Tyrese Haliburton Debuted an Exclusive Puma Sneaker That’s Actually Being Released
While fans await updates on a potential Tyrese Haliburton signature sneaker, the Indiana Pacers star kicked off the NBA postseason by debuting a new player exclusive Puma colorway.
During Saturday’s Game 1 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, Haliburton wore a Puma All-Pro Nitro sneaker in a Pacers-pertinent style. Dubbed the All-Pro Nitro “Pinstripes,” Haliburton’s personalized version of the model features a royal blue upper with bright yellow striping. The latter color is also seen on the sole and the formstrip logo. More of a throwback to Indiana’s 1990s uniform looks than its current jerseys, the pinstripes are seldom seen on modern Pacers threads.
Like other versions of the All-Pro Nitro, Haliburton’s PE features a full-length Nitrofoam drop-in midsole with an engineered mesh upper. The shoe’s outsole also includes a multidirectional traction pattern and high-abrasion rubber to withstand hours of on-court action.
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Puma announced in October 2024 that it had signed the two-time NBA All-Star to its basketball roster. “I’m super excited to announce that I’ve joined the Puma family. I look forward to being a part of their commitment to the next generation of basketball. Puma’s vision and dedication to supporting athletes align perfectly with my goals, and I’m excited to represent the brand on and off the court,” Haliburton said in a statement following the announcement.
“Tyrese is not only defining his own generation, but also is shaping the future of the game for many more to come,” added Max Staiger, global head of basketball at Puma. “We’re extremely grateful for the opportunity to partner with Tyrese to continue working on our disruptive next-gen approach to basketball.”
Months before Haliburton signed with Puma, the Herzogenaurach, Germany-based company added designer Salehe Bembury to its Puma Hoops division. That signing came with confirmation that Bembury would design the brand’s next signature sneaker, which has led many to speculate that the shoe could end up being for the Pacers star.
Exclusive to Haliburton for now, fans will soon have a chance to pick up the “Pinstripes” Puma All-Pro Nitro. The sneaker is set to be released May 8 for a retail price of $140 from puma.com, Foot Locker and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
