Superstar Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks hosted a 3-on-3 competition on Lake Bled in Slovenia on Saturday to commemorate the official release of his new Luka 2 “Lake Bled” shoes from Jordan Brand. The event was co-hosted by Jordan Brand and Grosbasket Basketball Shop.

The 24-year-old Doncic began working with Jordan Brand in December 2019 after agreeing to a multi-year endorsement contract. He committed to his most recent contract extension, locking him in until 2029. Grosbasket issued the following statement:

“We’re thrilled to be working with Jordan Brand to make this commemoration of Luka Doncic and his iconic Luka 2 Lake Bled sneakers a reality. We are delighted that Luka’s most recent game shoe draws inspiration from Slovenia, a nation he has greatly impacted.

Luka Doncic has second-best odds to earn MVP next season, behind Nikola Jokic, according to several NBA betting sites. Sportsbooks are still offering competitive odds for Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The Jordan Luka 2s were first released earlier this summer by Jordan Brand and Luka Doncic. In anticipation of the 2023–24 NBA season, Slovenia’s Lake Bled is honored with a new all-blue color scheme.

The Nike website states that sizes range from 3.5 to 18. The product description states, “Luka’s home country, Slovenia, is the first country to be declared a ‘Green Destination of the World’ in its entirety.”

“This limited-edition Luka 2 celebrates its position. The colorway draws inspiration from Slovenia’s renowned natural beauty, the stunning Lake Bled. Additionally, the thoughtful manufacture of the shoe—each pair contains at least 20% recycled material—honors the nation’s continuous commitment to sustainability.

Naturally, the associated 360-degree support system ought to aid in the feet’s “stay securely contained.” The exact model number is DX9013-400.

During a 3-on-3 competition on a floating court on Lake Bled in Slovenia, Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic unveils the new Luka 2 “Lake Bled” Jordan Brand sneakers.

More importantly, the shoes are impact-resistant and were made with improved athleticism in mind. You need sturdy but flexible support when you’re moving side to side. You can bank like a pro thanks to a cushioning wedge in the midsole that butts up against the medial sidewall, and a thick, molded insole keeps you anchored.

Another design feature of the shoes is enhanced lateral support. “We added a strong, flexible plate running up the lateral sidewall, complimented by a firm foam carrier and Formula 23 foam in the midsole, to help your quick stops feel secure.”

Additionally, the color palette for the “Lake Bled” version includes polar, brilliant crimson, psychological blue, diffused blue, university blue, and blue tint. Engineered mesh was used to create the upper of the shoe.

Additionally, the shoes’ entire exterior is visible in the shade of blue. Not to mention the Jumpman emblem, insoles, tongues with the Luka brand, and laces all have red highlights.

The Formula 23 foam and the Cushlon 3.0 wedge foam on the medial side were introduced for comfort and sustainability. It is “the best improvement overall,” according to a representative for Jordan Brand. To finish the bluish look, the blue outsole and white midsole were added.

Furthermore, “recycled materials from post-consumer and/or post-manufactured waste” were used in the design of Luka Doncic’s sneakers. During manufacture, zero waste and zero carbon were the objectives.

Reusing current textiles, yarns, and plastics helps us cut down on emissions considerably. Our objective is to employ as many recycled materials as we can without sacrificing functionality, robustness, or style.

The eco-friendly footwear cost more money, though. For $140, you can now get the new Luka 2 “Lake Bled” sneakers at a few retailers and online at Nike.