Kool-Aid and Nike Pour up the Ja 3 "Pink Lemonade" Just in Time for Summer
Ja Morant’s latest signature silhouette gets a refreshing, flavor-driven update featuring mismatched branding and raised condensation details.
Name: Kool-Aid x Nike Ja 3 “Pink Lemonade”
Colorway: Lemon Venom/Deep Royal Blue-Light Green Spark-Light Photo Blue
SKU: IW1159-700
MSRP: $135 USD
Release Date: Spring 2026
Where to Buy: Nike
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is bringing some serious flavor to his signature footwear line. Following up on past successful crossovers, Nike and Kool-Aid have officially reunited to deliver a refreshing new take on the upcoming Nike Ja 3. Dubbed the “Pink Lemonade” edition, the playful collaboration injects a heavy dose of vibrant, thirst-quenching energy into the high-performance basketball silhouette.
The flavor-driven theme is immediately evident across the sneaker’s bold, mismatched construction. Perfectly capturing the essence of the beloved beverage, the “Pink Lemonade” Ja 3 utilizes eye-catching alternating pink and yellow uppers. Adding a unique tactile element to the design, the tongues feature raised, condensation-like droplet detailing, while fluid, wave-like accents crash across the collar and the responsive sole units.
To fully cement the partnership, the silhouette utilizes clever custom branding. The iconic Kool-Aid Man makes a prominent appearance alongside Ja Morant’s personal logo, bringing a fun, nostalgic touch to the court-ready model. The collaboration was initially teased by Morant himself during the 2025 holiday season—cleverly hidden in custom pink wrapping paper adorned with lemon graphics—and has now been fully realized with a fresh batch of official images.
By leaning into this playful storytelling, Nike continues to successfully expand the appeal of Morant’s signature lineup far beyond core hoopers. The Kool-Aid x Nike Ja 3 “Pink Lemonade” is expected to be available in both adult and grade school sizing.
