What to know
- The LeBron XXII features locked-down support for powerful movement in a lightweight, agile design that enables confidence in every cut, pivot and drive.
- The latest model in LeBron's signature lineage pairs performance with luxury, incorporating high-end materials and stitching in a rich, elevated construction flush with LeBron's personal design influence.
- The silhouette will be available on Nike.com and at select retail locations from 1 November.
For most, pressure is a problem. But for LeBron James, pressure presents opportunity.
LeBron's latest signature silhouette is the product of decades of embracing, channelling and rising above pressure. The LeBron XXII is crafted to enhance his game while also inspiring the next generation of hoopers, who, like their icon, thrive under pressure, rather than avoiding it.
"We engineered the LeBron XXII to match his powerful and agile playing style", says Ross Klein, Senior Director, Men's Basketball Footwear Product Design. "To move with the force and precision LeBron needs, we focused on delivering maximum locked-down control, all while maintaining the speed, lightweight feel and court connection that he's loved in his recent signature models".
The LeBron XXII introduces a new midfoot saddle construction that acts as a guardrail and provides a natural sense of control and stability, enabling the next generation to lock in, take off and push the limits with confidence. The shoe also features Cushlon 2.0 foam throughout the midsole for enhanced comfort with every step, while Zoom technology in the heel and forefoot ensures powerful propulsion and soft landings.
The low-top silhouette helps keep athletes grounded and allows for unrestricted movement while maintaining control. Outsole features, including traction zones, are engineered to support key movements, such as LeBron's jab steps, reverse pivots, take-offs and step-backs.
The LeBron XXII blends performance with luxury, using premium materials, elevated performance construction and refined detailing that's designed to handle the demands of any stage, from the hardwood to Hollywood. LeBron's personal style is evident throughout the shoe, from bold, disruptive colourways inspired by his design influence to his signature embedded in the heel, giving the shoe a distinct and personal touch.
The silhouette will be available in kids' sizes, 13.5–6, with subtle design changes for a kid-right fit and feel, including the removal of the Zoom technology and modifications to the outsole tread.
The release of LeBron's latest signature model closely follows the announcement of his first training shoe, the LeBron TR1, which transcends disciplines in an all-day silhouette that appeals to multi-sport athletes seeking both top-tier performance and bold street style.
The LeBron XXII will be available on Nike.com and select retail locations from 1 November.
The LeBron XXII applies the pressure, offering locked-down support for explosive movement
