8 Blue Fusion is a basketball shoe designed in collaboration with American basketball star James Harden. This version of the adidas Harden Vol. 8 is constructed with a Lucid Blue knit upper. The upper is enclosed in an off-white EVA cage from heel to forefoot on each side, providing a unique design and unrivaled support. The heel is reinforced with TPU and the toe box is also hardened. The heel also features a blue pull tab, and the off-white outsole runs up the back of the heel, bearing the iconic Adidas 3-Stripes logo in blue. The tongue also features a pull tab and a sock-like lining around the ankle. A blue and white outsole completes this design. Our favorite element of this shoe is the minimal branding, which lets the unique design of the EVA cages stand out. 8 Blue Fusion was released on May 1, 2024, for $160.