The Jordan Luka 4 'Gone Fishing' Hooks the Perfect Look

Signature Jordans have always pulled from the wildest corners of culture. The Air Jordan 14 took inspo from Michael Jordan's Ferrari 550 Maranello. The AJ5 had World War II fighter planes stitched into its DNA. Even the Air Jordan 1 'Bio Hack' broke the mould with its tech-heavy design and unexpected colour blocking. That mix of performance and unexpected storytelling is part of what makes the Jumpman so iconic, and the latest from Slovenian hooper Luka Dončić picks up right where that legacy left off.

Presenting a sharp contrast to the Luka 4 'Barely Green' that dropped back in April, this version of the performance silhouette leans into something a little more peaceful: fishing. The rippling upper mimics the surface of water, while a pastel blend of pink, green and orange gives the pair a laid-back feel. Even Dončić’s logo gets in on the theme, reworked into a pair of intertwined fish.

Under all the easy-going energy, it’s still all business on the court, thanks to Cushlon 3.0, Zoom Air and an IsoPlate setup built for speed and control. Fresh, detailed and effortless, it's a reminder that inspiration can come from anywhere, even if it is a day spent by the lake.

The Jordan Luka 4 'Gone Fishing' is available now via Nike. Slam the link below to secure!

Think fishing is unusual inspo for a sneak? Think again, and check out this 2019-released colourway of the OMN1S colab from LA b-baller Kawhi Leonard and New Balance.