Check the info-graphic on The evolution of basketball shoes created by Kunal Grover!
Shoe Name
1917:Chuck Taylor All Star
1972: Nike Bruin
1973: Puma Clyde
1976: Dr. J's Pro Leather
1978: Nike Blazer
1982: Air Force 1
1985: Air Jordan I
1988: Air Jordan III
1989: Ewings 33 Hi
1991: Reebok Pumps
1994: Nike Force
1995: Air Jordan XI
1995: Air Max Penny "Orlando"
1996: The Question
1997: Adidas Crazy 8
2000: Nike Shox BB4
2003: Nike Air Zoom Generations
2010: Kobe V
2010: AdiZero
2013: LeBron X
