Ja Morant is currently in the midst of another solid season with the Memphis Grizzlies that includes the launch of his first signature shoe, the Nike Ja 1. Overall, this is a simple yet easy-to-like silhouette. Considering the fact that Ja is a guard, it should come as no surprise that this shoe has a low-top silhouette. This is just one of those shoes that are going to stand the test of time, and fans are loving it so far. Moreover, new colorways are slowly being revealed.
The Grizzlies are a team with a lot of untapped potential as far as sneaker colorways are concerned. Ja is the first superstar in franchise history to get his own shoe. Consequently, Nike is interested in truly honoring the history of the Memphis Grizzlies. As many of you know, this franchise actually started out in Vancouver. With the new colorway which can be found below, those Vancouver roots are shining bright.
Nike Ja 1 "Scratch"
This brand-new color scheme is simply called "Scratch." As for the actual colors, fans are being given a shoe that resembles those vintage Vancouver Grizzlies uniforms. The retro uniforms that the Grizzlies have worn over the years are immensely popular. That said, it only makes sense that Nike would want to come through with a shoe that pays homage to them. Firstly, the sneaker is covered in team materials. Moreover, there are scratch marks throughout the upper, the Nike swoosh, and the midsole. Lastly, the shoe also has some red and bronze built in which helps bring the entire Vancouver aesthetic together.
Unfortunately for fans who want to cop these, the release date is still unknown. However, they should be dropping quite soon for a price of $110 USD. If you are a historian of the franchise, then these are probably going to be exciting prospects for you. Either way, there are plenty more Nike Ja 1 color schemes on the horizon. Stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the sneaker world. Additionally, let us know what you think of these, down in the comments below.
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