Nike's prototype Victor Wembanyama shoes, unveiled in Paris this week ahead of Friday's Olympic Opening Ceremony, aren't exactly earning slam-dunk reviews. The introduction of the Wemby kicks follows May's release of the Nike G.T. Hustle 2.
Nike's prototype Victor Wembanyama shoes, unveiled in Paris this week ahead of Friday's Olympic Opening Ceremony, aren't exactly earning slam-dunk reviews.
The introduction of the Wemby kicks follows May's release of the Nike G.T. Hustle 2. However, some online fans are complaining that the new laceless white shoes with an orange base resemble slippers more than basketball court-ready footwear.described the shoes “This is incredibly disappointing considering the incredible marketing that was done that kick-started the Nike x Victor Wembanyama partnership,” Powell wrote.The prototype Wemby shoe is inspired by the Rookie of the Year’s “love for science fiction,” according to a tweet fromNBA reporter Ben Golliver. Wembanyama also reportedly requested a low-profile design because the Spurs player likes to walk barefoot, Golliver added.
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