- Dec 9, 2002
- 34,665
- 28,025
They're doing a great job making these marketable to kids. Reminds me of the old Nickelodeon merchandise.
The Official Lamelo Ball Signature Thread
- Thread in 'Other Brands' Thread starter Started by Kinfolk,
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LaMelo Ball's LaFrance gets its own Puma sneaker
LaMelo Ball's journey from high school prodigy to NBA star has been anything but conventional. His path through professional basketball in Lithuania and the JBA before making a splash in the NBL and finally landing in the NBA is a testament to his talent and resilience. Beyond his on-court achievements, LaMelo has cultivated a unique brand identity through his streetwear label, LaFrance, demonstrating his flair for fashion and design. Alongside his brand, Ball has a partnership with Puma, who produces his signature performance basketball line, the Puma MB, currently on the MB.03. Following multiple collaborations with his LaFrance label, Puma has given Ball a lifestyle silhouette.
The unnamed sneaker features a low-top silhouette that combines the chunkiness of skate shoes from the Y2K era with the sleekness of contemporary fashion sneakers, such as those from Lanvin. The design incorporates patent leather around the toe and midfoot, with circular cutouts revealing a canvas base underneath. Oversized, bold laces further emphasize the shoe's unique aesthetic.
Branding elements are strategically placed throughout the sneaker, with LaMelo's "1 1 1" logo adorning the toe, a nod to his personal mantra and on-court philosophy. Additional LaFrance logos can be found on the vamp, tongue, and insole, solidifying the collaboration's identity. The sneaker is grounded by a rubber midsole, which enhances comfort and serves as a canvas for further branding, including "01 Of One," "Not From Here," and a distinctive LaFrance logo that adds a personal touch to the design. A durable rubber outsole featuring a LaFrance-branded traction pattern completes the design.
LaFrance x Puma
Color: Red/Red/Red
Style Code: TBD
Release Date: 2024
Price: TBD
Pretty obvious D3 influence. At least they own up to it.
- Jul 21, 2012
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LaVar Ball Blames Puma for LaMelo Ball's Injuries
LaVar takes a shot at Puma and LaMelo's MB signature line.
Yikes!! It was inevitable though. Wonder how Puma will respond….
JS”
- Jan 25, 2006
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LaVar Ball Blames Puma for LaMelo Ball's Injuries
LaVar takes a shot at Puma and LaMelo's MB signature line.www.complex.com
Yikes!! It was inevitable though. Wonder how Puma will respond….
JS”
I don't disagree. The shoes didn't feel stable when I tried them on.
But the BBB aren't good either, so he shouldn't be speaking on this
- Mar 17, 2017
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Saw a couple colorways at Ross of the MB02s for like $50, almost copped a pair but I honestly don't need more basketball shoes, good price though.
- Jul 21, 2012
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Not my pic. More colorways.
Think they should make LaMelo’s kicks with a wider base or more aggressive outrigger. That may help him out some. These look like they’re a little wider in the forefoot.
JS”
- May 15, 2013
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^too busy imo, dont see these selling well unless melo goes off next year
- Jan 27, 2013
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These are hella dope.
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KidSuper Plants Their Abstract Design On The PUMA MB.03
Brooklyn's KidSuper circles back to PUMA to bring their signature abstract print to LaMelo Ball's MB.03. Click in for more info.
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- Jan 27, 2013
- 14,796
- 26,197
LaMelo Ball's LaFrance gets its own Puma sneaker
LaMelo Ball's journey from high school prodigy to NBA star has been anything but conventional. His path through professional basketball in Lithuania and the JBA before making a splash in the NBL and finally landing in the NBA is a testament to his talent and resilience. Beyond his on-court achievements, LaMelo has cultivated a unique brand identity through his streetwear label, LaFrance, demonstrating his flair for fashion and design. Alongside his brand, Ball has a partnership with Puma, who produces his signature performance basketball line, the Puma MB, currently on the MB.03. Following multiple collaborations with his LaFrance label, Puma has given Ball a lifestyle silhouette.
The unnamed sneaker features a low-top silhouette that combines the chunkiness of skate shoes from the Y2K era with the sleekness of contemporary fashion sneakers, such as those from Lanvin. The design incorporates patent leather around the toe and midfoot, with circular cutouts revealing a canvas base underneath. Oversized, bold laces further emphasize the shoe's unique aesthetic.
Branding elements are strategically placed throughout the sneaker, with LaMelo's "1 1 1" logo adorning the toe, a nod to his personal mantra and on-court philosophy. Additional LaFrance logos can be found on the vamp, tongue, and insole, solidifying the collaboration's identity. The sneaker is grounded by a rubber midsole, which enhances comfort and serves as a canvas for further branding, including "01 Of One," "Not From Here," and a distinctive LaFrance logo that adds a personal touch to the design. A durable rubber outsole featuring a LaFrance-branded traction pattern completes the design.
LaFrance x Puma
Color: Red/Red/Red
Style Code: TBD
Release Date: 2024
Price: TBD
These are hella dope.
KidSuper Plants Their Abstract Design On The PUMA MB.03
Brooklyn's KidSuper circles back to PUMA to bring their signature abstract print to LaMelo Ball's MB.03. Click in for more info.
Agree completely.
They ain't for everybody. But I ain't worried about everybody.
- Jan 27, 2013
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- Jan 27, 2013
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What do these look like? 
- Aug 22, 2013
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- Jan 27, 2013
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Thanks, I hate it.
- Aug 10, 2012
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The shoe is a yes but the colorway is a no for
me. I get the “1 of 1” and crazy stuff but damn can we get some regular colorways
- Aug 22, 2013
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The 4s look completely unwearable in an off-court capacity.
- Jan 27, 2013
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The 4s look horrible. I thought for a second the silver and blue ones were okay, but god, straight garbage pail kids
- May 15, 2008
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With how brittle 1/1’s ankles are I was expecting a full length boot with metal reinforcements
This shoe look like a hodgepodge budget knock off of the 1-3’s Frankensteined together via drunk ai prompts
Dat boy finna crumble under his own 172 lbs on da first chuck from da logo
This shoe look like a hodgepodge budget knock off of the 1-3’s Frankensteined together via drunk ai prompts
Dat boy finna crumble under his own 172 lbs on da first chuck from da logo
- Jan 27, 2013
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- Jan 21, 2015
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I’ve yet to even try on a Melo since the 1. Most colorways are just too geared towards the younger generation ( which isn’t a bad thing at all)
- Jan 27, 2013
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This might be the worst I've seen in a couple years
