Pat Benson

Pat Benson

Joined: Jul 1, 2022

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Kicks On Sports Illustrated. As a leading voice in footwear journalism, he breaks news, spotlights important stories, and interviews the biggest names in sports. Previously, Pat has reported on the NBA and authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)." You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Nike sneakers return in Seattle Mariners colors.

The Curry 13 is marked down by 25% in every colorway online.

Victor Wembanyama has new Nike basketball shoes on the way.

The Air Jordan 3 "Spring Is In The Air" colorway is still available online.

The Minted New York x Saucony Endorphin Pro 5.

Off Court

Official campaign images, tech specs, and shopping information for the Minted New York x Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 running shoes.

The Converse SHAI 001 Premium "Steel" colorway.

On Court

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard SGA debuted the upcoming Converse SHAI 001 Premium "Steel" colorway against the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low EM Protro "WNBA" colorway.

News

Kobe Bryant's ninth signature Nike basketball shoe is dropping in a WNBA-inspired colorway celebrating women's basketball.

Nike is celebrating the WNBA's 30th anniversary.

News

Nike is celebrating the WNBA's 30th anniversary with special shoes for Sabrina Ionescu, A'ja Wilson, and Devin Booker.

Rickie Fowler for Tropicana.

Interviews

Interview with golf star Rickie Fowler on his Tropicana partnership, love of orange juice, and favorite shades of orange.

The Women's Air Jordan 11 Low "Mother's Day" colorway.

News

Official pictures, pricing, and release information for the Women's Air Jordan 11 Low "Mother's Day" colorway.

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Derek Fisher's Nike Air Max Uptempo is available online.

News

NBA legend Derek Fisher's Nike Air Max Uptempo "Lakers" colorway is available online now at select retailers.

The Nike Sabrina 3 'WNBA 30th' colorway.

News

Official images, pricing, and release information for the five best sneakers dropping between May 7-9, 2026.

The Air Jordan 6 "Cap and Gown" is still in stock online.

Despite the hype leading up to its launch date, the Air Jordan 6 "Cap and Gown" colorway is still available at or below the retail price online.

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker wears the Nike Book 2.

Rankings, pictures, and shopping information for the ten best basketball shoes worn during NBA games throughout April 2026.

Timothy Weah for New Balance.

Interview with U.S. Men's National Team star Timothy Weah on New Balance's plans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Nike Ja 3 "Uncle Phil" celebrates Ja Morant's mentor.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant's third signature Nike basketball shoe drops in the "Uncle Phil" colorway on May 4, 2026.