Nike Sportswear and LeBron James are launching a new Nike LeBron 21 with the nickname "Prime 96" during the Summer of 2025.
Rumors about the new Nike LeBron 21 "Prime 96" first surfaced on X (formerly Twitter), where several industry sources mentioned that the model is launching during the Summer of 2025. The pair comes with product code Nike LeBron 21 "Prime 96" and the "White/Metallic Gold/Fire Red/Black" color scheme. The model features a white upper with red stripes, inspired by the design of the Nike Air DT Max 96. The tongue and inner lining are done in black for contrast. The pair is releasing in a men's size run from 6 US to 18 US. For now Nike has not yet confirmed an exact release date. However several sources have already confirmed the launch for April 25, 2025.
When is Nike LeBron 21 “Prime 96” releasing?
The Nike LeBron 21 "Prime 96" is releasing during the Summer of 2025 on Nike.com and at select Nike Basketball partner retailers. For now, the brand has not yet confirmed an exact release date. However, we already know that the model is part of the Nike Summer 2025 seasonal catalog. As a result, the pair will release between April and June. According to multiple industry sources, the new colorway is scheduled to drop on April 25, 2025. Check out the official images below as we wait for more details about the release.
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Vlad Ciutacu is a writer based in The Hague, Netherlands. He has been working in the footwear industry for more than a decade, with hundreds of pairs in his collection. His favourite models are the Air Jordan 1 and the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro. Find him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
