The Top 5 Sneaker Releases This Weekend

How to buy the five best sneakers releasing from June 8-12 at retail price online.
The Top 5 Sneaker Releases This Weekend
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With the arrival of warmer weather and Father's Day around the corner, now is a great time to invest in a new pair of shoes for the summer. Whether buying some kicks for yourself or the dad in your life, the choices can sometimes be overwhelming.

A handful of sneaker brands are bringing the heat this weekend with multiple highly-anticipated releases. Below is the FanNation Kicks list of the five best sneakers releasing from June 8-12, 2023.

Air Jordan 1 High 'Washed Heritage'

Side view of grey and white Air Jordan sneakers.
A detailed look at the Air Jordan 1 / Nike

Why it Matters: Michael Jordan's first signature sneaker is one of the few shoes that never goes out of style. The Air Jordan 1 High returns in the 'Washed Heritage' colorway, which features premium materials and classic cool colors.

How to Buy: The Air Jordan 1 High 'Washed Heritage' is releasing at 10:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, June 10. Fans of the old-school hoop shoes can purchase them for $180 in adult sizes on the Nike website.

Air Jordan 2 'H' Wings

Side view of white, green, and black Air Jordan shoes.
A detailed look at the Air Jordan 2 / Nike

Why it Matters: The second installment of the Air Jordan line is more polarizing than its predecessor but is enjoying a renaissance. The Air Jordan 2 'H' Wings honors Howard “H” White, a founding figure of the Jordan Brand and co-creator of the Jordan Brand Wings Scholars Program.

How to Buy: The Air Jordan 2 'H' Wings is scheduled to release on Saturday, June 2, at 10:00 a.m. EST. Online shoppers can purchase the shoes for $210 on the Nike website.

Nike Terminator High 'St. John's'

Side view of red and white Nike Terminator shoes.
A detailed look at the Nike Terminator / Nike

Why it Matters: Since its debut in 1985, the Nike Terminator has commanded respect on and off the basketball court. The red and white 'St. John's' colorway is the ultimate testament to the golden era of college basketball.

How to Buy: The Nike Terminator 'St. John's' is releasing at 10:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, June 10. Red Storm fans can purchase the shoes for $125 in adult sizes on the Nike website.

Nike LeBron 20 'Laser Orange'

Side view of LeBron James' orange and blue Nike shoes.
A detailed look at LeBron James' shoes / Nike

Why it Matters: Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James' historic season coincided with his 20th anniversary of signing with the Swoosh. Nike released several exciting colorways of James' 20th signature sneaker, and the 'Laser Orange' is another solid release.

How to Buy: The Nike LeBron 20 'Laser Orange' was released on Thursday, June 8. Lakers fans can purchase the shoes for $200 in adult sizes on the Nike website.

Curry Flow 10 'Father to Son'

Detailed look at Stephen Curry's grey and gold shoes.
A detailed look at Stephen Curry's shoes / Under Armour

Why it Matters: Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry always shows love to his family with various colorways of his signature shoes. The Curry Flow 10 'Father to Son' celebrates his father and son, a perfect tribute right before Father's Day.

How to Buy: The Curry Flow 10 'Father to Son' will be released on Sunday, June 9. Fans can purchase the shoes for $160 in adult sizes on the Curry Brand website.

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Further Reading

Look: Jalen Hurts shows off swing and Air Jordan sneakers at Phillies batting practice.

List: The top ten dad-approved sneakers for Father's Day 2023.

News: Nike's NFL sneaker collection is now under $100 for most teams.


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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.