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LeBron James Confirms Wear-Test LeBron 23 Prototypes, Teases Debut Colorway

Clarifying that circulating images show test models, he signaled a likely late-August launch for the next signature sneaker.

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7/31/2025

Overview

  • LeBron James posted that the shoes seen in his offseason training are wear-test versions and teased an “insane” debut colorway for the LeBron 23.
  • The prototypes feature a low-cut silhouette with a molded outsole extending into a crown-inspired side graphic and no visible Nike branding.
  • Sneaker blogs such as Nice Kicks and House of Heat have shared close-up photos of these de-badged test pairs, highlighting ongoing design refinements.
  • Nike has not yet released official specifications, pricing, or an exact release date for the LeBron 23.
  • Sources including Sports Illustrated and ClutchPoints report that an official reveal is expected in the coming weeks, with a late-August drop widely anticipated.