Available: Converse Star Player EVO

It’s seemingly been a tough couple years for Converse in the realm of basketball. The relationship with Dwyane Wade didn’t really pan out the way they hoped. Chris Bosh made an early career switch to the Swoosh. Elton Brand has essentially been a bust in Philadelphia. Players like Jameer Nelson and Andre Miller have moved on to other brands. However, Converse is ready to get back in the picture with their latest release, the Star Player EVO.

The Star Player EVO is a lightweight performance sneaker the pairs modern hoops technology with Converse heritage design. Based on the original Star Player of the 70s, elements of breathability, performance, and cushioning have been updated on the shoe.

Included is an EVA midsole, breathable air-mesh upper-quarter panel and bootie. Topped off with a toe cap, the finished product is a shoe that both looks and performs up to standard.

You can now buy the Star Player EVO in 8 colorways at the Converse website. Retail is $90. Via Sole Collector

Nike Air Max 90 Premium-Grove Green/Matte Silver-Black

Looking to feed off the recent success of the “Infrared” Nike Air Max 90 Retro, comes this latest premium release of the Air Max 90. Staying away from the traditional Suede and mesh build, this pair opts for a complete grove green upper, making use of premium leather throughout. Changing it up a bit, nubuck runs along the mudguard and leads to a matte silver midsole. Matte silver also works on the Swoosh, laces, and heel panel.

If you’re looking to pick up the “Grove Green” Air Max 90 Premium, they are now available over at RiceAndBeans. Via Sole Collector

Nation Of Hardwear UPDATES!!

Go over to Nation Of Hardwear to check out the updates they've made to their site, there's new stuff and new features!!

Vans Vault Spectator LX

The Vault by Vans line is always consistent at dropping quality footwear. For the latest Vault by Vans delivery, the line offers two colorways of the Spectator LX. As you can see, a white/black and black on black Spectator LX is now up for grabs. You can grab a pair from Proper or at your local Vans Vault retailer. The Shoe Game

Larry Bird 7UP Commercial - Reeeeal Retro!

I love Larry Bird commercials. Maybe it's the fabulous scripting, or maybe it's because Bird always comes off like he's acting at gunpoint. At least that might explain those blank stares and the lifeless oration.

But this commercial -- which is from Bird's rookie year -- shows us Larry's playful side. Also his painfully dorky side.

The commercial's climax features a hilariously fake dunk, shameless mugging for the camera and the most awkwardly delivered line in Bird's long and storied history of awkwardly delivered lines.I hope that bottle of 7UP was worth it, Larry. Via Basketbawful

Air Jordan Retro 11 – “Cool Grey” – New Images

As is usually the case, once the first images of a new shoe leak, more promptly follow. After taking a first-look at the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan Retro 11, more images of the highly anticipated sneaker have surfaced. Unlike the previous set of images, this pair comes in an adult size, and even shows what they look like while being worn. Once again you see the blue tint on the sole that some readers speculated might not be as evident on the adult sizes. After taking a couple looks, how do you feel about this year’s Cool Grey 11 Retro? Via Sole Collector

Nike Dunk SB Mid-Black/Aquamarine

Adding to next month’s Nike SB releases is a simple SB Dunk Mid that is sure to turn heads with its nice combination of materials. Sporting a complete black base, this SB Dunk mid features a mix of suede and smooth leather on the upper while Aquamarine hits the laces and tongue logo. Black laces are also included for the simpler outfit.

Expect for these to hit your local Nike SB retailers sometime next month. Via Sole Collector