During the recent preseason game for the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James made his first appearance on the court. Interestingly, there was a noticeable Filipino influence in the game.
The Nike LeBron NXXT Gen EP “TITAN Hoops Fair” shoe was a unique partnership between Nike Basketball and the only specialized basketball store in the country. It was worn by The King at the start of his 21st NBA season.
TITAN’s official website recently highlighted the latest LeBron sneaker, which embodies the vibrant basketball culture of the Philippines. The website notes that the shoe captures the creativity, optimism, and electrifying energy that are fundamental to the country’s love for the game. In addition, TITAN celebrates Manila’s unique basketball spirit as LeBron equips the next generation of basketball stars with shoes that empower them to shine.
Furthermore, LeBron James made a noteworthy gesture on Tuesday night by acknowledging the Philippines through his Instagram story. The Los Angeles Lakers secured their first preseason win against the Brooklyn Nets after losing their opening game to the Golden State Warriors without James. As a four-time NBA champion and MVP, James paid homage to the Philippines for their support.
In just under two weeks, on October 25 at 7:30 a.m. local time, the 2023-24 regular season will kick off with an exciting match-up between the Lakers and the Western Conference Finals titleholders, the Denver Nuggets.