Let’s talk color. The upper’s all white leather, clean like a fresh tee, while bold Varsity Maize overlays add that signature Lakers punch along the mudguards, heel and side-panel Swoosh.
Court Purple details sneak in through the Swoosh trim, tongue branding, heel logo and lateral midsole Swoosh, locking in the purple-and-gold vibes without going full costume. The whole thing screams L.A. pride but still stays wearable with almost any fit. Think courtside-ready, but also street-certified.
As for the build, Nike kept it OG. You’ve got the classic high-cut silhouette, layered rope laces and the big bubble visible Golden Air units that make the Uptempo line so iconic. It’s chunky, it’s loud and it still hits hard three decades later. These things are built like tanks but feel like clouds underfoot.
Don’t slouch on the additional detailing, like the white rope tongue and heel tabs that make slipping on this shoe easy. There’s also a white midsole and outsole combo that keeps everything fresh.
Even if you’re not a Lakers stan, the design goes crazy. Whether you’re pairing it with some baggy cargos, jorts or hoop shorts and tall socks, the Uptempo 95 “Lakers” checks all the boxes: nostalgia, comfort and flex-worthy colors that pop without trying too hard.
The Nike Air Max Uptempo 95 “Lakers” hasn’t seen shelves since 2019, so if you’ve been waiting for a restock (or missed it the first time around), now’s your chance. It drops on April 25 in men’s sizes online and at your local Hibbett and City Gear stores.
If you take an L, hit the launch calendar to see what’s dropping next and stay ahead of the game.
