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Get ready to put in some legwork, because many of this weekend's sneaker releases will be difficult to cop. You'll have your first chance at grabbing the "EYBL" edition of Kevin Durant's sneakers, an overseas opportunity at a few coveted Jordan drops, and more.
Nike Basketball continues to impress with a handful of strong releases, including a low top "Entourage" LeBron and a new look for Kyrie Irving's first signature shoe.
The Swoosh will also be hooking up with Dover Street Market for a premium collab on the Dunk High, while Jordan Brand's biggest drops will be taking place exclusively overseas.
Check out the rest of the drops you need to know about in A Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.
Dover Street Market x Nike Dunk Lux High “Black/Black”
Price: $165
When: Thursday, May 7 TBA
Where: Available at NikeLab, Dover Street Market
What You Need to Know: Nike and Dover Street Market have worked together on a number of occasions, but this marks the pair's first endeavor on the Dunk High silhouette. This premium collection features two waterproof Dunks, starting with this tonal black affair.
Dover Street Market x Nike Dunk Lux High “White/White”
Price: $165
When: Thursday, May 7 TBA
Where: Available at NikeLab, Dover Street Market
What You Need to Know: The DSM Lux collection is rounded out by these coke white Dunk Highs. The white-on-white and waterproof combo makes these a smart choice for summer.
Nike LeBron 12 Low “Entourage”
Price: $175
When: Thursday, May 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: Available at select Sneaker Politics, Nike retailers
What You Need to Know: The LeBron “Entourage” theme, which debuted on the LeBron 8v2, continues on the low top version of the King's latest. These aren't for everyone, but they're a must for LeBron fans.
Nike KD7 Elite “EYBL”
Price: $220
When: Friday, May 8 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available at House of Hoops, select Nike retailers
What You Need to Know: The Nike KD VI Elite “EYBL” was a fan favorite, but it never actually released to the public. That all changes this year with this bronze KD7 Elite.
Nike Flyknit Racer "Oreo 2.0"
Price: $150
When: Friday, May 8 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available at Nike online, select Nike retailers
What You Need to Know: One of the most coveted Flyknit Racer colorways returns tomorrow with a few slight adjustments. If you missed out on the last "Oreo" drop, you already know not to sleep on these this time around.
adidas SL Loop Racer Chromatech Pack
Price: $85
When: Friday, May 8 at 8 a.m. EST
Where: Available at Oneness, select adidas retailers
What You Need to Know: adidas' new Chromatech technology is yet another example of how the brand is killing it with innovative concepts, and it makes its debut this weekend on the SL Loop silhouette.
adidas Originals Suisse “White/Black/Gum”
Price: $100
When: Friday, May 8 TBA
Where: Available exclusively at size?
What You Need to Know: While the adidas Suisse isn't exactly the brand's most memorable silhouette, this gum-bottomed size? exclusive should catch the attention of a few sneakerheads since it's the first time the silhouette is being brought back.
Nike Kyrie 1 “Wolf Grey”
Price: $110
When: Saturday, May 9 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available at Nike.com, select Nike retailers
What You Need to Know: The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the midst of a heated second round series against the Bulls, and now Kyrie has a fresh new colorway for his new opponents.
Air Jordan XX Retro “Cool Grey”
Price: $220
When: Saturday, May 9 at 3 a.m. EST
Where: Available overseas at Hanon and other UK retailers
What You Need to Know: This Air Jordan XX Retro was originally set to hit the States this month, but was delayed for unknown reasons. This weekend, UK 'heads will get first dibs on this “Cool Grey” colorway.
Monkey Time x ASICS Gel Lyte V “Lights & Shadows”
Price: $135
When: Saturday, May 9 TBA
Where: Available at United Arrows Beauty & Youth locations
What You Need to Know: The Gel Lyte V collaborations keep coming as ASICS teams with Japan's Monkey Time. These are going to be pretty hard to get, but we'll let you know if a wider release ends up getting announced.
Sneakersnstuff x Vans OG Classic Slip-on LX “Stockholm”
Price: $69
When: Saturday, May 9 TBA
Where: Available exclusively at Sneakernstuff
What You Need to Know: Sweden's Sneakersnstuff will add Vans to their lengthy list of collaborations this weekend with these patterned Slip-ons.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG Pinnacle "Black"
Price: $400
When: Saturday, May 9 at TBA
Where: Available at Solebox
What You Need to Know: U.S. 'heads will have to wait until June to pick up these Pinnacle 1s but if you're in Berlin you'll have first dibs on these bad boys this weekend.
