NBA’s PJ Tucker just sold 100 of his rarest sneakers for charity – Robb Report

PJ Tucker is one of the world’s most prolific sneaker collectors. The Miami Heat forward has already created kicks with Dolce & Gabanna, showcased his grail shoes at Art Basel and even has a dedicated loft in Houston to house its ever-expanding collection. The sneakerhead recently decided to part ways with some of its rarer pairs, all in the name of charity.

In partnership with eBay and streetwear reseller Solestage, Tucker has at auction 100 pairs of sneakers from his private archives over the past two weeks. The selection included coveted Player Exclusive (PE) shoes, samples and collaborations from top brands such as Nike, Air Jordan and Louis Vuitton.

Ranging from $ 350 up to $ 15,000, the kicks were quickly picked up by other collectors, with part of the profits being donated soles 4 souls. This Tennessee-based non-profit organization distributes shoes and clothing to those in need with the goal of helping people break the cycle of poverty.

One of the flagship products for sale was Tucker’s pair of Nike Dunk SB Low “Heineken” sneakers. The low tops, which feature white and green leather uppers inspired by Dutch beer, have become particularly sought after by Air Jordan connoisseurs since their release in 2003. This particular pair was originally priced at $ 15,000, but sold for a relatively modest price of $ 6,500. .

There were also a number of pairs on offer that the pro player himself had donned on the court over the years, including the rare “Eminem” Air Jordan 2 Retro PE. Other highlights include a navy test sample of Air Jordan 1 Lows, as well as a pair of Nike Kobe 4 Protro PE shoes and Nike LeBron 8 V2 Diana Taurasi PE sneakers.

Robb Report contacted eBay, Solestage and Soles 4 Souls to see exactly how much the sale managed to raise for charity, but did not immediately receive a response. The 100 sold, however, meaning the profits would have totaled at least $ 35,000. It is certainly not to be sneezed at.