Ballin' on a Budget: Anthony Edwards & adidas Introduce the Believe That 1

Fresh off his first NBA All-Star Game MVP, the Anthony Edwards and his adidas Basketball family have revealed a new sub-chapter in their popular partnership: the budget-friendly Believe That 1 sneaker.

Rumored ad nauseam over the last year, e-commerce shots of the non-Anthony Edwards 2 design confirm that the Three Stripes is doubling down on its bet on the Minnesota Timberwolves star. Other athletes currently part of the adidas Basketball roster have had takedown models as part of their deals, but none of them have lasted the test of time. It's still early in the Edwards story, but an offshoot from the main signature footwear series this early on is a promising sign.

The shoe takes its name from one of the Atlanta-native's signature phrases: "Believe that."

Visually, the adidas Believe That 1 is a departure from the two Anthony Edwards designs that've overtaken the world of hoops footwear. Yet, its shape resembles that of the AE 1 Low, as well as some of the Three Stripes' other basketball shoes. Netizens have already taken to social media to comment on the five cut-outs on the profiles as they differ from adidas' iconic 3-Stripes branding. It's possible the detail was landed upon as a callback to Edwards' jersey number (5), which recently inspired a Y-3 collection also starring Zinedine Zidane and Jude Bellingham.

As a budget-friendly basketball shoe, the Believe That 1 replaces some of the AE 2's premier materials with less expensive ones that still provide formidable performance. LIGHTSTRIKE and LightBOOST cushioning from the top-of-the-line models make way for DREAMSTRIKE, a soft, but durable foam that debuted on some of adidas' award-winning running sneakers. The rubber compound found across the outsole offers reliable traction for indoor courts, but isn't meant for harsher outdoor grounds. A textile upper combines with synthetic materials for a protective, breathable, and flexible experience, enabling athletes of all ages to leave their marks on the court.

Enjoy detailed shots of inaugural Believe That 1 styles ahead. Pairs are expected to hit adidas.com before July. Pricing for Adult sizing should be $100, whereas Kids' pairs should be priced at $80.

For more hoops-ready offerings, check out the Nike LeBron 23.