Chris Chase

The shoe that was cemented into sneaker and basketball history when Vince Carter threw down the nastiest dunk of all time is back in retro form. The Nike Shox BB4 was part of Nike’s Alpha Project and designed by the legendary Eric Avar, and features one of Nike’s most divisive technologies: Shox.

We at WearTesters usually prefer the low top version of a shoe over its high top counterpart, but the Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro may be the exception. Release Date: 03/12/2026 Price: $180 Sizing: True to size Summary: The Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro is nearly identical to its high top counterpart, but a lack of containment makes these an inferior on-court option.

The latest Nike Street Tough (or S.T.) hoop shoe is the Nike ST Charge. It’s built for outdoor use, and it was originally released solely in China. This colorway is the first one to release Stateside, and it’s Cade Cunningham’s PE that he wore during the NBA Playoffs. Release Date: 05/20/2026 Price: $140 Sizing: True to size, narrow Summary: The Nike ST Charge features outdoor-specific features, like enhanced durability and cushion, but lack of flexibility holds them back on court.