LeBron James of the Miami Heat has just been awarded his 3rd NBA MVP title. 2011-2012.

Watch LeBron speak at the press conference after the jump.

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Nike has released two pairs Air Force 1‘s inspired by LeBron James and Kobe Bryant in terms of color/material. These premium sneakers are in stock now at select retailers.

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One of LeBron 8′s most popular colorways is coming back for the LeBron 9′s just in time for the playoffs.

Nike LeBron 9 P.S. Elite
Wolf Grey/Mint Candy-New Green-Pink Flash
June 2, 2012
$250

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Nike just released a few pictures of their Hyper Elite Uniforms. These basketball jerseys that team USA will be wearing is made approx 96% of recycled polyester.

The Miami Heat showed a preview of their “Back to Black” jerseys today on their Facebook page. They will be wearing these jerseys on select games throughout the season.

Nike LeBron 9 “Miami” is now available at Nike Store.

Nike’s “Basketball Never Stops” commercial, Produced by Wieden+Kennedy and Park Pictures is about to hit the airwaves today. The spot directed by award-winning cinematographer Lance Acord, features appearances from a variety of talent such as LeBron james, Kevin Durant, Amar’e Stoudemire, Dirk Nowitzki. Make your own videos to show how basketball never stops in your life and upload to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr or Instagram with the hashtag #BasketballNeverStops. The most creative submissions will earn various prizes.

Check out the full length video after the jump.

Nike LeBron 9 has been released today for $170. They are also available in 2K Sports’ NBA 2K12 today as well. After the jump you can see every color way that we’ve seen so far of this shoe.

• The shoe is the first to combine Flywire technology and Hyperfuse construction.
• Built for breathability and durability, the Hyperfuse construction is a composite of three different layers of material that are fused together to create a nearly seamless, one piece upper that sheds considerable weight without sacrificing protection.
• A midfoot harness that wraps around the foot incorporates Flywire 3.0 technology for added strength and lock down support. This lightweight upper mimics the speed and strength symbolic of LeBron’s game.
• The finely-tuned midsole provides a unique hybrid cushioning system. By combining Max Air 180 in the heel for absorption on impact with a Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot for a springy response, a player is protected on impact where they need it most. A composite shank plate provides torsional rigidity and support while reducing midsole weight.
• Signature aesthetic elements include:  LeBron’s new logo, his signature on the ventilated tongue and, scripted on the toe, the motto: “What we do in life, echoes in eternity.”
• Additional colorways include:
– the limited edition “Cannon” (hit retail early October)

– College: Kentucky (October 15), Ohio State (November 15) and University of Miami (November 29)

– Previously, a China-specific colorway (October 1)

– Other LEBRON 9 colorways will launch at key moments throughout the year.

[source: slam magazine and Nike]

The Nike LeBron 9 focuses on functionality without sacrificing style. It is the first shoe to combine Flywire and Hyperfuse technology. This “Cannon” colorway will first be released exclusively in Miami in select retail locations today.

Nike and LeBron James just launched today the next generation of James’ eighth signature shoe, the LEBRON 8 PS. The LEBRON 8 PS is the final version in the series of three LEBRON 8 footwear styles. The LEBRON 8 PS is lighter, lower to the ground, more responsive. This is LeBron’s first signature shoe featuring Hyperfuse construction, the LEBRON 8 PS sheds 1.5 ounces from the regular season model (V2).

Follow the jump for pictures.

“Heading into the final stretch of the season, the LEBRON 8 PS mirrors my evolving game as strength and endurance are tested,” said James. “The lion symbol on the tongue of all three versions of my eighth signature shoe keep me hungry and focused each time I lace up.”

They’re available now at nikestore.com (Europe too!).

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