The Jordan Luka 3 'Purple Comet" Is Ready for Lakers Debut

No, you weren't dreaming: Luka Dončić's is officially a Los Angeles Laker. Behind-the-scenes details about why exactly the Slovenian superstar was traded from the Dallas Mavericks may never see the light of day, but more styles of the Jordan Luka 3 will.

Ahead of Dončić's debut with LeBron James and team, the guard's third signature model with Jordan Brand has surfaced in an eye-catching combination of 'Purple Comet/Midnight Navy/Hydrogen Blue/Hot Punch'. While certainly in the works long before Nico Harrison shocked the NBA with the trade, the latest Luka 3 signals more offerings clad in shades of purple are to come.

The sneakers have been designed with inspiration of Luka Dončić's love of cars, playing into his acceleration-deceleration skillset as well. The aforementioned color palette divvies up performance-first components across the shoe, with the upper opting for an all-over warped pattern. Isoplate, Cushlon 3.0 foam, and other technology from the Oregon-based institution also revel in the series of bold tones, creating a footwear package sure to match #77's impact on the Lakers.

Enjoy official photos of the 'Purple Comet'-covered Luka 3 below. A firm Nike.com release date hasn't been disclosed by the brand, but that's likely to change soon. The pair retails for $130.

For more from the Swoosh empire, check out all Air Jordan Release Dates for the remainder of the year, which includes the Air Jordan 5 'Black Metallic Reimagined' on Feb. 8.