New Balance Announces the New Balance KAWHI II “New Money”

New Balance and Kawhi Leonard have more on the way.

The Boston-based brand and the decorated basketball player for the Los Angeles Clippers have introduced their second model in the New Balance KAWHI line.

The New Balance KAWHI II is engineered for utmost performance and a full assortment of apparel. The New Balance KAWHI II encompasses Leonardâ€s goal of a lighter, more explosive signature shoe. The KAWHI II features an updated performance plate that works with the full-length FuelCell midsole providing the ultimate energy return. The KAWHI II also includes  FitWeave Lite, a lightweight woven textile giving players adaptive stretch and support where they need it the most.

“To release a second version of a signature shoe together with New Balance is an honor and a privilege,” Kawhi Leonard said. “My goal was to be fully immersed in every aspect of the design process to create a shoe that truly reflects me as a person and as an athlete. From the new innovation in the KAWHI II to the inspiration behind ‘New Money†colorway, I hope the next generation of athletes strive for excellence on and off the court.”

Inspired by entrepreneurship and a stive for excellence beyond sport, the “New Money” colorway aims to inspire the next generation of athletes.

“Kawhi wanted to honor his gameplay and deliver a shoe that spoke to him as an individual,” New Balance Design Director Jonathan Grondin said. “Together with our Sports Research Lab, we developed innovative technologies for todayâ€s basketball athlete in the new KAWHI II. Working with an athlete of Kawhiâ€s caliber is so exciting, he comes to every meeting with ideas we can truly create together and is always willing to do something different.”

The New Balance KAWHI II “New Money” releases for $160 on March 19 on NewBalance.com and select retailers. The shirts ($40), pants ($75), and hoodie ($80) will be available alongside the footwear. As always, our sneaker monitors and release day strategy will have members ready for drop day.

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