“The KD V leads with premium performance while bringing Kevin’s journey to life. The number 5 acts as inspiration: 5 players united on the court, 5 sides of the nation’s Pentagon, 5 corners of a star, and what that means to #35.”
Three time scoring champion, Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant had another great year. Despite losing the scoring title for what could have been a 4th in a row, his 5th signature shoe had some highlights despite those who felt the shoe had more disappointments. Fans of the KD IV were a bit hesitant on the direction Nike went with the 5s but contrary to popular belief the KD V wasn’t that bad after all especially when the colorways began to release. Throughout the season/year there were a few colorways that dropped, whether it be the usual OKC home/away or a few standouts like the “DMV” and “Area 72”.
Below is an actual video of designer Leo Chang breaking down the the Nike KD V which took a drastic change from the popular Nike KD IV.
Now that I refreshed your memory on the KD V design and its inspirations behind the sneakers I felt it was only right that i give you guys my “Top 5 Nike KD V” color ways especially since the 6th signature shoe is here and we officially retired its predecessor. Check it out after the jump.
