Kevin Durant’s Nike KD 5 Elite is officially coming back in 2027. Two colorways are confirmed, and both will cost $190.
The “EYBL” pair is reportedly set for April 22nd, 2027, and the “DMV” pair is planned for June 11th, 2027.
The “EYBL” pair is a loud multicolor design with volt green, turquoise, orange, and black. It brings back the bright look of the 2013 original, which referenced Nike’s Elite Youth Basketball League, the same league behind the Air Jordan 14 “EYBL” PE.
The “DMV” pair takes inspiration from mumbo sauce, a famous Washington, DC takeout sauce. It uses a bright red base with volt green and grey accents.
The style codes are JF8469-900 for “EYBL” and JF1123-600 for “DMV.” Pairs are expected through Nike and select retailers.
The KD 5 Elite was part of Nike Basketball’s Elite Series, which gave signature shoes special playoff upgrades. The original had Kevlar-reinforced Flywire cables, a foam tongue, and a caged Zoom Air unit.
It is still unclear if Nike will update the shoe with modern foam and Zoom Air. Nike has not announced the details officially. It follows the KD 6 “Texas” in Nike’s retro run, and it should please fans who love Durant’s early shoe.
Nike KD 5 Elite
Nike has been bringing back Durant’s older shoes for several years. The retro run started with the KD 3 and KD 4, and the KD 6 has been the big focus this year.
Fans have already seen the KD 6 “Aunt Pearl” and the KD 6 “Meteorology” return, and the KD 5 Elite looks like the next big model in line.
The DMV pair also honors Durant’s hometown. He grew up in Prince George’s County, Maryland, and he has often shown love to the area through his shoes.
A $190 price is higher than recent KD retros, but the Elite Series has always been premium. Overall, the KD 5 Elite return is an exciting one for fans of Durant’s early signature line.
