Nike Philippines will honor the legacy of Kobe Bryant (1978 – 2020) with Mamba Week 23 – 27 August. The week of programming brings together athletes, communities, inspiration and innovation which commemorate his enduring legacy and transcendent Mamba Mentality. Mamba Mentality is about getting better, every day, in everything we do. In his own words,…
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Gatorade joins first ever NBA Republika Playoffs Party
As the high-octane basketball action of the NBA goes underway in the commencement of the highly-awaited 2020 Playoffs, Filipino fans got a taste of what they’d been missing out on in the first-ever NBA Republika Playoffs Party. Held last August 17 on Facebook Live, the NBA Republika Playoffs Party is the latest result of the…
3 The Hard Way: NBA playoffs, Game 1 studs, and Nike Dunks
The NBA Playoffs are here and BuhayBasket highlights some of the series openers in the first round, including the Game 1 upsets of the Bucks and Lakers. Also in this episode of 3 THE HARD WAY is the local release details of the Nike Dunk Low “Samba”.
Nike Dunk Low ‘Samba’
The Nike Dunk Low “Samba” is finally making a global return after it was originally released as a Japan exclusive in 2001. The updated edition revives the OG by recreating the same colour blocking, with shades of Hyper Blue on the pearlised leather toe box and midpanels complemented by overlays of silver. Bold accents of Samba…
What you need to know about Nike’s Mamba Week
Note: The following was written for Buhay Basket The sudden and tragic passing of Kobe Bryant back in January brought the entire world to a halt. The news that he, along with his daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others, died in a fatal helicopter crash just as he was getting his post-retirement life together was…
The sneakers that Nike will release for Mamba Week
Nike’s Mamba Week is a celebration of Kobe Bryant’s legacy both on and off the court. Kobe’s remarkable impact on the game of basketball also applied to footwear design. Throughout his career, Kobe pushed Nike Basketball to explore the competitive advantages gained through low-profile, highly-responsive design. It was an aspirational challenge as much as it…
3 THE HARD WAY: NBA playoff push, Republika Party, Jordan 5s
Back for another episode of 3 THE HARD WAY! This week, Buhay Basket explains the tight playoff race in the Western Conference, the upcoming first ever NBA Republika Pilipinas Party featuring NBA champions and former Lakers Glen Rice and Brian Shaw, and the latest Jordan 5 release, the “Ghost Green” aka “Alternate Bel-Air”.
DROPPED: Jordan Jumpman Manila collection
Titan just released the Jordan Jumpman Manila collection that features shirts, a long-sleeved top and hoodie that showcases the brand’s love for Manila. Jordan Jumpman Manila Pullover Hoodie – P3,095 Jordan Jumpman Manila Longsleeve-Top – P1,795 Jordan Jumpman Manila Tee – P1,395 Go online via the Titan app or visit Titan22.com to check out the…
adidas D.O.N. Issue #2
adidas and Donovan Mitchell just announced the second shoe from the Utah Jazz star’s signature line: the D.O.N. Issue #2. The sequel sneaker features a BOUNCE midsole, which provides comfort and stability on the court. It also has a breathable mesh upper and a webbed lacing system. The beautiful thing about the D.O.N. Issue #2…
3 the Hard Way: NBA action, new Fighting Maroons, Zoom Freak 2
On this episode of 3 the Hard Way, Buhay Basket takes us through the NBA hype, the new Fighting Maroons who’ll make UP’s future bright, and Nike Zoom Freak 2s in black and white. Enjoy.
