(Los Angeles, Calif.) — Adidas Basketball and best NBA guard Trae Young announced a new chapter in the icon’s footwear legacy with a preseason debut for Trae 2. Trae 2 is at the forefront of the next generation of the game, channeling Young’s unparalleled skills and inviting all basketball players to lace up and dominate just like Trae.
“My childhood dream was to have my own signature basketball shoe and it’s surreal to be announcing my second sneaker with adidas,” Young said. “Through our partnership we aim to inspire future hoopers to dream big and to stay true to themselves. I hope that others can relate to my journey as an example of what is possible through the game.”
Inspired by the Adilette slide, the Trae 2’s forefoot brand design incorporates performance innovations from Boost and Lightstrike technologies, setting a new precedent for race-ready energy return and lightweight response. Highlighting the creative fusion of adidas Basketball, an adaptable knitted upper and a state-of-the-art lacing system designed for quick changes of direction and enhanced movement, this iteration combines a top-of-the-line performance shoe with the comfort of post-workout cooling. play together. Staying on top of the game was crucial to Trey’s game, and he was at his best between the lines.
An integral part of the Three Stripes list, Young is committed to empowering the next generation of basketball players by providing premium performance products that combine innovative technology with modern and forward-looking style. The Trae 2 comes in a leading colorway, combining black with neon green and electric purple for a dynamic, modern look. Basketball fans around the world can look forward to a range of vibrant and vibrant colorways that suggest Trae is forging the future of the sport.
The Trae 2 retails for $140 and will be available November 1 at select retailers and online at www.adidas.com/us/basketball