Alexander‘s first signature sneaker began with a sketch not from a designer, but himself. The 26-year-old leading the NBA in scoring this season played a more involved role than in designing the Converse Shai 001 than is usual for a signature athlete,

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is winning on and off the floor. Amidst an MVP-worthy season, the OKC guard is getting ready to drop his signature shoes with Converse. He recently unveiled the first look of the Converse SHAI 001.

Gilgeous-Alexander's first signature shoe has a zipper down the middle. An explanation of it and other creative choices can be read below: The SHAI 001 will debut at NBA All-Star Weekend 2025 in the “Butter” colorway. It will have a global release in Fall 2025.