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LeBron James Drops Out Of 2010 NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Joe — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:16:49 +0000

LeBron James may have some people getting a little salty at him for this one. After talking up a big game last year about how he would participate in the 2010 NBA Slam Dunk Contest LeBron James has now backed out of the event less then a month before hand, forcing the NBA to fill his slot. No real reason has been announced as to why LeBron will not be participating this year but needless to say there’s sure to be a lot of disappointed fans. We’ve been dying to see LeBron in the Slam Dunk Contest and he sort of ensured us all last year that he’d enter the event for 2010, and the NBA even had him listed as a participant, but now that has all changed. Forcing to fill LeBron’s spot the NBA will hold a dunk-off between Eric Gordon of the Clippers and DeMar DeRozan of the Toronto Raptors during halftime of the NBA Rookie Game. Whoever wins the dunk-off will join Nate Robinson, Gerald Wallace and Shannon Brown in the 2010 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

Via: AssociatedPress

FootAction Friends & Family Discount

Joe — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:28:32 +0000

In honor of the holiday shopping season Footaction is offering you a Friends & Family discount as their way of saying thank you for your business and continued support. Between December 3rd and December 6th you can get 25% off in-store or online with no minimum purchase price required.

If your planning to visit a local Footaction retailer in your area simply just print out the flyer and present it at the register, otherwise visit Footaction online and enter promo code LKS1FF9C.

Jumpman23 Redesigned

Joe — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:04:28 +0000

The official Jordan Brand website, Jumpman23.com, has gone through a reconstruction process giving the site a whole new layout. The re-launch features a sleek and simplified design which features a story carousel, blog and a new layout to display the upcoming releases.

To check out the new redesign visit Jumpman23.com.

Happy Thanksgiving

Joe — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 05:24:51 +0000

We would like to wish a Happy Thanksgiving to all our fellow sneakerheads out there across the world. If your gonna be traveling be safe out there and watch for the cops, specially if you have a heavy foot like myself cause road checks and speed traps will be in full swing across the nation.

Enjoy your meals and time with your family and once again Happy Thanksgiving!!

Michael Jordan Speaks on LeBron’s #23 Retirement

Joe — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:08:13 +0000

Photo via: TSG

As you may have heard LeBron James has been mentioning that he plans to retire his #23 next year in honor of Michael Jordan. LeBron personally feels that Jordan’s number should of been retired due to the fact he believes MJ is the greatest athlete the NBA has ever seen. Since the NBA didn’t retire Jordan’s number, even after he was inducted into the Hall of Fame earlier this year, LeBron has been saying he’s going to retire his own number 23 and do something the NBA should of done from the get go. If he sticks to his guns LeBron will take the court next year in wearing #6, the number he wore during the 2008 Olympics.

The other day on All-Access MJ gave Ahmad Rashad a call to wish him a happy birthday and during their brief conversation Ahmad asked Jordan what his opinion was about LeBron James saying he is going to retire his number in Michael honor.

To hear Jordan’s response check out the video by clicking here.

House of Hoops Opens at Town East Mall in Mesquite, Texas

Joe — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:22:33 +0000

Dallas are you ready for this, cause i know you guys are defiantly long overdue for it. This coming Saturday, November 20th, 2009, House of Hoops will officially be opening up shop at the Town East Mall in Mesquite. The sneaker industry has a huge following in the Lone Star State so it’s no surprise really to see another HoH open up so shortly after the Houston House of House opened.

If you live in the area head on down to the Town East Mall for the grand opening event which kicks off at 5pm and will include a guest appearance by Shawn Marion by the Dallas Mavericks and Cat Daddy from K104.

Say Word

Joe — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:12:36 +0000

By now you are all well aware of the Space Girls Poster. We informed you about this poster a couple days ago when it first became available at OSneaker and at no surprise many of you had nothing but good remarks about the image.

We have luckily received quite a few of the posters in the mail. However, in reality, all we really need is 1. So what are we going to do with the rest?

If you said give em away, you are correct. Soon we will be posting up some info up on how you can enter for a chance to win a Space Girls poster so make sure you keep it locked for further details.

Air Jordan 11 ‘Space Jam’ Poster – Space Girls

Joe — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:23:29 +0000

One of the most, if not the most anticipated release of the year has got to be the Air Jordan 11 ‘Space Jams’. A lot of Jordans fan out there are planning on picking up atleast two pairs of the sneakers, one to rock and another to stock, with some of having already pre-ordered pairs online or paid a little more then retail to snatch a pair up earlier through one of the many spots online.

