Kevin Durant Remembers 'Aunt Pearl' on Nike KD 8

Nike and Kevin Durant are honoring his Aunt Pearl, who bravely battled breast cancer before passing in 2000. Find out more on the sneaker and release date.

Aunt Pearl KD 8s
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Aunt Pearl KD 8s

by Brandon Richard

Once again, Nike and Kevin Durant are honoring his Aunt Pearl, who bravely battled breast cancer before passing in 2000. Each year, a pink and white colorway of Durant's signature sneaker is released, celebrating the woman who played a large role in his upbringing.

This year, the Nike KD 8 does the honors, dressed in a pink and turquoise floral print with black Swoosh branding. The shoe rides atop a white and pink sole to carry out the annual theme.

The sneaker release date is set for Monday, Feb. 22.

Nike KD 8 "Aunt Pearl"

Release Date: 02/22/16

Color: Vivid Pink/Black-Hyper Turquoise

Style #: 819148-603

Price: $200

UPDATE 2/8: A full look at the "Aunt Pearl" KD 8s.

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Aunt Pearl KD 8