Kevin Durant Unveils Nike KD 17s in Suns’ Game 1 Loss

Apr 20, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half during game one of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

During the Suns’ Game 1 loss to the Timberwolves, Kevin Durant made his debut in his latest signature shoes, the Nike KD 17’s.

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The Debut.

👟🔥 pic.twitter.com/jW5Gy6WftK

— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) April 20, 2024

This follows his pattern from last year’s playoffs when he showcased the Nike KD 16s.

Anticipated to hit the market around May 24th, the KD 17s will retail for $150 for adults, sporting the initial colorway inspired by “Penny” Hardaway, a former star for the Orlando Magic and the Phoenix Suns.

Meanwhile, on the opposing side, Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves introduced a low-cut iteration of his signature Adidas shoes, the AE1s

Higher stakes. Lower shoes.#AE1 #BelieveThat #adidasBasketball pic.twitter.com/r6wi5W34ct

— adidas Basketball (@adidasHoops) April 20, 2024

Donning black and pink hues, an official release date for these shoes to the public has not been announced yet.