Nike Big Nike Hi LE – Phi Slamma Jamma

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The Nike Big Nike has made a comback as of late, as we’ve featured the white / cement, university blue / white – medium grey – game yellow, and the charcoal / dark obsidian – white colorways. This pair is inspired by the Phi Slamma Jamma, the nickname given to the great 1982-1984 University of Houston basketball tam. Some of those players ended up becoming NBA legends, including Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler.

The shoe itself is inspired by different features of the team. For example, the plaid on the side panels is reminiscent of Coach guy V. Lewis, who always wore plaid jackets. The upper features a red design along with white accents on the toe box, ankle area, shoelaces and midsole. The color is obviously inspired by the school’s official colors.  Upon release, the shoes will be exclusive to House of Hoops locations. via Foot Locker.