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    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Converse SHAI 002 basketball shoe teaser image against of Los Angeles Lakers 2026 Conference Semifinals.

    Converse Teases SHAI 002 Debut Ahead of OKC's Lakers Matchup

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    Jovani Hernandez

    Date

    2026.05.04

    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his Oklahoma City Thunder squad have moved on to the 2026 Western Conference Semi-Finals. There, the reigning NBA champions will take on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in a matchup many anticipate will favor SGA and company 4-0.

    Ahead of Game 1 of the series, Converse Basketball has taken to social media to tease the second chapter of its partnership with Gilgeous-Alexander, a move that makes perfect sense given that the SHAI 001 debuted during the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

    The Converse SHAI 002 remains under wraps as of writing, but it's expected to double down on the minimalist vision SGA brought to the design table for his first signature silhouette. It's possible that the new sneaker introduces a new cushioning solution, although that's yet to be determined.

    Stay tuned for firm details.

    For more sneaker news, check out the New Balance Maxey v1, Tyrese Maxey's debut signature sneaker.

    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with the Converse SHAI 001 "Butter" release.
    “Note”Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with the Converse SHAI 001 "Butter" release.

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