The Best Nike Sneakers Releasing in June
Nike’s June slate is about to bring a mix of both hype and performance.
Running and basketball will see key releases through the highly anticipated Pegasus 41 and Sabrina 2. The former brings a major step forward for Nike’s everyday running franchise, as it becomes the first Pegasus sneaker to make use of ZoomX foam. The latter, the second for Sabrina Ionescu, also marks a first, as her Sabrina 2 is Nike’s first basketball sneaker with Cushlon 3.0 foam.
Those chasing after hype will also be satisfied with the release of the Kobe 4 Protro “Girl Dad” just ahead of Father’s Day, as well as only the second-ever return of the Air Force 1 Low “Linen.” And for a blend of both worlds, Kevin Durant’s recently launched KD 17 is getting a three-pack for the hip-hop producers Metro Boomin, The Alchemist and Bink!.
Below, Footwear News takes you through the best Nike sneakers releasing in June. This post will be updated as the month continues and more information becomes available. You can also find a list of every Air Jordan sneaker releasing in June here.
Nike Pegasus 41 “Dusty Cactus” and “Volt”
Release Date: June 5
Price: $140
Nike’s everyday running Pegasus line gets a big update on its 41st iteration, as ReactX foam makes its first appearance in the franchise to bring a 13 percent gain in energy return and a 43 percent reduction in its carbon footprint.
Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Girl Dad”
Release Date: June 7
Price: $190
Releasing just ahead of Father’s Day, the Kobe 4 Protro gets a emerald suede “Girl Dad” treatment celebrating the relationship Kobe Bryant had with his four daughters.
Nike LeBron 21 “The Shop”
Release Date: June 7
Price: $210
Made in collaboration with LeBron James’ talk show, the Nike LeBron 21 gets a metallic gold colorway in velvet with the scissor logo from “The Shop” on the mustache.
Nike Air Force 1 Low “Linen”
Release Date: June 13
Price: $135
One of the Nike Air Force 1 Low’s most iconic colorways makes only its second-ever return as part of its “Cult Classic” series. The AF1 Low “Linen” originally released as a Japan-exclusive in 2001 and was brought back in 2016 only through Kith to celebrate its Miami store opening.
Nike Air DT Max ’96
Release Date: June 14
Price: $170
Deion Sanders’ Nike Air DT Max ’96 was brought back in this original colorway, which just so happen to match his Colorado Buffs, and for the first time ever featuring his logos. The shoe is now getting a wider launch for those who missed out before.
Nike KD 17 “Producer Pack”
Release Date: June 14
Price: $160
Kevin Durant’s 17th signature sneaker, which recently debuted and takes clear inspiration from the Nike Air Max Plus, is getting a trio of colorways for the hip-hop producers Metro Boomin (left), The Alchemist (middle) and Bink! (right).
Nike Sabrina 2 “Court Vision”
Release Date: June 28
Price: $130
WNBA superstar Sabrina Ionescu gets her highly anticipated second signature sneaker, which follows the lead of the first by launching in a purple colorway. The Sabrina 2 is Nike’s first basketball sneaker to feature a Cushlon 3.0 foam midsole, and an updated band system at midfoot gives what Nike says is a glove-like fit.
About the Author:
Ian Servantes is a Senior Trending News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.