Now that the Kristaps Porzingis signing is official, NDP of Nice Kicks published a detailed look at the PEs that Porzingis will be wearing on-court this NBA season.
The first thing you might notice is that these have six eyelets/lace loops which is a little different than most retail pairs. I believe Wiggins’ PE is the same as well. Is adidas making pairs that are more suitable for on-court use for their NBA athletes rather than paying customers? Yes and no.
Adidas is making a shoe that might not be suitable for an NBA athlete with a size 17 foot more suitable. But if you wear a smaller size then everything on that retail pair is suitable for on-court use, as it’s been scaled down by size and weight requirements. Some say that the small change makes the shoe more aesthetically pleasing. I don’t mind the look either way so long as the colorway is nice.
There is no word on whether or not a Porzingis PE colorway could potentially hit retail, but never say never as it could happen. We’ve been seeing more and more PE renditions of adidas models hitting retail so it isn’t impossible.
Check out KP’s Crazy Explosive NYK PEs below and let us know what you think. Which one is your favorite? The white-based pair is looking pretty clean.
The black pair is FIRE!
the black pair is clean af
please let them offer the black pair with 6 eyelets to general public. my only hesitation on the shoe is 4 eyelets on a high top just doesn’t seem like enough no matter what weartesters gang says. I was going to get DRose 7 primeknit, but if these 3 PE colorways come out as is, then I’m definitely getting that black pair.
The pairs with 6 eyelets won’t be releasing. Not sure if the larger retail sizes have 6 eyelets or not… if they don’t then that’d be questionable. However, I’d try these out and if they’re not to your liking on-court then adidas will likely refund you. Just double check their return policy to be certain.
Don’t kill the dream Chris! All I want are 2 extra eyelets…or size 17 feet. Is that really asking for the world…I say NO! Keep up the great work Mr. Nightwing
KRS-Six! These are dope. I’d rock all three if they were general releases.
I like the white pair.
there are more lacing loops right?
Yes, Nightwing mentioned that specifically in the piece
i like how you try to keep up with the readers as much as you can man. i really appreciate it.
my bad, i read it it later.
The black upper with the blue outsole would’ve been very nice.
Another CE colorway, yet again the translucent outsole…..,
The colorways are nice though, KP6!
Black Pair is sick. Would definitely cop those if they made a low top version
Kp 6
All these PEs are NICE… especially like the black/orange
Really looks better with the added loop, gives the shoe a more coherent look. It’s a pity those wont be sold.
I totally agree
I love my CE but they look a little odd with only 3 loops on size 15. They’re still a great performer.
These are fire. I really hope these release in NYC. Adidas has most of the Knicks starting lineup now with D Rose, KP, and Noah.
Damn…I love all three, but especially the black ones. I already have the triple black ones, but adidas is making me want these new ones right now. I’m glad they’re making better colorways and using more primeknit. Just don’t f@&k up the lillards!
That black pair. Bruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuh, that’s a sick sick colorway. I’m not a Knicks fan but good for you guys on having these colorways (on top of having an awesome shoe, of course)
Based on the thumbnails from a mobile device I thought it was just gonna be black and orange (which was fine) but the blue hits..Ooh wee!
The white base is the most clean in the eye…i want to buy one pair and now I will have to wait if this specific pair hit retail market..its dope without a doubt
The added shoelace holes really turns it up 2 notches. Looks sleek, rather than gimmicky.
Please make these available to the public. I’d buy all 3 pairs!!!
I want to buy the bottom, blue pair immediately. Best shoes I’ve ever seen.