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Ranking the 10 Best Shoes of NBA Opening Night

SI Feed·Pat Benson·4 days ago
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The NBA's Opening Night for the 2026-27 regular season delivered plenty of incredible moments. One of the overriding themes from every team's game was the beef. We saw several players exchanging words during the competition, which even included some interesting sneaker implications.

While it's been decided that Nike won Opening Night , there are still some amazing individual moments. Below are the ten best basketball shoes worn on NBA Opening Night 2026.

10. Curry Brand x Li-Ning Way of Wade 12

Stephen Curry wears the Li-Ning Way Of Wade 12. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry began his Li-Ning partnership in style. Curry wore a player-exclusive Curry Brand x Li-Ning Way Of Wade 12 "City Guard" colorway. Online shoppers can buy the general-release version of the shoes for $200 at WayofWade.com .

9. New Balance Maxey V1

Tyrese Maxey wears the New Balance Maxey V1.…

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