LeBron James' fans should be on the lookout this March for the final release of his 12th signature basketball shoe as confirmed by Nike, Realty Today reported.
The Cleveland superstar's 12th basketball shoe will be called 'What If". The name and the design were both inspired by James' defining moment during his high school athletics career as per Nike.
According to Latino Post, James' sport back in high school is not just basketball. The 30 year old superstar once suited up as a wide receiver for St. Vincent-St. Mary's school in Ohio. Incidentally, his then football coach was responsible for introducing James' to the world of basketball.
LBJ's career with football was short lived when he suffered a career ending wrist injury while playing in an AAU-sanctioned basketball game. This unfortunate turn of events has led the monster of a player he is today now. This events in LBJ's early athletic career has inspired Nike to coin in "What if?" and ask the same question what if, he did not injured his wrist, would it be still basketball?
The design of LBJ's 12th sneaker is a combination of deep royal blue and metallic silver, which is homage to James' favorite football team, Dallas Cowboys. The basketball shoe will bring all the latest in game technology that Nike has been offering for the past decades.
It is rumored to be released at leading stores and at Nike.com this coming March 14.
"What If" is available for both adults and kids but the kid shoes may opt for a different colorway.
On March 11, LeBron 12 "Cereal" will be on sale which is inspired to LBJ's favorite breakfast food "Fruity Pebbles."
"What If" is at $200 per pair while LeBron 12 is at $160, which is also available for kids.