The Nike KD 17 NRG Metro Boomin is a special collaboration between Nike, NBA player Kevin Durant, and producer Metro Boomin, created to honor the artist's mother. The sneaker features a striking purple colorway, primarily Atomic Violet with accents of black, white, and Hyper Grape, chosen because it was Metro Boomin's mother's favorite color. Designed for enhanced gym workout performance, it includes an Air Zoom unit in the forefoot. Metro Boomin's personal branding is present with a fisheye-like tag on the tongue, symbolizing the challenges faced by single mothers. The interior of the padded tongue is inscribed with the names of Metro Boomin's siblings. Experts at StockX admire the design's deep personal meaning, particularly the lightning storm graphics on the side panels, which represent Metro Boomin's journey of overcoming personal struggles and the strength of his efforts. The Nike KD 17 NRG Metro Boomin was released on June 24, 2024, with an initial retail price of $160.