Nike Nods To LeBron James’ Birth Year Of 1984 On This LeBron NXXT Gen

Updated on March 7, 2023•Published March 2, 2023

Nike Basketball has for years introduced the world to signature silhouettes from major stars in the athletic world, however, these models often come with a hefty price tag that not all consumers can cough up. That’s where takedown silhouettes come in, cheaper and alternative versions of the latest signature sneaker in Nike’s lineup from athletes like LeBron James. For the takedown version of the LeBron 20 we have the LeBron NXXT Gen, a similarly constructed model that comes at a lower price point and so far has been seen in a handful of colorways. Now, the silhouette is taking on a “1984” theme that nods to The King's birth year.

Taking on an engineered mesh upper, the silhouette comes covered primarily in grey shades with vibrant hits of color seen accenting throughout. This tonal grey hue makes its way to the lace set and tongue where LeBron and Nike branding land on a suede patch up top. Along the midfoot we see an iridescent purple Nike Swoosh come accented by a black 3D embroidered Swoosh just below as well as a hit of baby blue, pink, and royal blue near the heel. On the spine of the heel, we see an “XX” lace dubrae that on the LeBron 20 lands near the vamp with this NXXT Gen model giving the metallic accessory a pinkish-red finish. Rounding out the upper is the medial side’s large blue suede patch while everything is completed by a white foam midsole paired with a pink semi-translucent rubber outsole.

The Nike LeBron NXXT Gen 1984 is set to release on March 16th, 2023 through Nike and select retailers online and in-store. Coming in men’s sizing, the retail price is set at $160. Keep it locked to our Twitter and the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.