Nike SHAI 002 Set to Release February 2027
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's signature line is moving to Nike. The SHAI 002 is slated for February 2027, marking the All-Star guard's second signature model and his first under the Swoosh following the Converse-backed SHAI 001.
By Marcus Chen
A Signature Line Finds a New Home
The migration of athlete signature shoes between major sportswear brands remains one of basketball's quieter narratives—but a significant one. Gilgeous-Alexander's inaugural SHAI 001, launched through Converse in February 2025, established the foundation for what would become a recurring seasonal release. Now, less than two years into the partnership, the model is transitioning to Nike, a strategic move that underscores both the player's market value and Nike Basketball's ongoing effort to build depth in its signature roster.
The exact circumstances behind the shift remain undisclosed. Whether design work on the SHAI 002 commenced under Converse before the transition, or if Nike initiated the project from scratch, has not been publicly clarified. What is known is the timeline: a February 2027 release window that deliberately aligns with NBA All-Star Weekend in Phoenix—a placement strategy consistent with how the SHAI 001 premiered in February 2025.
Design and Colorway Details
The inaugural SHAI 002 colorway carries the designation Hot Curry, Dark Team Red, and Orange Chalk (Style Code: JU1175-800). The warm earth-tone palette positions the shoe within a contemporary design language that favors organic hues over neon saturation—a trend that has dominated Nike Basketball releases across 2024 and into 2025.
Beyond colorway specifics, design details remain sparse. Neither the silhouette's visual architecture nor material composition have been disclosed, leaving the architectural DNA of the shoe—whether it builds incrementally on the SHAI 001's framework or charts a new direction—unknown at present.
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Release Information and Pricing
Men's pairs are priced at $145, while grade school sizing will retail at $120. These figures position the SHAI 002 squarely within Nike Basketball's mid-tier signature pricing, consistent with recent entries in the category.
The February 2027 window also carries symbolic weight: Gilgeous-Alexander has earned All-Star selection every year since 2022, making the timing a natural alignment between product calendar and athletic achievement. Whether the release extends beyond the opening Hot Curry colorway into subsequent drops remains unconfirmed.
FAQs
When does the Nike SHAI 002 release? The Nike SHAI 002 is set for February 2027. The exact date within that month has not been confirmed.
How much does the Nike SHAI 002 cost? Men's sizes retail at $145; grade school pairs are priced at $120.
Where can I buy the Nike SHAI 002? The shoe is expected to release through Nike.com and select Nike Basketball retailers.
Release Info
Product: Nike SHAI 002
Colorway: Hot Curry / Dark Team Red / Orange Chalk
Style Code: JU1175-800
Release Date: February 2027
Retail Price: $145 (Men's) / $120 (Grade School)
Retailers: Nike.com, Select Nike Basketball Retailers
