Short answer
Global release: November 17, 2026 (Nike Newsroom). The LeBron 24 uses a KingKnit upper, a full length React foam drop in midsole, Air Zoom units in the forefoot and heel, a midfoot shank and a redesigned traction pattern. Nike calls it his lightest game shoe ever but gives no weight. Nike’s release does not list a price; sneaker press puts the Stars colorway at about $200.
What Nike says is in it
Nike’s release for the LeBron 24 lists these parts (Nike Newsroom):
LeBron 24 tech, as described by Nike
| Part | What it is | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| KingKnit upper | A knit made for the LeBron line | Knit uppers flex with the foot and cut weight compared with layered synthetics |
| React foam drop in midsole | Full length foam that sits inside the shoe | Puts soft foam directly under the foot instead of under a strobel board |
| Air Zoom units | In the forefoot and the heel | Springy, low profile cushioning for takeoffs and landings |
| Midfoot shank | A stiff plate under the arch | Stops the shoe folding in the middle when you plant and cut |
| Traction pattern | A redesigned outsole pattern | Grip on wood courts; dust still matters, so wipe the soles |
How it compares with the LeBron 23 and 22
The LeBron 23 used a ZoomX foam drop in midsole and, according to Solefeed, no Zoom Air units at all. The LeBron 24 keeps the drop in idea but switches to React foam and brings Air Zoom back in both the forefoot and the heel. The LeBron 22 used a fixed Cushlon 2.0 midsole with a forefoot Zoom Turbo unit and a 13 mm heel Zoom unit (Sole Retriever).
| Model | Year | Cushioning |
|---|---|---|
| LeBron 24 | 2026 | React drop in midsole, Air Zoom forefoot and heel |
| LeBron 23 | 2025 | ZoomX drop in midsole (Solefeed) |
| LeBron 22 | 2024 | Cushlon 2.0, Zoom Turbo forefoot, 13 mm heel Zoom |
Full specs for each are in the LeBron 23 guide and the LeBron 22 guide.
Who should buy it
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01Flagship
LeBron 24
Best for: indoor players who want the lightest, newest LeBron
- Release
- Nov 17, 2026
- Midsole
- React drop in
- Air
- Zoom front and heel
- Nike says it is his lightest game shoe
- Expect the highest price in the range
- Global release day is November 17, 2026
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02Save
LeBron 23 instead
Best for: players who want a recent flagship and a wider colorway choice
- Year
- 2025
- Midsole
- ZoomX drop in
- Colorways ran from October 2025 through September 2026
- Previous flagships tend to stay listed in more colorways
Sizing
Nike’s release talks about containment and lockdown but gives no sizing guidance. Measure first using Nike’s foot measuring steps, then read our LeBron sizing guide. Wide feet: see LeBrons for wide feet.
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Questions people ask
When does the LeBron 24 come out?
Nike announced the LeBron 24 on October 5, 2026 and set the global release for November 17, 2026. The Stars colorway leads the release.
How much is the LeBron 24?
Nike’s release does not give a price. Sneaker press coverage of the Stars colorway reports about $200, in line with recent flagships. Check the listing for the current price.
What cushioning does the LeBron 24 have?
Nike lists a full length React foam drop in midsole with Air Zoom units in the forefoot and heel. A drop in midsole sits inside the shoe like a thick insole, so the foam is right under your foot.
Is the LeBron 24 a low top?
Recent LeBrons from the LeBron 20 on are low tops. Nike’s LeBron 24 release describes supportive containment and lockdown rather than a tall collar.
Should I size up in the LeBron 24?
Nike gives no sizing advice for the LeBron 24. Start with your usual Nike size and use our sizing guide to measure. If your feet are wide, order your usual size and a half size up and keep the better fit.
Sources
Last reviewed October 29, 2026. Models, colorways and listings change; check the size chart and product details on the listing before you buy.