'Court Purple' Nike LeBron 16 Celebrates LeBron James' LA Debut

Specially made for LeBron James' home debut in Los Angeles, the 'King Court Purple' Nike LeBron 16 features a purple-based Battleknit upper and cheetah accents.

Nike LeBron 16 King Court Purple Release Date AO2588 500
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Nike LeBron 16 King Court Purple Release Date AO2588 500

Ahead of LeBron James' first game at Staples Center as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers later tonight, Foot Locker launched 'The Hunt,' an app-based interactive scavenger search that landed a few lucky fans a pair of the limited edition "Court Purple" Nike LeBron 16 King.

The shoe is a Lakers-inspired take on the previously released "King" LeBron 16, styled in Team Red. Its unique look is a nod to James' first promotional poster with Nike. James is expected to wear the LA-flavored colorway when he takes the floor against the Houston Rockets tonight.

As of now, the release was limited to Los Angeles and Nike hasn't announced wider availability.

Nike LeBron 16 "King Court Purple"
Release Date: 10/20/18
Color: Court Purple/Metallic Gold
Style #: AO2588-500
Price: $185

Nike LeBron 16 King Court Purple Release Date AO2588-500