The Nike KD 17 NRG Metro Boomin is a special collaboration between Nike, NBA player Kevin Durant, and producer Metro Boomin, honoring the artist’s mother. The sneaker features a predominantly purple colorway including Atomic Violet, black, white, and Hyper Grape, reflecting 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 signature fisheye-like tag on the tongue serves as his branding logo and symbolizes the challenges faced by single mothers. The inside of the padded tongue is inscribed with the names of Metro Boomin’s siblings. Experts appreciate the design's deep connection to Metro Boomin's personal history, with lightning storm graphics on the side panels representing his resilience and the strength in overcoming personal struggles. The Nike KD 17 NRG Metro Boomin was released on June 24, 2024, with an original retail price of $160.