Converse SHAI 001 "CLEAN SLATE"Drops Jan. 2

UPDATE 12.28.25 That appearance has since been contextualized. Converse has officially announced the SHAI 001 “CLEAN SLATE”, revealing the triple-white colorway as a symbol of new beginnings and forward momentum for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s signature line. The minimalist execution strips the model down to its core, emphasizing the silhouette’s sculpted design and performance-driven construction. The Converse SHAI 001 “CLEAN SLATE” is set to release in limited quantities on January 2, 2026, via Converse.com and select retailers, with a wider global rollout planned for a later date.

Original Article: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recently fulfilled his 2025 NBA Media Day responsibilities. As was the case with Devin Booker and his Nike "What the" Book 1, the Oklahoma City Thunder star took the occasion as an opportunity to debut a never-before-seen edition of his Converse SHAI 001 basketball shoe. has been enjoying a recent string of public appearances. In addition to helping Jimmy Fallon get some 'fits off, the Oklahoma City Thunder star recently stepped out in a never-before-seen all-pink Converse SHAI 001.

Like many versions of the performance hoops model, the newly-surfaced pair takes on a tonal finish across its minimal, but future-forward design. Every public launch of SGA's debut silhouette has drawn inspiration from a personal anecdote, and the "Triple White" style should be no different. It's very possible that the pair is an homage to the Air Force 1 Low's most emblematic look. This, however, has yet to be confirmed.

Check out a video of Gilgeous-Alexander wearing the unreleased SHAI 001 ahead. And for more sneaker news, check out the latest Jordan releases.