LeBron’s Nike Air Zoom Generation “Purple Suede” Is Dropping Soon

Mar. 30, 2023

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The Nike Air Zoom Generation “Purple Suede” is a PE not introduced until 2018, and it may have just been a harbinger of things to come for LeBron James. The purped-out silhouette was worn by LeBron during Game 3 of the 2018 NBA Finals, a series that Golden State would go on to win and that would be James’ last in Cleveland. The next time he decided to rock the pair, along with a pair of Lakers shorts by Don C, LeBron was watching Los Angeles in a Summer League game having recently signed with the team as a free agent.

Now, nearly five years after they were first spotted, the “Purple Suedes” are getting a general release. A slight deviation defines the pair, as both suede and nubuck are used for the all-purple upper. What remains, however, is an absolute color treatment for the Air Zoom Generation, including a semi-translucent outsole.

The Air Zoom Generation “Purple Suede,” or officially “Court Purple,” is expected to release June 21st for $190. It’ll come as part of a wider revival of LeBron’s first signature sneaker and is one of the most anticipated of all. Download the DROPS by SoleSavy app to stay informed on all your sneaker news.

Nike Air Zoom Generation “Court Purple”
Color: Court Purple/Court Purple-Court Purple
Style Code: FJ0667-500
Release Date: June 21, 2023
Price: $190

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