Official Images of the Nike KD 4 "Year of the Dragon"

Update: It’s shaping up to be a big year for the return of Kevin Durant’s Nike KD 4 as closer looks at re-releases of classic pairs such as the “Weatherman” and “Galaxy” have surfaced. In addition to this, we now have an official visual breakdown of its new “Year of the Dragon” colorway. In addition to the details covered below, it arrives with two accessories — a thematic charm and dustbag — all packed inside a special shoe box. Release is expected to go down next month via Nike SNKRS and select retailers, but stay tuned as we await a firm launch date.

Update: Looking ahead to 2024, Nike Basketball looks to be returning to the Nike KD 4, following the KD 3’s return for 2023. After rumors of a new “Year of the Dragon” colorway surfaced earlier this year, we now have a complete first look at the pair. Presented in the color arrangement outlined below, the shoe notably features a dragon around the heel, wrapping around the medial Swoosh. Release remains anticipated for early 2024 so stay tuned for updates and peep our initial coverage below.

Original Story: After it was reported that the Nike KD 4 “Galaxy” is returning in 2024, we now get news of the popular low-top silhouette resurfacing in several other colorways including “Year of the Dragon 2.0” for next Spring.

The original version from Kevin Durant was released back in 2012 and as the lunar calendar operates under 12-year animal cycles, 2024 will be the next year of the dragon. Departing from the blue and orange look of the 2012 colorway, the upcoming pairs are expected to be dressed in “Khaki,” “Noble Red,” ‘Sesame,” “Cacao Wow,” and “Gum Yellow” hues. Wavy details on the velcro strap and tongue section are expected to stay intact with KD logo print on the heels and gum outsoles.

The Nike KD 4 “Year of the Dragon 2.0” is set to release Spring 2024 via Nike’s website and select Nike Basketball retailers for $130 USD.

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