adidas Basketball has just unveiled the Dame 9, the latest addition to Damian Lillard’s signature shoe line, marking another milestone in the athlete’s successful footwear journey. This iteration is designed to be the lightest Dame release yet, tailored to meet the demands of athletes whose game is always on.
The Dame 9 weighs a mere 14.5 oz, enhancing mobility without sacrificing performance. It features an internal Lycra Bootie, providing comfortable yet stable support around the ankle, crucial for cutting and jumping. The Lightstrike technology in the midsole offers zoned cushioning, protecting the foot while reducing overall weight. The outsole boasts a multi-directional pattern and density, optimized for agility, grip, and comfort during intense movements. Additionally, the Total Torsion feature ensures stiffness and support throughout the entire foot, maximizing force transfer. A Nubuck Toe Cap reinforces durability in high-abrasion areas.
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Following their highly coveted collaborative take on the Dame 4, adidas and BAPE® have once again partnered for the Dame 9, incorporating the Japanese label’s signature aesthetics. The sneaker will be available in two of BAPE®’s iconic colorways: one in green with gold accents, featuring a gum outsole, black midsole, and green ABC CAMO on the upper with ABC LINE CAMO on the collar. The other features red with gold accents, a red outsole, black midsole, and red SOLID CAMO on the upper with ABC LINE CAMO on the collar. A third, friends and family iteration boasts a USA-inspired colorway with a tonal SOLID CAMO upper, ABC LINE CAMO on the collar, and gold accents. Each pair includes custom co-branded and tonal BAPE® CAMO sock liners, alternate laces, and arrives in a special co-branded box.
The collection is rounded out by a selection of apparel pieces, including a reversible mesh black SOLID CAMO jersey with adidas’ Dame logo on one side and BAPE®’s iconic college graphic on the other. Matching mesh black SOLID CAMO shorts, co-branded socks, and a special edition Damian Lillard BABY MILO® t-shirt complete the ensemble.
The accompanying campaign videos highlight Dame’s continued dependability and his always-on mindset, showcasing how he applies his on-court mentality to every aspect of his life. “Whether you’re making headlines in clutch moments or just pulling up in style, we’ve got you,” says Damian Lillard. “This shoe is built for endurance, embodying the relentless grind and dedication it takes to rise to the top. It’s for the grinders, the dreamers, and everyone ready to elevate their game. It’s always Dame Time.”
The limited edition adidas and BAPE® for Damian Lillard collection retails for $25–$160 and is available on CONFIRMED, the adidas App, selected retailers, and BAPE.com.
