LeBron James Wears Nike LeBron 21 'USC Trojans' Against Suns
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When you are the NBA's all-time leading scorer and have a building named after you on Nike's campus, you are going to receive an endless supply of rare sneakers. Of all the hoop shoes to choose from, LeBron James continues to wear sneakers that support his son's school.
During Sunday afternoon's game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Phoenix Suns, James debuted yet another USC Trojans colorway of the Nike LeBron 21.
Perhaps it was due to USC's win over arch-rival UCLA last night, but there is never a bad day to debut more player-exclusive sneakers in a nationally televised game.
We have seen James play in multiple Trojans-inspired colorways throughout this season, and this might be Nike's best work yet. Below is a detailed look at the sneakers and how to find affordable alternatives.
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The Nike LeBron 21 'USC Trojans' colorway.
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James debuted a home-white 'USC Trojans' colorway of the Nike LeBron 21 on Sunday. The shoes sport a white upper contrasted by cardinal and gold detailing. The white and speckled midsole sits atop a clear outsole. Lastly, USC's iconic logo appears on the tongues.
Unfortunately for athletes and fans, these basketball shoes will not be released to the public. The silver lining is that online shoppers can choose from several colorways of James' new and retro sneakers on the Nike website.
James' 21st signature sneaker was officially launched in September 2023 for $200. Although it lacked the fanfare of its predecessor, the Nike LeBron 21 has steadily grown on the sneaker community. James' never-ending supply of rare colorways has certainly helped persuade fans who were initially on the fence.
Additionally, the Nike LeBron 21 touts some of the best performance technology the brand has to offer. The model has a cabling system that works with Air Zoom cushioning for low-to-the-ground design. The lightweight shoe is still capable of supporting one of the most powerful players in NBA history.
USC is gearing up for a push in the Pac-12 Conference Tournament, and the Lakers are mounting another playoff push - it is a great time for sneakerheads. Stay locked into FanNationKicks.com for all your footwear news.
