“Blue Burst” Settles On The adidas Dame X

Following a less-than-picturesque breakup with the Milwaukee Bucks, Damian Lillard did what only a player of his level of loyalty could: set off for a homecoming. Though the Achilles injury that precipitated his departure from Wisconsin has held out the Blazers legend for a full year, there are few storylines in Portland as long-awaited and picture perfect than the moment #0 appears in Rip City black and red once again.

More than likely, that return to action will come in a new model in his adidas signature line, yet even without the weight of Dame Dolla’s on-court performance, the Dame X has served admirably. The most cost-effective in the Three Stripes’ signature price ladder, it still champions the same Lightstrike cushioning that Harden, Edwards, and Mitchell all enjoy, wrapped in a sleek, lightweight package. That airiness is only enhanced in the “Blue Burst/Cloud White” colorway at hand, an aquatic expression of the top/bottom blocking we’ve grown comfortable seeing on Lillard’s latest.

The adidas Dame X “Blue Burst” releases on April 15th, retailing for $90. Catch official images within the gallery below and keep our coverage close by for direct pick-up links once available.