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    Nike KD 18 "Aunt Pearl" (HV1997-600)
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    Kevin Durant's Nike KD 18 in a pink "Aunt Pearl" color scheme.

    Kevin Durant's Nike KD 18 "Aunt Pearl" Releases Oct. 7

    Release

    2025.10.07

    Heat

    100.00°

    Brand

    Nike

    Model

    KD 18

    SKU

    HV1997-600

    Color

    Pearl Pink/Tulip Pink/Playful Pink/Laser Fuchsia

    Retail

    $155

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    Throughout his professional basketball career, Kevin Durant has allowed spectators into his life through interviews, social media posts, and his signature Nike Basketball line of sneakers. The most latter area of the bunch has touched on the NBA All-Star's love of music, favorite childhood toy, and even his on-court monikers. One touch point that's endured over the last decade-and-change has been Durant's tribute to his great "Aunt Pearl," a figure that's now being commemorated on the KD 18.

    The KD 4 from 2012 kicked off the current Houston Rocket's homage to his family member, but the style—usually a pink-heavy color scheme complemented by either pearl or floral graphics—has landed on all mainline Nike KD designs since. The KD 18 "Aunt Pearl" doesn't deviate from the theme's signature elements, but opts for a lighter-colored makeover overall.

    The bulk of the sneaker features a faint shade of pink. allowing for the floral print across the profile "cages" and inner lining to revel in the spotlight. Laces also command attention with their fuchsia-like finish. Swooshes on both sides of the heel also play with the sneaker's color palette, which presents a speckled touch on the midsoles. Initial photos from size? don't reveal any direct call out to Durant's great aunt, nor the cancer that ultimately cost her her life, but these details could arrive on the tongue's underside or throughout packaging.

    Enjoy official photos of the thematic pair ahead. The "Aunt Pearl" KD 18 should release via Nike.com on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Proceeds go to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.

    For more sneaker news, check out the latest Jordan releases.

    Author:Jovani HernandezDate:2025.09.23Tags:
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