Nike Basketball's LeBron Witness 9 Delivers Excellent Performance at a Budget Price

Over the last week, LeBron James has made headlines for the wrong reasons, but "the kid from Akron" is set to divert attention back to his basketball footwear with the debut of the Nike LeBron Witness 9.

While part of his athlete-specific partnership with the Swoosh, the silhouette lives outside of the mainline Nike LeBron series. Instead, the ninth LeBron Witness adds another tally to the budget-friendly range that began in 2016. Insight from the pinnacle expression of footwear for "King James" is brought onto the more affordable product line, which might be on the verge of launching its most celebrated silhouette in some time.

The LeBron Witness 9 boasts a sleeker shape and lower-profile than its immediate predecessor. The upper features a synthetic material that sheds weight and delivers ample ventilation for long sessions in the gym. Underfoot, a full-length ReactX foam midsole offers responsive cushioning that's proven its worth across Nike Running's current line of trainers. Spaced-out herringbone traction underneath the forefoot promises exceptional grip for those James-like takeoffs.

Enjoy official photos of the LeBron Witness 9's inaugural styles ahead. Pairs are set to make their way onto Nike.com by October for around $105.

For more performance footwear, check out some upcoming Adidas Adizero EVO SL running shoes.