Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove Black White 2026 Release Info

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On October 31, 2025

Nike Basketball is bringing back a true classic with the Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove “Black/White”, set to return in Fall 2026. Originally released in 1998 and last seen in 2013, this was the shoe that perfectly captured Gary Payton’s unique style on the court — bold, fast, and full of attitude.

Nicknamed “The Glove” after Payton’s defensive prowess, the shoe was famous for its zip-up shroud that wrapped around the upper—literally hugging the foot like a glove. Underneath, it revealed the sneaker’s internal lacing system and bold red Monkey Paw support cage, a design feature that still feels ahead of its time.

This 2026 edition stays loyal to the original, pairing a sleek Black neoprene shell with a crisp White toe and Swoosh contrast. Red detailing on the heel tab and outsole keeps the energy rooted in Payton’s Seattle SuperSonics era. Inside, Zoom Air units in the forefoot and heel ensure that performance legacy remains intact.

For collectors who missed its last run, this drop is pure ’90s nostalgia. Few sneakers capture an athlete’s style and swagger quite like The Glove did—and still does.