Nike Book 2 Gets a "Sunburst" Release for Summer
Devin Booker’s second signature silhouette pays homage to Phoenix’s classic franchise colors with a striking retro-inspired colorway.
Name: Nike Book 2 “Sunburst”
Colorway: Court Purple/Platinum Violet-Black-Sail
SKU: FZ7013-500
Retail Price: $145 USD
Release Date: June 8, 2026
Where to Buy: Nike
While the Phoenix Suns‘ season may have come to an end, Devin Booker‘s signature footwear line is just heating up for the summer. After teasing fans with various Player Exclusives (PEs) throughout the year, Nike is officially bringing the Book 2 to the masses. Up next is the vibrant, retro-leaning Nike Book 2 “Sunburst”—a bold homage to the classic Phoenix Suns color palette that Booker first laced up during the team’s opening play-in game.
Nicknamed the “Vintage Suns” by fans, the “Sunburst” colorway leans heavily into the historic visual identity of Booker’s franchise. The upper is dominated by a rich “Court Purple,” providing a striking canvas for the sneaker’s standout detail: a bright, sunset-orange gradient fading across the lateral Swoosh. It is a direct and nostalgic nod to the beloved throwback jerseys that defined the Suns in the 1990s.
Beyond the colorway, the Book 2 introduces a notable shift in materials and aesthetics compared to Booker’s first signature model. Moving away from the heavy lifestyle and canvas influences of the Book 1, this latest silhouette embraces a much sportier, performance-driven look. Nike utilized a breathable mesh-based upper that draws distinct design cues from the iconic Air Zoom Spiridon running shoe. To balance out the vibrant purple and orange upper, the shoe is anchored by a sleek, icy translucent traction outsole that delivers both sharp contrast and elite on-court grip.
As Booker continues to solidify his status as one of Nike Basketball’s leading faces, the Book 2 represents a clean evolution of his footwear lineage, perfectly balancing high-performance tech with distinct, heritage-driven storytelling.
