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CHARLOTTE — Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball’s first lifestyle shoe “LaFrancé” dropped Friday.
LaMelo Ball's new shoe with PUMA, LaFrancé, launched today.
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) May 17, 2024
Ball: “I wanted to create a lifestyle shoe that represents my style and 1-of-1 personality. The LaFrancé Amour is something crazy loud to wear off court." pic.twitter.com/FebJEikKMQ
Ball, who teamed up with Puma Hoops for the shoe and the design, said he wanted to create a shoe, which represents his style and personality.
Its butterfly midsole is inspired by his tattoos and represents good energy, he said.
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