UPDATE 6/17/26: The Nike Air Force 1 ’01 “NYC” will be available for pre-order tomorrow, June 18th, at 10 AM ET through select boutiques and SNKRS.

The release keeps the 2001 shape with a slimmer toe box, thick white leather, mismatched Brilliant Orange and Rush Blue Swooshes, a new “2026” NYC Attack logo, and custom sockliners.

Expected retailers include Kith, City Jeans, Sneaker Room, Awake New York, and Packer Shoes. Orders are expected to ship in October 2026.

Original Story 6/17/26:
The Nike Air Force 1 Low ’01 “NYC Knicks” is the latest release tied to the New York Knicks and their 2026 championship season. Nike has not announced a release date yet, but the pair is expected to retail for $140.

White leather handles most of the upper, leaving the Knicks colors to the Swooshes. Blue and orange alternate from side to side, giving the shoe a team-inspired look without turning every panel into a direct uniform reference.

Nike NYC tags are placed on the tongues. On the heels of the sneakers is embroidered “2026” lettering inspired by John Jay’s signature Nike NYC logo. This will help connect the championship detail to the city.

The insoles carry the most specific reference. A heavily pixelated image of Madison Square Garden stretches across the footbeds, joined by Nike NYC and 2026 graphics. It points back to the arena that sat at the center of New York’s title run.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low ’01 “NYC Knicks” drops Summer 2026. More Knicks-themed footwear and apparel may surface through the summer, while this pair still waits on an official launch date.

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