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.

The Nike Ja 3 was a standout sneaker during the 2025-26 NBA season.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson made history for Nike.

The Air Jordan 5 "Black Carolina" colorway drops on June 20.

Neymar was out of the lineup, but still made footwear headlines on Friday.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low dropped in home and away "USA" colorways.

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Soccer is gearing up for its biggest tournament, so Nike dropped home and away colorways for the United States.

The Air Jordan 12 "Bloodline" colorway.

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The Air Jordan 12 "Bloodline" sold out shortly after its release, but is still available online at Foot Locker.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark wears the Nike Kobe 6 Protro "Eras Tour" colorway.

On Court

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark debuted Nike Kobe 6 Protro "Eras Tour" in honor of Taylor Swift.

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby has put Skechers on the map in the Big Apple.

On Court

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby has made Skechers relevant in the Big Apple thanks to his play in the 2026 NBA Finals.

The adidas Samba OG "Mexico" colorway.

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Pictures, product details, and shopping information for the five best soccer shoes to wear during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The DOAF x Nike Air Max 1 "Tokyo" colorway.

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Official images, pricing, and release information for the limited-edition DOAF x Nike Air Max 1 "Tokyo" sneakers.

Victor Wembanyama's Nike G.T. Hustle 3 is marked down in multiple colorways.

News

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama's player-exclusive Nike basketball shoes are up to 53% off online.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark discussed her new Nike basketball shoes.

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark explained the Nike Kobe 5 Protro "Midwest Lakes" colorway and teased her upcoming signature shoe.

Tiger Woods debuts Sun Day Red's Summer Championship Collection.

Official campaign images, product details, and shopping information for Sun Day Red's Summer Championship Collection.

The Air Jordan 3 "BIN 23" colorway drops this week.

Official images, pricing, and release information for the Air Jordan 3 "BIN 23" sneakers.

Spike Lee's custom Air Jordan 3 "Citrus" colorway.

Official images and details for Spike Lee's custom Air Jordan 3 sneakers to be worn during Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals.

Foot Locker is dropping Jalen Brunson's Nike Kobe 5 "NYvsNY" colorway early.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson's Nike Kobe 5 Protro "NYvsNY" colorway drops early at select Foot Locker locations.