Nike Celebrates LeBron & Bronny's Historic Father-Son NBA Moment with Special LeBron 23

LeBron James has had plenty of newsworthy moments throughout his NBA career. His latest signature sneaker—the Nike LeBron 23—is on a mission to recall 23 of these legacy-defining moments. Its mismatched "The Chosen One and the One Who Chose" colorway remembers Oct. 22, 2024: the day LeBron and his eldest son, Bronny, made history by becoming the NBA's first father-son duo to play for the same team.

Thus far, the Nike Basketball team has unveiled footwear that celebrates the 40-year-old athlete's scoring record, back-to-back NBA titles with the Miami Heat, and his first signature sneaker. "The Chosen One and the One Who Chose" style, however, is the first pair to feature different presentations between left and right shoe. The design choice is intentional, allowing both James Family members to enjoy their own side. Rightfully so, LeBron James takes over the gold-accented shoe, which features Chosen text on the spine. Bronny's side features the eye-catching Crown Containment System in a Nike Foamposite-reminiscent purple; the spine reads 1 Who Chose.

Given that the father-son duo debuted for the Los Angeles Lakers, it's fitting that the commemorative basketball shoe takes on the NBA team's color palette. The black-colored textile uppers feature two crown monograms that fit into each other, further acknowledging LeBron and Bronny.

"The Chosen One and the One Who Chose" LeBron 23 will release via Nike.com and other retailers on Thursday, Oct. 23. Men's and Big Kids' sizing will be available.

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