Sneakers of the week: Damian Lillard, Kevin Durant, Ja Morant, more
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Dec 21, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Detail view of the shoes of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
Milwaukee Bucks v Oklahoma City Thunder: Championship - Emirates NBA Cup 2024
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 17: Damian Lillard #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks wears Adidas shoes as he warms up before the championship game of the Emirates NBA Cup against the Oklahoma City Thunder at T-Mobile Arena on December 17, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bucks defeated the Thunder 97-81. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Milwaukee Bucks v Oklahoma City Thunder: Championship - Emirates NBA Cup 2024
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 17: Bobby Portis #9 of the Milwaukee Bucks wears Nike shoes as he warms up before the championship game of the Emirates NBA Cup against the Oklahoma City Thunder at T-Mobile Arena on December 17, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bucks defeated the Thunder 97-81. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Sacramento Kings
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.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Phoenix Suns
Detailed view of the Nike shoes of Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) against the Indiana Pacers at Footprint Center.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Toronto Raptors
A view of shoes worn by Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) against the Brooklyn Nets at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Toronto Raptors
A view of shoes worn by Toronto Raptors forward Jonathan Mogbo (2) against the Brooklyn Nets at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Sacramento Kings
A detail view of the shoes worn by Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) against the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at the Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Detroit Pistons
A detailed view of the shoes worn by Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) in the fourth quarter against the Utah Jazz at Little Caesars Arena.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Toronto Raptors
A view of a shoe worn by Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (25) against the Brooklyn Nets at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Toronto Raptors
A general view of a shoe worn by Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson (22) during the game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Detroit Pistons
A detailed view of the shoes worn by Detroit Pistons forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (8) in the fourth quarter against the Utah Jazz at Little Caesars Arena.
Atlanta Hawks v San Antonio Spurs
SAN ANTONIO, TX - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Zaccharie Risacher #10 of the Atlanta Hawks as he takes warm up shots before their game against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on DECEMBER 19, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
Golden State Warriors v Memphis Grizzlies
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies before the game against the Golden State Warriors at FedExForum on December 19, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
Chicago Bulls v Boston Celtics
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Jrue Holiday #4 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter of the game against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on December 19, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Chicago Bulls v Boston Celtics
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter of the game against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on December 19, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
New Orleans Pelicans v Houston Rockets
HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Dejounte Murray #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Toyota Center on December 19, 2024 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
New Orleans Pelicans v Houston Rockets
HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Trey Murphy III #25 of the New Orleans Pelicans against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Toyota Center on December 19, 2024 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
New Orleans Pelicans v Houston Rockets
HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets are seen against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Toyota Center on December 19, 2024 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
New Orleans Pelicans v Houston Rockets
HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Javonte Green #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans are seen against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Toyota Center on December 19, 2024 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Los Angeles Lakers v Sacramento Kings
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 19: A close up of the Nike sneakers worn by LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during their game against the Sacramento Kings in the first half at Golden 1 Center on December 19, 2024 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Atlanta Hawks v San Antonio Spurs
SAN ANTONIO, TX - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs during game against the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at Frost Bank Center on December 19, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
Chicago Bulls v Boston Celtics
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Jrue Holiday #4 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on December 19, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Chicago Bulls v Boston Celtics
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on December 19, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Bulls defeat the Celtics 117-108. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Chicago Bulls v Boston Celtics
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on December 19, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Bulls defeat the Celtics 117-108. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Chicago Bulls v Boston Celtics
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 19: The shoes of Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter at TD Garden on December 19, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Philadelphia 76ers
A view of the shoes worn by Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (5) before the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat
A general view of the shoes worn by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) against the Miami Heat during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat
A general view of the shoes worn by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) against the Miami Heat during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat
A general view of the shoes worn by Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith (24) against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat
A general view of the shoes worn by Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) against the Miami Heat during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat
A general view of the shoes worn by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center.
Charlotte Hornets v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 20: The shoes worn by Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Wells Fargo Center on December 20, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Milwaukee Bucks v Cleveland Cavaliers
CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 20: The shoes of Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 20, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Charlotte Hornets v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 20: The shoes worn by Tidjane Salaun #31 of the Charlotte Hornets during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 20, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at New Orleans Pelicans
Detailed view of the shoes worn by New York Knicks center Jericho Sims (20) during warm ups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
NBA: Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves
Detailed view of Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoes during the first half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers
A detail of the shoes of Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (5) during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers
A detail of the shoes of Philadelphia 76ers forward Guerschon Yabusele (28) during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves
Detailed view of Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoes during the second half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.
NBA: Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves
Detailed view of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) shoes against the Golden State Warriors in the second half at Target Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) during the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (11) during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (9) during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings
Detail view of the shoes worn by Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
NBA: Houston Rockets at Toronto Raptors
The shoes worn by Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) during a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA: Houston Rockets at Toronto Raptors
The shoes worn by Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (7) during a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA: Houston Rockets at Toronto Raptors
The shoes worn by Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) during a game against the Houston Rockets at Scotiabank Arena.
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