Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Spotted in Unreleased Lace-up Converse SHAI 001

The Thunder guard steps out in a two-tone pink design following last week’s leopard print tease on Instagram.

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  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has taken to Instagram to reveal a new two-tone pink lace-up iteration of his signature Converse SHAI 001
  • The updated silhouette completely removes the original zippered shroud in favor of a standard exposed lacing system
  • The pink colorway follows a wild neon and leopard print iteration teased by the star while grocery shopping last week

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is continuing to experiment with his signature footwear line, previously taking to his personal Instagram to reveal a bold new lace-up version of the Converse SHAI 001. Stepping away from the hardwood, the Oklahoma City Thunder star now reveals the “Two-Tone Pink” colorway, the updated silhouette trades its high-fashion sensibilities for a more traditional performance aesthetic.

The newly revealed imagery shows a significant structural shift for the Converse SHAI 001. The modified design completely removes the zippered shroud that originally covered the lacing system, embracing a standard exposed lace-up construction. This update gives the signature sneaker a classic on-court look while retaining the premium details associated with the Oklahoma City Thunder star.

The upper is blocked in vibrant shades of pink, departing from the monochromatic, zipper-clad styling that defined the model’s initial launch. This official look follows a similar teaser from just a week ago, when the guard posted photos of himself grocery shopping in another shroudless, neon-infused pair featuring a wild leopard print tongue. While the guard continues to showcase these zipper-less variants on social media, it remains unclear if this modified design will see a wider retail launch.

 

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