Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball is stepping onto the court with another television-inspired collaboration bound to capture the hearts of both hoops fans and cartoon aficionados alike. Following his previous ventures with Rick & Morty, Ball introduces a crossover with another Cartoon Network classic, Dexter’s Laboratory, through his signature PUMA MB.03 line.
Ball's boundless creativity on the court. True to the character of the athlete and the show, the collaboration extends beyond the sneakers themselves. The upper is a dizzying concoction of multicolored swirls that channel Dexter's frenetic experiments and mishaps. This splash of colors is balanced by the more understated black-and-white scheme found on the tongue, heel, and liner, grounding the design in a way that makes the vibrant aspects pop even more dramatically.
The heels feature co-branded detailing that merges the PUMA logo with Dexter's iconic figure. The tongue tags are playfully adorned with various beakers and scientific paraphernalia, bringing a piece of Dexter’s lab to the design. Adding a final touch, the inner tongues are a delight for fans, with Dexter and his effervescent sister Dee Dee glazed across them.
Set to release on PUMA.com on December 22, the Dexter’s Laboratory x PUMA MB.03 will arrive alongside a capsule collection of co-branded apparel. This wardrobe will feature tees, jackets, hoodies, and shorts, all emblazoned with graphics that celebrate the crossover.