Nike Officially Unveils LeBron James' Nike LeBron TR1

Updated on September 5, 2024•Published January 4, 2024

LeBron James has solidified his legacy with Nike through a lifelong deal. This partnership has produced high-performance basketball sneakers and seen LeBron infuse his style into classic Nike designs. In Fall 2024, this partnership is set to take a new direction with the launch of LeBron's training silhouette, the Nike LeBron TR1 (originally reported to be called the Nike Royalty TR). This release signifies an expansion of LeBron's influence within Nike's product lines, moving beyond the basketball court to encompass athletic training footwear.

LeBron himself debuted the model during a Team USA Basketball warm-up, showcasing a split design upper. However, a month later, Nike officially unveiled the model. Engineered to "be the training shoe for the next generation of athletes," the model was designed with performance, comfort, and street style in mind. An ergonomic and lightweight design emphasizes flexibility in the forefoot, with the model removing the Strobel (the portion of the upper that connects the upper and sole unit) to get wearers closer to the foam cushioning. Glove-like bootie construction and a wider last allow athletes' feet to swell during training, and the midsole warp aids in containment, stability, and comfort. Finally, the outsole contains an inverted waffle pattern to provide traction where athletes need it most.

The Dunk Man colorway will kick off the silhouette, a callback to the iconic Dunk Man colorways of Nike LeBron performance basketball sneakers. Three other colorways, the Zero Dark 30, Purple Rain, and Better With Age, have also been confirmed for the rest of 2024. Alongside these pairs, expect other inline colorways to be released, including University Red Bright Crimson.

LeBron James' Nike LeBron TR1 will debut in the Dunk Man colorway on October 10, 2024, through Nike and select retailers online and in-store. Priced at $130, the sneaker will be available in men's sizing. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app for the latest updates on sneaker releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.