LeBron James’ MLK shoes modeled after Lorraine Motel look cool but miss the mark

If we’re going to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., let’s remember how he lived and what he fought for, not where his life ...

Unusual Tribute to King: Sneakers Inspired by the Site of His Killing

LeBron James’s new sneaker seeks to honor the civil rights leader with a color palette inspired by the Memphis motel where ...

LeBron James, Nike face backlash for shoes inspired by MLK assassination site

Intending to pay tribute to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., Nike is releasing controversial sneakers that immediately ...
Sports Business Journal

Critics slam Nike, LeBron for MLK-inspired sneaker

Nike and LeBron James faced backlash over a LeBron XXIII 'Honor the King' sneaker inspired by the teal signage of Memphis’ ...

Nike and LeBron are getting dragged over new “Honor the King” shoes

The Nike LeBron 23 colorway nods to the Lorraine Motel, but critics say the tribute misses the point of why ...
Rolling Stone

Nike Proves They’re Still the MVPs of the Court With a New LeBron James Sneaker Drop

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Nike has been responsible for some of the most ...