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Tyrese Maxey Debuts First New Balance Signature Shoe in Play-In Win

The launch underscores New Balance’s push into player signature lines beyond Kawhi Leonard.

Overview

  • Maxey revealed the New Balance Maxey v1 in a GQ exclusive hours before tip-off, then wore it in a 109-87 Play-In win over the Magic that secured the No. 7 seed.
  • He led Philadelphia with 31 points and six assists in the on-court debut, turning a product reveal into a statement game.
  • The low-top is built for speed with a suede and synthetic upper, a wavy black-and-white design, the classic New Balance N on the side, and his name on the tongue.
  • He becomes only the second New Balance athlete with a signature basketball line after Kawhi Leonard, having joined the brand in 2023.
  • Maxey called the moment special and said he shed tears when he learned of it, and he told reporters the shoe is slated for an October release at $130.