Kevin Durant’s candy-themed Nike KD 19 lineup is getting another colorway, this time in a bright green finish that covers nearly the entire shoe.

The upper, laces, midsole, and outsole all use the same vivid shade. There is not much contrast, so the color does most of the work while the KD 19’s shape and layered performance build stay easy to see.

Nike has not confirmed which candy inspired the pair. A green candy apple or lime-flavored treat would make sense, though neither connection is official. Other “Candies” releases have taken a similar approach, using one dominant color instead of loading the shoe with graphics or themed details.

Around the same time the sneaker surfaced, an AI-generated image of Durant licking a candy apple started making the rounds online. Some people mistook it for part of a Nike campaign. Durant later responded and made it clear the image was not real.

Nike KD 19 Gorge Green Release Date

The Nike KD 19 “Gorge Green” is expected to release in September 2026 for $155 through Nike Basketball retailers and Nike.com.

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