Nike & Devin Booker Unveiled the Book 2 in Portland

UPDATE 11/19/25: After the past few months of speculation and leaks, Nike and Devin Booker have finally unveiled the Phoenix guard’s Book 2 sneaker. Ahead of the Suns vs. Blazers game in Portland last night, Booker showed up to the Blue Ribbon Studio to show off the new silhouette and talk about some of the inspiration and technology behind it. Additionally, Nike announced release dates for the Chapter 2’s initial release, coming on January 2nd, 2025.

Speaking on the Book 2’s design inspirations, Devin cited a number of classic and archival Nike models that helped shape the new silhouette. The four main models are the Zoom Spiridon, Steve Nash’s Cradle Rock, the SB Nyjah 2, and the Air Force 1. The Spiridon and Nyjah are both clearly represented through the stripes under the lacing system, while the Cradle Rock and AF1 seem to lend their shape to the new model. Inside, the shoe packs Zoom Air cushioning house in Cushlon 3 foam, as well as an overall lower profile for a closer-to-the-court feel.

There appear to be two versions of the Book 2 that will hit shelves early next year. The bright orange “Phoenix” colorway worn in-game last night features a more molded design, akin to the Foamposite or a shrink-wrapped sneaker. The “Rising” colorway comes in black, orange, and blue, and features a little more detail throughout the upper.

ORIGINAL STORY:

Nike released Devin Booker’s first signature shoe in 2023, and have been dishing out new colors of the model for the last two years. Today, we finally have an early look at the Book 2, coming in Spring 2026.

Devin Booker’s debut signature shoe with Nike, the Book 1, AKA the Book Chapter 1, originally debuted during the Holiday 2023 season. The shoe features a number of details inspired directly by actual books, like the heel tab resembling a stack of pages. However, the most interesting part of the shoe’s run so far has been their use of it as a canvas for Booker and the Nike team to pay homage to Swoosh classics, decorating the shoes in colorways inspired by other models like the Forrest Gump Cortez, ACG Mowabb, and Neon AM95.

This source of inspiration will reportedly continue with the Book 2, which is currently expected to debut next year. The new model, which appeared in leaked Nike documents today, shows a similar design to the current gen model, but with a higher boot-like cut for the collar. The simple midsole and upper are still present, with added details like visible lacing systems and a mudguard panel. Among the new Nike Classics listed as inspiration is the Air Zoom Spiridon’s “Sport Red” style, which will reportedly look nearly identical to the OG Spiridon, just in a Book 2 shape.

NIKE BOOK 2 RELEASE INFORMATION

The second signature shoe from Devin Booker and Nike is not making its debut this year, with its first public release scheduled for January 2nd, 2026. The new model, with a higher cut and boot-like design, will still pay homage to classic Nike shoes with special colorways. The “Phoenix” and “Rising” colorways will be the first styles, available from Nike and select retailers for $145.

Nike Book 2 “Phoenix”
Release Date: January 2nd, 2026
Price: $145

Nike Book 2 “Rising”
Style Code: IB6687-001
Release Date: January 2nd, 2026
Price: $145

Nike Book 2
Color: Tan/Blue
Style Code: FZ7014-100
Release Date: 2026
Price: $145

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