New Balance KAWHI V Embraces Brand Heritage in "Slate Grey"
Kawhi Leonard’s fifth signature silhouette pairs classic neutral tones with dual-density FuelCell cushioning.
Summary
New Balance has unveiled the KAWHI V in a heritage-inspired Slate Grey color scheme
The performance basketball model incorporates dual-density FuelCell foam paired with a stabilizing Y-shaped TPU plate
The pair is scheduled to arrive on retail calendars for November 13 at a price point of $160 USD
Name: New Balance Kawhi V “Slate Grey”
Colorway: Oxford Blue
SKU: UKLS3QZ
MSRP: $160 USD
Release Date: November 13, 2026
Where to Buy: New Balance
New Balance channels its quintessential running heritage onto the hardwood with the New Balance KAWHI V “Slate Grey”. The release applies the Boston imprint’s signature grey aesthetic to Kawhi Leonard‘s latest signature basketball shoe.
First previewed at the 2026 All-Star Game before making its retail debut in October, the KAWHI V continues to grow its seasonal lineup with an understated color treatment aligned with Leonard’s focused court persona. The silhouette is predominantly cast in slate grey across the upper, balanced by hits of white and off-white that trace down the profile and onto the tooling.
Engineered to match Leonard’s two-way playing style, the sneaker carries technical performance specs within the sole unit. Underfoot support is driven by a dual-density FuelCell midsole engineered for impact protection and responsiveness, working alongside an embedded Y-shaped TPU shank plate that reinforces torsional rigidity on cuts and lateral shifts.
The New Balance KAWHI V “Slate Grey” is scheduled to drop on November 13.
