Kids are returning to school, which means basketball is on its way for students just like it is for NBA athletes. As kids get ready to compete this year, there's one thing that's just as important as the hours spent practicing in the gym: the shoes.
NBA legend Michael Jordan's signature shoes were a cultural touchstone, and now an unprecedented number of NBA players have thier own kicks. Here's a list of five shoes young athletes are chomping at the bit to rock on the hardwood this season.
Many fans were stunned when The King chose to sign with the Sixers for what's widely expected to be the swan song of his career. Nonetheless, he'll be spending his 24th season as a professional in the City of Brotherly Love, which means he'll be wearing his 24th signature sneaker with Nike. The shoes were officially unveiled on Wednesday, and James is definitely embracing the youth movement that brought him to Philly.
This iteration of the King's signature sneakers features an innovative "KingKnit" material that makes the shoe the lightest in James' signature line. The model also features a carbon fiber shank for midfoot support and a trimmed-down sole, making for an altogether slimmer silhouette than the bulkier models James' line is known for.
The LeBron 24 releases on November 17 and will retail for $200

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