Reebok is Bringing Back Iconic College Basketball Shoes

Reebok is restocking iconic shoes for Georgetown, Kentucky, Michigan State, and UCLA.

The combination of nostalgia and sneakers is an indescribable feeling. With March Madness in full bloom, Reebok is ready to capitalize on college basketball fans' love of the game.

Although Reebok's glory days might be in the rearview mirror, like your favorite band, they can still rock the house by playing the classics. Just in time for the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament, Reebok is re-releasing several of its most beloved retro sneakers.

Reebok Answer DMX 'Georgetown'

View of navy and white Reebok shoes.
Side view of Allen Iverson's shoes / Reebok

How To Buy: The Reebok Answer DMX 'Georgetown' is releasing at midnight on Saturday, March 25. Hoyas fans can purchase the shoes for $160 in adult sizes on the Reebok website.

Why You Need It: Allen Iverson actually wore Nike and Jordan Brand sneakers during his time with the Georgetown Hoyas. However, the phenom point guard did extend Reebok's relevancy into the early 2000s with his signature line. 

Reebok Pump Omni Zone II 'Kentucky'

View of white and blue Reebok shoes.
Side view of Kentucky's shoes / Reebok

How To Buy: The Reebok Pump Omni Zone II 'Kentucky' is releasing at midnight on Saturday, March 25. Wildcat fans can purchase the shoes for $120 in adult sizes on the Reebok website.

Why You Need It: A lot has changed since the Kentucky Wildcats last wore Reebok on the hardwood. Nike now sponsors the school, and Rick Pitino is coaching for St. Johns. However, the Pump Omni Zone II stands the test of time thanks to its iconic silhouette. 

Reebok Question Mid 'Michigan State'

View ofwhite and green Reebok shoes.
Side view of Michigan State's shoes / Reebok

How To Buy: The Reebok Question Mid 'Michigan State' is releasing at midnight on Saturday, March 25. Spartan fans can purchase the shoes for $160 in adult sizes on the Reebok website.

Why You Need It: The Mateen Cleaves era of Michigan State basketball was nothing short of legendary. The Spartans wore Allen Iverson's first signature shoe in a white and green colorway while cutting down the nets. Now fans can purchase the once-player-exclusive shoes.

Reebok Hurrikaze II 'UCLA'

View of white, blue, and gold Reebok shoes.
Side view of UCLA's shoes / Reebok

How To Buy: The Reebok Hurrikaze II 'UCLA' is releasing at midnight on Saturday, March 25. Bruins fans can purchase the shoes for $170 in adult sizes on the Reebok website.

Why You Need It: The UCLA Bruins rock Jordan Brand on the court these days, but they wore Reebok during their last championship run in 1995. Who can forget the O'Bannon brothers, Earl Watson, and Baron Davis' iconic player-exclusive colorways of Reebok's signature models? Now fans can finally get in on the old-school action.

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Pat Benson
PAT BENSON

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Sports Illustrated's FanNation. 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.