Key Details
- Debuted in LeBron James' first regular season game with the Philadelphia 76ers, a win over the New York Knicks.
- Lighter purple shades across the upper, with a darker royal purple on the collar and lace unit.
- The LeBron 24 “Stars” launch colorway releases November 17 for $200.
LeBron James debuted the Nike LeBron 24 “Opening Night” PE during his first regular season game with the Philadelphia 76ers, a win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 20, 2026. Nike has not announced a retail release; Nike has not announced a release date or price.
The pair is the newest look on the LeBron James signature line, which is still in the early weeks of its run.
Release Date, Price and Where to Buy
Nike LeBron 24 “Opening Night” PE
Style Code: N/A (PE)
Price: TBA
Release Date: TBA
Status: Reported
Nike LeBron 24 “Opening Night” PE Design
The upper blends several shades of purple. Lighter tones run across most of the shoe, while a deeper royal purple covers the collar and lace unit. The palette clashes with Philadelphia’s blue and white uniforms. James also wore a special “24” patch on his jersey, marking a record 24th NBA season.
The “Opening Night” PE is built on the LeBron 24 platform, featuring a “KingKnit” upper made from three stacked layers of FlyKnit, along with two Air Zoom units and a React midsole that runs the full length of the shoe.
Will the Nike LeBron 24 “Opening Night” PE Release at Retail?
Nike has not announced a retail release for the pair. It appeared early in the LeBron 24 run, and no source confirms plans to sell it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Makes the Nike LeBron 24 Different?
Its “KingKnit” upper stacks three layers of FlyKnit, and Nike calls it the lightest LeBron signature shoe to date. The setup is rounded out by two Air Zoom units and a React midsole that spans the full length of the shoe.
What Is the Next Nike LeBron 24 Release?
The “Stars” launch colorway arrives November 17 for $200 via Nike and retailers. The “Greater China” pair released in Asia on October 6, and the Halloween themed “Storm Drain” releases October 30.
Does the “Opening Night” PE Match the 76ers Uniforms?
No, the purple palette does not match Philadelphia’s blue and white. James has opened seasons in flashy pairs before, including the LeBron 23 “24K Gold” in his final Lakers season and a multicolor LeBron 22 PE in 2024.
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