Ja Morant’s fourth signature shoe is still early in its run, but another version is already starting to surface. The Nike Ja 4 High takes the model away from the low-cut shape used on the regular Ja 4 and gives it a much taller build with an outer layer wrapping around the upper.

Early renderings of the Ja 4 actually showed a design closer to this high-top version before the first pairs reached stores. Morant’s signature line has mostly stayed low to the ground through its first four models, so this upcoming pair stands apart from what Nike Basketball has released for him so far.

A large wraparound covering makes up most of the Nike Ja 4 High’s exterior. Morant’s triangular logo repeats across the surface, while the JA-Frame remains exposed along the sides. The setup has some similarities to Gary Payton’s Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove, which also used an outer shell around the main body of the shoe.

Teaser photos also show that the actual sneaker sits underneath the exterior covering rather than being completely built into it. The inner upper follows the higher shape of the shoe, giving the Ja 4 High a layered construction that is noticeably different from the standard low-top version.

The Nike Ja 4 High is expected to debut during Holiday 2026 with a retail price of $180. A specific release date has yet to be announced.

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