Pat Benson

Pat Benson

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Kicks On Sports Illustrated. Previously, he has reported on the NBA, authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)," and interviewed some of the biggest names in the sports world. You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.

Dennis Rodman holds the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low 'Velvet Brown' sneaker.
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Dennis Rodman & Travis Scott Channel Willy Wonka in Air Jordan Ad

NBA legend Dennis Rodman played the role of Willy Wonka in Travis Scott's new Air Jordan sneaker commercial.

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The Oregon Ducks unveiled their player-exclusive Nike Kobe 6 cleats for the Rose Bowl.
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Oregon Ducks Unveil Nike Kobe 6 Cleats for Rose Bowl

The Oregon Ducks football team unveiled their player-exclusive Nike Kobe 6 cleats for the Rose Bowl.

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The Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low 'Velvet Brown' drops on December 21, 2024.
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The Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low 'Velvet Brown' Drops Saturday

Official pictures, pricing, and release information for the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low 'Velvet Brown' colorway.

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Dec 19, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; A detail view of the shoes worn by Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) before the start of the game against the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center.
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LeBron James Debuts Nike LeBron 22 "Duke Blue Devils"

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James debuted the Nike LeBron 22 in a player-exclusive "Duke Blue Devils" colorway.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts received a fine for wearing mismatched Air Jordan cleats.
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NFL Fines Jalen Hurts for Air Jordan Cleats & Jordan Brand Responds

The NFL fined Philadelphia Eagles quarterback $5,628 for violating the league’s uniform and equipment rules with his cleats.

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Dec 3, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; A detail view of the shoes worn by Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Ball Arena.
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Watch Nikola Jokic's Amazing First Sneaker Commercial

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has starred in the first commercial for his signature basketball shoe.

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James Harden unveiled the first six colorways of the adidas Harden Vol. 9.
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James Harden Reveals Release Dates for Adidas Harden Vol. 9

James Harden provided pictures and release dates for the first six colorways of the adidas Harden Vol. 9.

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Feb 27, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) reacts to a call in the third quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Fiserv Forum.
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Damian Lillard Signs Lifetime Sneaker Deal With Adidas

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard has signed a lifetime sneaker deal with adidas.

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The FootJoy Premiere Series Packard LX ranks among the top ten golf shoes of 2024.
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Ranking the 10 Best Golf Shoes of 2024

Ranking the ten best golf shoes of 2024 with pictures, pricing, and shopping information.

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Adidas designed player-exclusive colorways of Donovan Mitchell's signature sneaker for NCAA teams.
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Donovan Mitchell's Adidas Sneakers Get NCAA Colorways

Five NCAA basketball programs received player-exclusive colorways of Donovan Mitchell's sixth signature adidas sneaker.

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves' second signature Rigorer sneaker is dropping in the 'Snowman' colorway.
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Austin Reaves' Sneakers Drop in 'Snowman' Colorway

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves' signature Rigorer basketball shoes are dropping in the 'Snowman' colorway.

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New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson's fourth signature Jordan Brand sneaker has surfaced online.
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First Look: Zion Williamson's 4th Jordan Brand Signature Sneaker

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson's fourth signature sneaker with Jordan Brand has appeared online.

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