LeBron James’ Akron roots. His love for Halloween. His favorite colors. His “Written in the Stars” destiny. Even his home state’s role in space exploration.
If you know how to read an athletic shoe, you’ll find many chapters in LeBron 13, the 13th signature shoe Nike is releasing in collaboration with the Cleveland Cavaliers star.
For starters, the bottom heel of every shoe has the words “LeBron James” and “Akronite” molded on the hexpad cushion.
The shoe was the focus of a movie premier-style event at E.J. Thomas Hall on Sunday to which 2,000 Akron area students, a handful of lucky residents and Cavs season ticket holders were invited.