# Speckled Hi-Top Basketball Shoes Nike Returns with the 'Hyperdunk X' in a 'Nikola Jokic' Colorway By Kanesa D | Published 2022-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperdunk-x References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/8/nike-hyperdunk-x-nikola-jokic-dz2775-151-release-info) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/ca/) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystic-red-1) is reigniting the hype for the ‘Hyperdunk X’ silhouette, a sneaker that debuted in 2018 and has been on the brand’s hiatus list ever since. The ‘Hyperedunk’ was known as a basketball shoe that incorporated Flywire technology and Lunar foam, and was also known as the Nike sneaker that held a place in Nikola Jokic’s heart. The upcoming colorway references the [Denver Nugget’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-winter-loungewear) player by adopting his name. The new sneaker boasts improved Flywire technology for added stability and style, while the sneaker itself relies on a white base construction and yellow hues on the eyestays. Navy blue accents can be found on the lining and the Swooshes, with the midsole boasting a speckled pattern that incorporates both yellow and blue dots. The Nike Hyperdunk X ‘Nikola Jokic’ will release shortly via Nike and select retailers. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Flywire Basketball Shoes:** Opportunity for brands to improve upon the Flywire technology in basketball shoes for added stability and style. - **Speckled Sneaker Design:** Opportunity for brands to experiment and innovate with speckled patterns in sneaker designs. - **Athlete-inspired Sneaker Colorways:** Opportunity for brands to create sneaker colorways inspired by popular athletes to gain more attention and hype around their products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Footwear:** Brands in athletic footwear should experiment with improving upon Flywire technology and utilizing speckled patterns in sneaker designs. - **Sports Sponsorship:** Sponsorship opportunities for brands to work with popular athletes, like Nikola Jokic, to create athlete-inspired sneaker colorways to gain more attention and hype around their products. - **Retail:** Retailers should consider offering athlete-inspired sneaker colorways, like the Nike Hyperdunk X ‘Nikola Jokic,’ to attract sneaker enthusiasts and fans of popular athletes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neon-Tinged Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luka-4.md) - [Festive Tonal Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-eyes-colorway.md) - [Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5.md) - [Performance-Focused Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-cut-3.md) - [Hot Pink Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-blend.md) - [Contrast Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-2-2.md) - [Sleek Curry-Colored Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-curry.md) - [Vibrant Festive Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kd17.md) - [Festive Crackled Low-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-halloween-1.md)