So it’s come to pass with Dwyane Wade officially leaving Nike and Team Jordan to join forces with Li-Ning, headquartered in China. His signature kicks are called the Way of Wade and will run somewhere’s in the $120 price range. Is DWade’s move a sign of things to come regarding kicks endorsements in the NBA? Quite possibly.

The first run of the Way of Wade is okay in my eyes. Nothing great but nothing hideous either. The “W” in the laces is gimmicky but not at a great expense. I just can’t shake the design vibes from the Zoom LeBron I, II, and III.

I just don’t get it. Dwyane Wade was selected as the heir apparent of Team Jordan, succeeding the Jordan branded shoes. After three years, Wade is reportedly breaking ties and going with Chinese kicks up and comer, Li-Ning.

But looking back, my low interest in Wade-endorsed Jordans should be my kicks prognostics. The LeBrons, Kobes, Kevin Durants, and even retro Jordans are on my radar. I’d probably be hard pressed to point out a shoe worn by DWade in a kicks lineup.

On the other hand, you have to ask yourself it this is any better?