The weekend is over, and we’re back for another week. Did you happen to catch what Nick Young was wearing, while leading an unbelievable 27-point comeback last night? If not, we have that and the other top stories for April 30, 2012.

Do you think the Grizzlies were distracted by Young’s kicks during last night’s comeback?

Question is, are these going to release soon?

What other PEs will we see during the playoffs?

If these were to drop, would you cop?

It’s going to be a hot summer with these releasing.

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Only a Zen Master can keep his kicks crispy after two years of rotation. Such was the case with Phil Jackson and his Air Jordan 4s. After sporting them on the sideline during the 1989 season, Phil brought them back out to celebrate his first championship rings as a coach in 1991.

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Driven by its vintage look, the Nike Air Vortex arrives this summer in its true-to-form suede and nylon build. This collection of five utilizes a variety of bright hues that range from magenta to neon lime. In addition, this classically styled lightweight sneaker also employs a full-length foam midsole and rubber waffle outsole for optimum comfort. How do these five pairs compare the  Nike Air Vortex’Fuse’ we previewed last week?

Nike Air Vortex "Summer" Pack

Nike Air Vortex "Summer" Navy/Red-Neon Lime

Nike Air Vortex "Summer" Magenta/Black

Nike Air Vortex "Summer" Yellow/Sand-Pink

Nike Air Vortex "Summer" Beige/Royal Blue

Nike Air Vortex "Summer" Green/Blue-Black

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The Sk8-Hi Suede is a versatile, classic hi-top sneaker from Vans. Seen in countless colorways over the years, this shoe appears this spring in a blend of honey mustard suede, black canvas as well as white leather. Purchase your pair today at Primitive for $60.

Vans Sk8-Hi Suede
Honey Mustard/Black
Spring 2012
$60

Vans Sk8-Hi Suede "Honey Mustard"

Vans Sk8-Hi Suede "Honey Mustard"

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Last Tuesday, a select group of media members were invited out to Los Angeles for the launch of the adidas adiZero Crazy Light 2. Specifically, the mix of invitees boarded a bus to the Los Angeles Clippers practice facility to see and test out the latest and lightest from the Three Stripes.

Sportscaster extraordinaire Gus Johnson emceed the event, setting the stage for adidas Global Basketball Vice President Lawrence Norman and adidas Basketball Category Designer Robbie Fuller. The tandem broke down the design process of the shoe by showing early illustrations and discussed the process of making it lighter (9.5 oz compared to 9.8 oz) and stronger. The pair was passionate about both, but the excitement went to another level when they delved into the model’s hardwood debut.

adidas adiZero Crazy Light 2 Sketches

Rather than align the sequel’s introduction around current pro talent, they set their sights on the next generation of stars. The Baylor Bears, Kansas Jayhawks, Indiana Hoosiers, and Wisconsin Badgers were among the schools that debuted the new model in the NCAA Tournament. Lacing big men and speedy guards alike, this across-the-board endorsement was solidified days later at the McDonald’s High School All-American Game. All 24 players in both the boys and girls laced up the Crazy Light 2.

The evening would conclude with a private dinner and award ceremony. Be on the lookout for Crazy Light 2 sightings in Kicks On Court and look for the “Electricity” colorway and four other makeups to release on May 24th.

Blazer is a fitting name for a silo as sleek as the Nike Blazer Mid AB. This quickstrike version shows off AB’s distinct swoosh-less upper, donning navy perforated suede complete with a navy rubber toe and zipper on its interior side panel. Offsetting the navy is a khaki lining and white outsole. Limited quantities are available now at select Nike Sportswear accounts.

Nike Blazer Mid AB
Midnight Navy/Mid Navy-Khaki
488162-400
$100

Nike Blazer Mid AB "Midnight Navy"

Nike Blazer Mid AB "Midnight Navy"

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