Chinatown Market X Converse X NBA

When it comes down to the best duos in NBA history, Michael Jordan/Scottie Pippen and Kobe Bryant/Shaquille O’Neal will always be in the discussion for the top two spots. While disregarding each person’s individual accolades, these two duos were able to win three consecutive championships and solidify themselves in the NBA history books. MJ & Pippen were able to three-peat twice with the Chicago Bulls (1991-93 & 1996-1998) as the pair helped put the team on the map as one the best franchises in the league. Kobe & Shaq continued the dominance of the Los Angeles Lakers as they completed a three-peat (2000-02) and still stand as the last team to achieve this accomplishment. Teamwork, determination, and excellence define these two duos and their championships back up these claims. 

To commemorate these historic moments, Converse collaborates with Chinatown Market and the NBA to redesign the retro Jeff Hamilton leather jackets onto the classic Pro Leather and Chuck 70 HI. Each sneaker embodies the famous leather jackets that both duos had been seen wearing and thus will continue their legacies. From the embroidered numbers to the intricate detailing, these kicks were meant to touch the concrete and show off instead of sitting in a shoebox. These colorways will be releasing on Friday, March 12 both in stores and on snipesusa.com.