Quick Facts
- Sue Bird's Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 is finally getting a public release
- Bird wore the sneaker during her first WNBA championship season
- The pair is themed after the Seattle Storm
- Expect a drop Fall 2026 for $190
The WNBA is experiencing a massive surge in popularity, breaking attendance and viewership records season after season. Footwear companies are taking notice and finally giving the ladies signature sneakers again. Right now, there are four active WNBA stars with their own sneakers, A’ja Wilson, Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, and Angel Reese, with Caitlin Clark expected to have her Nike sneaker launch in 2026. Before the abundance of signature basketball shoes, many of the league’s talent would get their own player-exclusive versions of inline products, like the legendary Sue Bird. After recently getting a statue unveiled outside of the Seattle Storm’s arena, Bird’s Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 is finally getting a retail release.
Following a dominant run at UConn, Bird played in the WNBA for 20 years, sticking with her Seattle Storm for the entirety of her career. During her time in the league, she helped lead the Storm to four NBA championships and was selected to the WNBA All-Star team 13 times. When it comes to her footwear, Bird was a Nike athlete throughout her entire career, consistently lacing up player-exclusive sneakers. She even launched her own colorways of the Nike Kyrie 4 Low, but her Air Zoom Huarache, which she wore during her third WNBA season, was never released to the public.

Sneakerhead from South Florida who turned his passion into a career. When not writing for Sole Retriever, I enjoy attending concerts, catching the latest movies, and trying new food. Email: nick@soleretriever.com





