The Spalding Slash – Black Lotus Performance Reviews
May 13th
Introduction With media coverage surrounding recent releases of basketball footwear, the expansion of the market with newcomers from overseas, as well as previously established companies has taken off in the past couple of years. The official sponsor for basketball and equipment in the NBA, Spalding, has re-entered the field with a new basketball line up.
First Look: Adidas Pro Model 0 II
May 9th
Introduction Last month, Adidas kicked off their transition to the 2012-2013 season with the introduction of the adiZero™ Crazy Light 2. The NBA playoffs, coupled with the upcoming 2012 Summer Olympic games are sure to bring out more new models that will be featured prominently on the courts this summer, as well as next season.
The Li-Ning Turningpoint (Porcelain – Year of the Dragon) – Black Lotus Performance Reviews
May 6th
Introduction Li-Ning made great strides last season in pushing their two featured models – the BD Defend and Conquer – giving them an admirable introduction into the US market. For whatever reason, their second year has seen the company take a small step back in terms of visibility in the market, although 3 basketball models
The Adidas Top Ten 2000 (2012 Reissue) – Black Lotus Performance Reviews
Apr 29th
Introduction Following our Performance Review last week of the Kobe Bryant related Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2k4, we continue with the reissue theme! Signing with Adidas before entering into the NBA, Kobe would win his first three rings, fittingly in the three stripes. The year Kobe was drafted, 1996, the Top Ten 2000 would be