Nike and LeBron James have officially unveiled the LeBron 23, the twenty-third installment of the LeBron James signature sneakers. The shoe debuts the Crown Containment System and a full-length ZoomX drop-in midsole for a blend of responsiveness and stability. Designed in partnership with LeBron, the shoe also tells a story with the 23 having each chapter of the LeBron XXIII representing 23 key moments in LeBron James’ life and career.

Split into three eras—“The Chosen 1 Arrives” (2002–2010), “Taking the Throne” (2010–2018), and “Long Live the King” (2018–present), the release will have distinct packaging, crown-shaped boxes, and charms LeBron personally curated with each drop. For its initial launch, Nike has confirmed three colorways:

Nike LeBron 23 Uncharted

This first release commemorates LeBron James’ 40,000th career point scored on the court, which makes him only the fifth player to reach that milestone. The release features iridescent gold treatment and a “40K” charm on the heel tab. It will launch on September 25th in China, and October 3rd on a global scale.

Nike LeBron 23 Miami Twice

The colorway pays homage to James’ first two NBA titles won during his stint with the Miami Heat. The release comes in a teal-and-pink palette.

Nike LeBron 23 The Chosen One and The One Who Cares

Celebrating the father-son love between LeBron and Bronny James, this shoe is split into gold and purple to represent Cleveland and Los Angeles.

Accompanying the releases are also the Forever King line of apparel, which consists of premium jerseys, shorts, and elevated sportswear paying tribute to styles worn in each era of LeBron James’ career.

The LeBron 23 is a major cultural moment that combines storytelling with high-end technology, honoring the legacy of the “Forever King,” and ushering in a new generation of athletes.

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