Five Sneakers That Prove That Nike Isn’t Dead At All!
The sneaker industry keeps changing, shifting, and evolving. Brands come and go when it comes to hype, and we’ve seen that shit happen so often! But y’all, some people are claiming that Nike is dead… And while at some point that could’ve been a valid claim, it really isn’t anymore. So today, we prepared a list of five kicks that dopped, or will drop, in 2025, that will prove that Nike is pretty much alive. And that goes for collectors and resellers alike! Grab your popcorn, and let’s sit down for this. What do you think?
Here Are 5 Reasons Nike Isn’t Dead!
Lebron 23 40K Gold
Starting off this list is the golden child of 2025… literally. Nike launched LeBron’s 23rd signature silhouette this year, and the whole story and craftsmanship behind this shit is just epic. The kicks will come in 23 colorways to celebrate 23 milestones of the athlete’s career, and we’re here for it all. But it’s not just for the lore, because the 40K Gold colorway is currently worth a solid average of $450!
Nigo x Levi’s x Air Force 3
Another awesome drop that got sneakerheads locked in is the three-way Levi’s x NIGO x Air Force 3 collab! These kicks are a denim dream come true since the Jordan 4 x Levi’s collab happened. Now, the 2025 drop is a mix of vintage and streetwear vibes! Oh, and it does help that these babies are worth an impressive $424 on the aftermarket.
Nigel Sylvester Jordan 1 Low Better With Time
The Nigel Sylvester Jordan partnership is the gift that keeps on giving y’all! These babies are a lighter take on the 2022, and they’re pretty dope. From the scraped black leather upper to the simple branding, these babies are totally cool! And what’s even better than the design is the fact that you can easily make $100 in profit from flipping the kicks. That alone puts the kicks on the list of the most awesome drops of 2025!
Nike Kobe 5 Caitlin Clark Indiana Fever
Every basketball and WNBA fan out there has been following Caitlin Clark’s career since she got drafted in 2024! And to honor her impressive stats and legacy that she’s creating, she got her own Kobe colorway. The Nike Kobe 5 Indiana Fever came out in June 2025, and they’re currently worth $380 on average in resale! Of course, since Nike recruited the athlete, there will definitely be a signature pair coming soon.
Zion Williamson Jordan 1 Low Voodoo Alternate
Last but not least, Zion Williamson and Jordan Brand are back for a second New Orleans tribute! The Jordan 1 Voodoo Alternate has us all in a chokehold for many reasons. First, the kicks are very cute with their different shades of blue and all the voodoo details. Second, they are gonna be worth every penny, especially since the 2022 original Voodoos are worth up to $720!
One More Reason Why Nike’s Still the Mega Player!
It’s hard to maintain domination in an industry that keeps changing and evolving. It’s even harder to maintain hype when it feels like almost every idea under the sun has been done. However, leave it to Nike to find a way around this shit! Now, when it comes to maintaining hype, it seems like the Swoosh has found a new way to control the amount of sneakers it puts into the market.
You see, the brand new Nike SNKRS Reserve is the concept of pre-ordering sneakers before they’re even produced. And while this is great for sneakerheads who hate to take the Ls, there’s another side to it. Knowing how many pairs the market wants gives Nike the power to control the supply. And this means, there are no leftovers, making the kicks even more wanted… Basic psychology and shit. Now, if you wanna learn how you can evade that and score kicks for retail, check this out. See you around fam!