Adidas Basketball and Anthony Edwards introduce the Anthony Edwards 3, the third shoe in the superstar’s signature line. The new model follows the first two editions with a new look, performance technology and construction that reflects Edwards’ style of play. Adidas built the shoe for versatility, durability and comfort, with features for athletes who rely on speed, explosive elevation, rapid cuts and aggressive drives.
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The Anthony Edwards 3 uses Dreamstrike EVA, a high-rebound performance foam that provides lightweight cushioning and energetic return. adidas pairs the foam with an advanced TPU cage that gives players containment during cuts, drives and crossovers. Reinforced toe protection supports hard stops and attacks toward the rim, while a two-way stretch knit upper adds comfort, breathability and durability for training and competition.
A chevron design connects the sole and upper and continues the visual language of Edwards’ signature series. adidas also uses color as a major part of the third model’s identity, beginning with the Cold Blooded colorway at launch.
Edwards describes the shoe through the demands he places on his footwear during games. “Every time I step on the court, I want a shoe that can help me dominate,” he said. He added that each element gives players tools for taking over whenever they pick up a basketball, regardless of the court.
Max Staiger, Global General Manager of adidas Basketball, links Edwards directly to the company’s focus on the next generation of players. He said Edwards continues to lead that mission, while the third signature shoe translates his confidence and joy for basketball into its design, advanced materials and color choices.
Adidas will extend the launch through MINNATLANTASOTA, an episodic sketch show that tells the story of the Anthony Edwards 3 throughout the season. The series debuted on September 12, six days before the shoe release. Adidas plans new episodes for the fifth day of each month during the season, with Edwards appearing alongside other adidas athletes and an ensemble of emerging comedic talent.
The campaign also brings the Anthony Edwards 3 to a wider group of adidas Basketball athletes. Olivia Miles, VJ Edgecombe, Kaleena Smith and Karim Lopez will wear the shoe as part of the brand’s next-generation basketball roster.
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Adidas will release the Anthony Edwards 3 in the Cold Blooded colorway on September 18, 2026. The shoe will retail for $130 USD through adidas.com and select adidas retail locations internationally.
