LeBron James Represents Akron in Lakers Win

LeBron James' sneakers showed love to the Akron Zips during the Los Angeles Lakers win.

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In what felt like a run-of-the-mill regular season NBA game on Thursday night, LeBron James still managed to make it a memorable event. James provided 17 points and 11 assists in the Los Angeles Lakers' victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

Best of all, James continued to use his sneakers to show love to different Nike-sponsored college basketball programs. Throughout this season, James has worn player-exclusive colorways for the Akron Zips, Duke Blue Devils, Oregon Ducks, and UConn Huskies.

James was back in another colorway of Akron-inspired sneakers last night. This version of the Nike LeBron 21 was similar to the other Akron colorway, except the colors were flipped to show off more "Akron Blue." Below is a detailed look and everything athletes and fans must know about James' 21st signature sneaker.

Nike LeBron 21

A detailed look at the Nike LeBron 21 / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

The Nike LeBron 21 officially launched on September 28, 2023. The low-cut hoop shoe features a lightweight mesh upper with a 360-degree zonal cabling system for optimal containment. The Zoom Air setup provides impact protection, while a top-loaded plastic plate creates a snappy feeling with each step on the hardwood. 

After launching at a retail price of $200 in adult sizes, the Nike LeBron 21 has finally been marked down in multiple colorways for the entire family. Online shoppers can purchase James' newest signature sneakers at a discount in most styles on the Nike website.

Throughout his long and historic career, James has always given sneakerheads something to celebrate, even during the most mundane matchups. The slew of player-exclusive colorways for different college basketball programs has been this year's highlight. Stay locked into FanNationKicks.com for all your sneaker news from the sports world.

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