Nike LeBron 3 Retro to Return in 2022

Bringing back the vintage LeBrons.

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Hot off the news of the Nike LeBron 2 Retro returning in 2022, reports have indicated that the LeBron 3 are also expected to make a comeback this year. Similar to the LeBron 2s, the silhouette are chunkier in style.

The Nike LeBron 3 was initially released in 2005. Set to arrive in 2022 is reportedly a rendition of the original black and varsity crimson colorway that sees the majority of the shoe, including the upper, tongue and heel all in black except for the red detailing on the sole and lion head branding on the tongue, midsole and outlines of the Swoosh. The upcoming LeBron 3 is also expected to feature a black base and silver contrasting accents and red highlights on the rubber outsole and branded portions of the shoe.

Look out for the LeBron 3 expected to drop in 2022 on Nike.

In other footwear news, Nike Blazer Mid’77 comes with sleek alternate Swooshes.

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