Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Unveils Converse SHAI 001, His First Signature Shoe

The Oklahoma City Thunder star, now Converse Basketball's Creative Director, debuts a bold, customizable design embodying his duality on and off the court.

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander collaborated with Converse to launch the SHAI 001, his first signature basketball shoe, set for a limited global release in fall 2025.
• As Converse Basketball's Creative Director since 2024, Gilgeous-Alexander played a key role in designing the shoe, incorporating his artistic vision and personal sketches.
• The SHAI 001 features innovative elements like a zipper system for multiple wear options, a Nike Zoom Air bag for responsive cushioning, and a radial traction outsole for agility.
• The shoe showcases Shai's signature logo, symbolizing his dual identities as an athlete and creative, and pays homage to his jersey number with a stylized design.
• Fans can preview the SHAI 001 in the 'Butter' colorway during NBA All-Star Weekend at a Converse pop-up studio in San Francisco.

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