The LeBron XXII Is Built To Handle Pressure and Powerful Moves

• LeBron James’ latest signature shoe is lightweight and features lockdown support to withstand pressure and enable powerful movement.
• Pairing performance with luxury, the LeBron XXII incorporates high-end materials and the basketball superstar’s personal design influence.
• LeBron James’ latest signature silhouette launched at nike.com and select retail locations on November 1, 2024.

The LeBron XXII—the basketball legend’s latest signature shoe release—hits shelves worldwide in November 2024. The superstar’s latest sneaker blends performance and luxury in a silhouette that’s all about handling pressure. Its lightweight, agile design features lockdown support for all those powerful moves—representative of LeBron himself.

"We engineered the LeBron XXII to match his powerful and agile playing style," says Ross Klein, Senior Director, Men's Basketball Footwear Product Design. "To move with the force and precision LeBron needs, we focused on delivering maximum lockdown control, all while maintaining the speed, lightweight feel and court connection that he's loved in his recent signature models."

The low-top design of the LeBron XXII helps keep athletes grounded and allows unrestricted movement while maintaining control. Outsole features, including traction zones, are engineered to support key movements that the shoe’s namesake is famous for, including LeBron's jab steps, reverse pivots, takeoffs and step-backs.

The highlight of the LeBron XXII is its innovative midfoot saddle construction that acts as a guardrail or brake by providing a natural sense of control and stability. Cushlon 2.0 foam throughout the shoe’s midsole adds enhanced cushioning, while Zoom technology in the heel and forefoot helps enable powerful propulsion and soft landings.

Pairing performance with luxury, the LeBron XXII combines premium materials, elevated performance construction and refined detailing to meet the demands of any surface, taking wearers from the court to a casual meal at the local hotspot. LeBron’s influence on the shoe’s style is evident throughout, from the eye-catching colorways to his signature embedded in the heel for a distinct, personal touch.

The LeBron XXII will be released in the Crown Jewel colorway, a design that reflects how the King of the court successfully handles the pressures of professional basketball along with parenting. The colorway is named for the design’s gem-like glow, whose neon accents pair with a glow-in-the-dark outsole at the forefoot for an overall striking look against the shoe’s bright white upper.

Big kids can also get in on the action, as the LeBron XXII is offered in children's sizes, 1Y-7Y. Slight kid-friendly design changes—including removing the Zoom technology and implementing modifications to the outsole tread—help to ensure the right fit and feel.

Following its November 1, 2024, release date, the LeBron XXII will be available at nike.com and select retail locations.