Kevin Durant is using his celebrity platform to remind us that family comes first. Always.
The 25-year-old Oklahoma City Thunder star is honoring his late Aunt Pearl with a special edition shoe for Nike. He credits her for being a role model during his childhood, before she passed away in 2000 from lung cancer.
“I made a promise to myself to always honor my Aunt Pearl for the example she set, and the encouragement she gave me to follow my dreams,” said Durant.
The KD VI Aunt Pearl shoe features a pink floral pattern and highlights of blue with subtle pearls. The design was inspired by a robe that Pearl often wore.
The kicks– along with a matching t-shirt and hat– will be available this month at Nike.com and select retail locations globally. Proceeds will benefit the Kay Yow Cancer Fund to fight against women’s cancers through supporting research programs and related projects.