In honor of this beloved release which will hit retailers on December 23rd, 2009 the Space Girls Poster has been designed. I’m not quite sure exactly who has produced the poster can i highly doubt it was not Jordan Brand or Nike due to the content of the poster. Due to the risque content of the poster, and an agreement we have with our sponsors we have decided to crop 3/4ths of the poster to be viewed on Sneaker Obsession. As you can see though from what we left to view theres two sets of ladies legs with the Space Jams on their feet.

The poster measures 24 ½” x 36 ½” and will cost you $19.95 through OSneaker. Hit em up now to take a look at the entire poster and purchase one for yourself. I got a few!!!

Marcus Jordan Causes adidas To Drop Contract With UCF

Joe — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:28:58 +0000

Tonight Marcus Jordan and the University of Central Florida Knights took to the court in an exhibition game against the St. Leo Lions. Despite the teams 47-32 win over the Lions, the athletic department at UCF may have lost their most valuable asset thanks to Marcus Jordan, whats left of a $1.9million dollars 5year contract with adidas that was not set to expire until June 2010. Heads at adidas and the big shots who make the calls when it comes to sponsorships for the athletic department had a contractual commitment in their contract anybody playing for the schools athletic teams were to take to the field, or court, head to toe in supplied adidas gear.

Last month Marcus Jordan made it clear that he was against this agreement in the contract and would not take to the court in a pair of adidas sneakers, but would however wear the supplied adidas uniforms. Marcus stated he much rather preferred the fit and comfort of Air Jordans, the sneakers of his father, over that of adidas. We strongly stood by Marcus Jordan and all athletes out there who play for college sponsored teams as we believe no college should limit their players to what sneakers can and cant be worn since certain sneakers are proven to improve a players game. You could potentially be limiting some of the countrys best athletes to their best abilities by enforcing them to wear a sneaker, or cleat, which may not be the right fit for their foot or style on the field or court.

When Marcus Jordan took to the court tonight against the St. Leo Lions he was wearing the Air Jordan 12 ‘Rising Sun’ instead of the supplied adidas worn by the rest of the team. I had to say, not to knock adidas as i do truly respect their kicks and culture, but the Rising Sun Jordans looked great with the Knights uniform. According to reports adidas the the UCF athletic department were in talks to extend this $1.9 million dollars contract which ends in June 2010, however in a statement given to CNBC adidas is quoted in a statement saying “The University of Central Florida has chosen not to deliver on their contractual commitment to adidas. As a result, we have chosen not to continue our relationship with them moving forward.” This could possibly be the most costly lose for any sponsored school out there as adidas supplied every sports team of the University of Central Florida with equipment.

Once again, we respect Marcus for taking to the court in a pair of kicks which he believes are the best for his game and will help him help him team to a victory. It’s time to stand up athletes. A change needs to be made, dont let colleges limit your abilities. Do you want a scout to see you slacking cause your arch is killing your or cause your sneakers are heavier then what your use to. To all the sponsored companies out there, its time to put a clause in your contracts for this. You say your about the kids and for the kids but your limiting them to their best which is not right. Supply the uniforms, leave the sneakers up to the players preference.

It would be nice now to see MJ and Jordan Brand step up here and fill the gap that the University now faces when it comes to uniforms for their athletic department.

Meet Wale @ Sneaker Bistro

Joe — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:59:16 +0000

Next Monday, November 9th, hip hop artist Wale will be at Long Islands own Sneaker Bistro to meet, greet and sign autographs for fans. What does this have to do with sneakers? Nothing at all, besides for the fact the event will be going down at one of Long Islands most well known sneaker spots. Seeing as how we are big Wale fans though, and friends of Joe from Sneaker Bistro we had to put this up and spread the word to all those in the NYC/LI area.

In order to meet and greet Wale, and get his autograph, you need to purchase his new album “Attention Deficit” at Sneaker Bistro. Your purchase of the $15 CD will grant you a wristband which will guarantee entry into the event to meet Wale, get his autograph and be automatically entered to win DJ Hero. The album is in store now so hit up Sneaker Bistro with the quickness to pick one up and get a wristband for this event while there are still some available.

Sneaker Bistro
580 Route 112
Patchogue, NY 11772
631-730-7132