A lot of things are happening on the hardwood lately, what with Spike Lee rocking the Yankee LeBron VIIs and Kobe sporting the (NIKE) RED laces. But surely, those are surpassed with the first look at the HWC version of the Nike Air Max LeBron VII (7). If you don’t know what the heck HWC stands for, then you’re not too knowledgeable in the NBA field. HWC stands for “Hardwood Classic,” meaning throwback to a team’s past years and their respective uniforms. The LeBron VII gets a sweet royal blue/white/orange colorway to match the Cavs’ uniform of the late 80′s. Stay tuned for a more in-depth look at the shoe and any release info.






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Recently, we provided you with a first look at the Air Jordan 2009, Jordan Brand‘s newest signature sneaker set to release next year. We now have detailed pictures of the same pair that clearly illustrate what the sneaker is all about. Being referred to by a multitude of names including Air Jordan 2009, Air Jordan 2K9, and Air Jordan 24, this sneaker is surrounded by anticipation of what it will actually look like when it hits store shelves in 2009. Through these pictures of a sample pair, we can conclude that the Air Jordan 2009 will most definitely yield a pleasant basketball experience to any athlete due to the level of support and traction that is provided. Demonstrated by the carbon-fiber plate in the sole and the unique ankle cushion in the sneaker, Jordan Brand is definitely aiming towards making a sneaker that will perform well on the court as well as look good off the courts. Featuring a full white leather upper accented by a black rear design and a marble-like midsole, this colorway is very simple yet it maintains a sleek look. Another key design detail not noticed by many people is the fact that there is not much use of the Air Jordan Jumpman logo on the outside of the sneaker except for the lace tips and tongue. Expect to see the Air Jordan 2009 on store shelves in February of 2009. Via x-kicks.