Fresh off being crowned the 2025 MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is gifting fans a slam dunk off the court too. Introducing the Converse SHAI 001 Hail Clay, a romantic sneaker inspired by the color of his wife Hailey’s eyes. Yes, love now comes in sneaker form.
These SHAI 001 sneakers are wrapped in a puffed, molded upper that screams future-meets-luxury. And yes, there’s a zipper—because Shai doesn’t tie laces, he zips into greatness.
Under the hood, you’ll find a Nike Zoom Air unit in the forefoot, offering bounce for quick moves. The radial outsole grips the court like your crush gripped your heart in middle school—tight and with purpose.
Shai’s personal logo pops from the tongue, while Converse branding chills subtly on the heel. The entire look feels more fashion week than warm-up line—and we’re here for it.
Though there’s no drop date yet, the Converse SHAI 001 “Hail Clay” is expected to release in Fall 2025. Priced at $130 USD, they’ll land at Converse.com and select stores.
So if you’ve ever wanted MVP-level swagger with a side of romance, this new Converse basketball shoe is it. Love at first zip.
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Release Date: Fall 2025
Price: $130
UPDATE 5/22/25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just laced up the Converse SHAI 001 “Hail Clay” for the first time—on the biggest stage. Debuting the romantic clay-toned sneakers during Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves, Shai made it clear: this shoe isn’t just a love letter—it’s a statement.
