to get releases or we wait it out, hoping to catch a steal. By far, KicksDeals.com may be one of the better sites running right now when it comes to achieving the latter. Read the rest of this entry »

See, sneaker advancements like these are the kinds of improvements I marvel at, but try to hold back, lest everyone think I was a loon for being amped over minute details. adidas messed around and made a pair of sneakers that weigh about as much as a stamped envelope. Read the rest of this entry »

A very nice surprise delivery arrived via Fedex yesterday. Our friends at adidas sent over the new adiZero Rose 2 “Windy City” colorway, which Derrick Rose will wear in the Bulls Christmas Day contest against the Lakers. Thanks fellas! Read the rest of this entry »

adidas releases a new commercial starring Dwight Howard, Eric Gordon, Jrue Holiday and Big Sean showcasing the new adiZero Crazy Light, a basketball sneaker touted as the lightest ever since it’s said to weigh only 9.8 ounces. Totally irrelevant except to myself and maybe a few others whose brains light up when they hear ill little tech specs like that. Read the rest of this entry »

As much as I love a fresh pair of sneakers, I love the backstories behind them just as much. The athletes, records and cultural landmarks make up part of the reason why certain releases gain value and remain coveted years after their release. This November, adidas will be dropping a New York Marathon collection, inspired by nine-time Marathon champion Grete Waitz. Read the rest of this entry »

I suppose it’s finally my turn to step inside the TSS dunking booth and throw myself at the mercy of our readers. But you know what? Bring it on, but also allow me to introduce the Adidas adiPure Trainer. Read the rest of this entry »

My only qualm with the “Away” adiZero Rose 2 was the white soles. I despise white soles as they’re weak foes when it comes to fighting off dirt and staying crispy. The design gods at adidas must have heard my plea for black soles and decided to lay it on thick by creating a triple black version of Rose’s new joints. Read the rest of this entry »

Will and Jada Pinkett Smith Become Part Owners of the Philadelphia 76ers [Vibe]

‘Modern Family’ Most-Watched show on DVR [NYDN]

The Best Of 5-Second Films, Part 2 [Uproxx] Read the rest of this entry »

Derrick Rose is a hometown hero and Chicago was out in full force Saturday to celebrate the launch of Rose’s new adiZero Rose 2. Rose’s day went from in-store appearances at the adidas store on Machine Ave. to State Street Foot Locker to do photo opps and thank supporters. Read the rest of this entry »

The new adidZero Rose 2 “Away” colorway showed up at the doorstep yesterday and these joints are winners, much like the athlete they’re crafted for. Dumb lightweight. Black cracked leather. Bits of patent strategically placed. D. Rose’s signature on the support straps. Read the rest of this entry »

Derrick Rose and adidas give fans a behind the scenes glimpse into his new adiZero Rose 2 commercial, “The Bull.” Read the rest of this entry »