Jeff Teague Debates Ja Morant vs. Anthony Edwards for NBA "Shoe of the Year"

The Jordan Classic and Early Releases

• 🏀 The Jordan Classic featured a 101 tournament where the winner earned a contract with Jordan Brand.
• 🔥 Early releases included the Taxi 12s, Fire Red Fives, and Shatter Back Wars.
• 👟 Discussion touched on the return of the all-black 11s with a blue sole, referred to as the "Gamas."

Sneakerhead Retirement and Selectivity

• 🧐 Jeff Teague humorously claims retirement from collecting every shoe, but admits he'll still grab select desirable models like the 17s or specific 4s.
• 💡 The conversation highlights a shift from collecting every release to being more selective with personal preferences.

The Best Year for Hoop Shoes?

• 🌟 Many believe the current year has been one of the best for basketball shoe releases in a long time, with brands delivering desired models.
• 👟 Specific colorways like the Undefeated 4s and Taxi 12s were discussed, with mixed opinions on their desirability.
• 🎨 The Wolf Grey Fives were mentioned as a popular release, though not a favorite for everyone.

Ja Morant's J3 as a Top Contender

• 🏆 The Ja Morant J3 is strongly considered a potential hoop shoe of the year, with all seen colorways being praised.
• 🚀 The A2 rollout by Adidas was also highlighted positively for its execution and team support.

Current Sneaker Market and Deals

• 📉 The market is currently seeing many classic and desirable sneakers sitting, with prices dropping on some models like the Jellyfish.
• 💸 There's an opportunity to get good deals on sneakers, with some classic pairs available at significantly reduced prices from their original retail.
• ⚠️ A personal anecdote shared a negative experience with an order of 95s from a retailer, highlighting potential issues with online purchases.