The Nike KD 17 NRG Metro Boomin is a special collaboration between Nike, NBA star Kevin Durant, and producer Metro Boomin, created to honor the artist's mother. This sneaker comes in a striking purple colorway, featuring Atomic Violet, black, white, and Hyper Grape, which represents Metro Boomin’s mother’s favorite color. Designed for enhanced gym workout performance, it includes an Air Zoom unit in the forefoot. The sneaker showcases Metro Boomin’s branding logo, a fisheye-like tag on the tongue, symbolizing the challenges faced by single mothers. The inside of the padded tongue is inscribed with the names of Metro Boomin’s siblings. Experts at StockX appreciate the intricate design elements that reflect Metro Boomin’s personal journey, such as the lightning storm graphics on the side panels, illustrating his resilience and drive. The Nike KD 17 NRG Metro Boomin was released on June 24, 2024, with a retail price of $160.