The Chosen 2: A Collab By Lebron James And Kylian Mbappé

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January 11, 2021

Two of the biggest names in football and basketball have teamed up for a unique football and a basketball shoe from sports giant Nike.

The story behind the collaboration

The "Chosen 2" pack sees Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappé collaborate with LA Lakers icon LeBron James with two designs inspired by "duality", and the shared path of athletes to become champions at the top of their respective matches having to face adversity.

Both men had a difficult upbringing, Mbappé being from the troubled suburb of Bondy in Paris, while James grew up in the tough neighborhoods of Akron, Ohio.

NBA legend James echoed that feeling, saying, "No matter where I go in the world, I'll always be a child of Akron. And I will always use my platform and do everything I can to raise and empower the children who come after me. It's about creating real and tangible change and always leaving a better place than you found. "

PSG star Mbappé said: "LeBron is a unique champion and I have the utmost respect for him, but also off the pitch. He's an inspiration to me. From Akron to Paris, we both act to move the lines of our society and offer a better world to the younger generation. »

The Chosen 2 pack celebrates the two athletes, recognizing their relationship and the impact they have on the future generation. The two men have created charitable foundations to help the less fortunate in their hometown, with James opening a school and planning to build a community center while Mbappé's ties with Nike have seen a new sports field opened in Bondy.

The Collection

The drop includes the Nike Mercurial Mbappé Chosen 2 - the latest Nike Mercurial shoe signature of the Frenchman - with the silhouette arriving in an iridescent black and silver with the "KM X LBJ" motif. A "Chosen One" logo is on the tip of the boot, and a 3D logo "KM" and "LBJ" is printed on the heel legs of the shoes.

If basketball is your style, you can also get your hands on the Nike LeBron 18 Chosen 2 sneaker. The design comes with a black "Knitposite 2.0" rod on a translucent sole, which again features the collaborative logo. This is accompanied by three other pairs signed by Lebron James: "Los Angeles by day," "Sisterhood" and "Los Angeles by night."

Lebron 18

When LeBron places an acceleration on the field, he exudes exceptional strength. The LeBron 18 is designed to harness the player's velocity while reducing the impact of these accelerations on his body. The combined cushioning under the foot allows it to use its power for unstoppable speed spikes.

" Los Angeles By Day "

Los Angeles is known for its cosmopolitan population, historic monuments, iconic artists, and transcendent sports franchises. LeBron 18 "Los Angeles by Day" embodies LeBron's favorite places and places in the heart of the City of Angels. It presents a sand color in Knitposite 2.0, juxtaposed with a headband adorned with a lay-themed LA x LeBron motif, placed under the translucent clip and resistant to the heel. Touches of pink and yellow on this shimmering silhouette add an extra touch of style. This shoe was designed with a little Californian love for the King and his community.

LeBron 18 " Sisterhood "

When LeBron places an acceleration on the field, he exudes exceptional strength. The LeBron 18 "Sisterhood" is designed to exploit the player's velocity while reducing the impact of these accelerations on his body. The combined cushioning under the foot allows it to use its power for unstoppable peed spikes.

LeBron 18 " Los Angeles By Night "

In Los Angeles, the nights are as bright as the days. LeBron 18 "Los Angeles by Night" is inspired by LeBron's favorite nightscapes in the City of Angels. From the famous Ferris wheel to the festive atmosphere of Chinatown, this boldly colored silhouette reflects the perpetual movement of lights in the city. The bright pink Knitposite 2.0 upper is paired with a dark graphic headband inspired by the nightlights of Los Angeles, placed under the clip with a translucent heel. This shoe will surely captivate all eyes on the ground, and evoke a city animated by perpetual movement.

Nike Mercurial Mbappé Superfly 7 Chosen 2 Elite FG

Players recognize each other, regardless of their sport. The Nike Mercurial Mbappé Superfly 7 Chosen 2 Elite FG brings together two icons in their own discipline: Kylian Mbappé and LeBron James. The alternation of details that refer to basketball and football pays tribute to each athlete's commitment to their community and encourages the new generation to achieve excellence.