Ja Morant’s signature Nike sneaker, the Nike Ja 2, appears to be following in the footsteps of its predecessor. Just like the Ja 1, we’ve seen the second iteration of Morant’s sneaker line appear in a colorway for Christmas and Halloween and a pair made for Nike’s EYBL. Now, continuing the trend, Nike is giving the Ja 2 a luxurious and opulent makeover in partnership with legendary jeweler Swarovski.
Similar to the duo’s project on the Nike Ja 1, this Swarovski-laden Nike Ja 2 comes with crystals attached to branding details and portions of the midfoot. This look includes the slash marks on the lateral side, a feature found on pairs like the Nike Ja 2 Induction, the Ja Morant logo on the tongue, and the medial side’s Nike Swoosh. Aside from this, the rest of the sneaker takes on a stealthy black appearance, helping the crystals stand out.
Black mesh is present on the toebox, while leather and nubuck construct the rest of the paneling on the upper. Down below, the silhouette features the usual Ja 2 Phylon midsole, which comes with a forefoot Zoom Air unit and a grippy rubber outsole with a traction pattern inspired by the semitrailer tires that Morant used when training in his backyard as a child.
The Swarovski x Nike Ja 2 LX will release on February 14, 2025, through Nike SNKRS and possibly via select retailers online and in-store. Available in men’s sizing, the retail price is $550. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
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