Nike Ja 1 “Murray State” Gets A First Look

BYBen AtkinsonPublished on February 10, 20242.5K Views

DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 09: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies watches play from the bench during the first half of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on January 09, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

This pair channels Ja's alma mater.

The Nike Ja 1, a beloved sneaker for its performance-oriented design and sleek aesthetics, continues to captivate both basketball players and sneaker aficionados. The imminent release of the "Murray State" colorway has enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation. This special edition pays homage to Murray State University, the alma mater of NBA star Ja Morant, who famously propelled Murray State to national prominence during his collegiate career. The colorway features the school's distinctive blue and yellow, accentuated with the iconic Murray State logo.

The "Murray State" colorway injects a sense of pride and nostalgia into the Nike Ja 1, reflecting Morant's collegiate journey and his meteoric rise to NBA stardom. Sneaker enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the release of this exclusive design, drawn to its unique blend of colors and the story behind it. With its eye-catching aesthetics and premium craftsmanship, the Nike Ja 1 in the "Murray State" colorway is poised to make a significant impact in both the basketball and sneaker communities.

"Murray State" Nike Ja 1

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The sneakers feature a bright yellow sole with a navy blue midsole. The upper consists of mesh and leather, both matching in dark navy blue. The Nike Swoosh is a light yellow. Further, navy blue laces and a navy tongue complete the design. Overall, these sneakers take on a cohesive color scheme that is representative of Murray State's colorway. Look out for this pair to drop this spring, and you'll definitely see Morant lace these up.

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Sneaker Files reports that the Nike Ja 1 “Murray State” will be released sometime this spring. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $120 when they are released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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Ben Atkinson

Ben Atkinson is a sneaker content writer at HotNewHipHop, with expertise in web content writing, digital marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). Ben’s love for sneakers began when he was 13. He founded Midwest Soles, his sneaker reselling business. He bought and sold hundreds of popular sneakers and learned everything there is to know about the sneaker market. He eventually combined his passion for sneakers with his passion for writing and started covering sneaker releases and valuable sneaker reselling information. Ben has previously written for Sneaker Flippers, managing the site’s email newsletter to over 15,000 engaged readers with a focus on enhancing the click/open rate to increase the sale conversion rate overall. On top of this, Ben would also create written content for the site with a view to increasing web traffic and online sales through SEO optimization. His favorite sneakers are the Air Jordan 1 ‘Bred’ and the Nike x Parra Air Max 1.