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John Wall 2 home colorway |
PORTLAND, Ore. – John Wall wasn’t ready for the league, they said. The electrifying No.
1 overall pick was challenged for having too much fun, too much flash and not
enough consistency for success.
While the Washington
Wizards struggled early in John’s career, he dedicated himself to the game,
leading the Wizards to back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time since
2006 and garnered praise as a two-time NBA All-Star. Now, John is in search of
an NBA Championship without comprising his bold personality and thrilling style
of play that never hides from the spotlight.
“I’ve grown
as player and as a better leader for my team,” John said. “I’m the captain now,
and I don’t want to let my teammates and the people of this city down.”
Further
solidifying John’s identity as a transformative superstar in the game, adidas
unveils the J Wall 2. Inspired by his highlight reel of
signature 360 layups, no-look passes and smothering defense, the J Wall 2 is designed to
enhance John’s elite speed on the court while reflecting his energetic, vibrant
style off it. John collaborated with adidas to create a shoe that elevates his
ability to penetrate the lane, create off the dribble and blow by the best
basketball players in the world.
“We wanted
to create a shoe that helps my game and represents my style,” John said. “The
shoe really shows what I love about fashion with loud colors and bold designs. Every
part of the shoe is made to help how I play the game but it’s also made for
fans who want to stand out on the court and represent with style off it.”
The J Wall
2 is engineered with a Quickframe upper and full length adiprene+ to deliver
optimum speed and cushioning for added flexibility and comfort. A deep flex
groove runs along the center of the traction pattern to elevate John’s game,
while the silhouette’s 3D molded topline provides increased stability. The shoe
rides low to the ground for an improved first step against defenders, while Quickframe
technology ensures responsiveness, lockdown and fit to propel John’s game.
“John isn’t afraid
of showing us who he is, and our goal was to create a shoe that was as
explosive as his game” said Brian Foresta, vice president Global Design, adidas
Basketball. “We introduced new ways of pairing textures and patterns to reflect
his unique sense of style but still focused on building a shoe geared for one
of the fastest in the game.”
The J Wall 2 blends personal details inspired by
John’s journey with colorful, bold patterns to match his electrifying play and
unique fashion sense. Each colorway shows out with an array of premium
materials and colors, including animal print textures and digital camo prints.
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John Wall 2 Away colorway |
JSW is also displayed in the tongue liner to pay
homage to John’s late father while personal messages are engraved in his
crossover JW logo featured on the outsole’s traction pattern, including:
- Mama’s Boy – John shares a close relationship with his mother, Frances Pulley, who instilled within him the purpose of becoming the best person he can be
- Five Deep – The name coined for John’s crew of childhood friends
- Great Wall – Inspired by his tattoo and personal goals
- Raleigh & 919 –John’s hometown and area code in North Carolina
The J Wall 2 (Php6,295) will launch in
home (October 31) and road (November 6) colorways at select adidas retailers
and adidas.com.
*** THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE ***
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