PHOTO: Nike honors LeBron's 25K points with limited-edition shoe
LeBron James became the youngest player to reach the 25,000-point mark with a fourth quarter alley-oop Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers.
To celebrate the Cleveland Cavaliers star's monumental achievement, Nike released the limited-edition NikeiD LEBRON 13 25K shoe, starting at $250.
The kicks feature elements that represent James and his 12-year career:
- Lion representing the spirit animal for victory
- Carnations and orange blossoms symbolizing birth and growth with native flowers from where James has played
- Dolomite stone, which can be found throughout Ohio
- Industrial smoke referencing the state's industrious, hardworking spirit
- Light bands for the positivity and energy generated from family, friends and teammates
The shoe's laces, midsole, outsole, tongue, and swoosh are customizable.
(Photos courtesy: Nike)