Jordan Brand expands its Lunar New Year lineup with the Jordan Luka 5 “Chinese New Year,” a release that places symbolism, material focus, and performance intent into a tightly resolved basketball silhouette. Built on the Luka 5 platform and presented in a Light British Tan, Baroque Brown, Team Red, and Metallic Red Bronze palette, the shoe frames cultural references through controlled design decisions.
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Embroidered graphics appear across the surface with a refined finish, introducing visual rhythm that suggests renewal and luck. The material treatment keeps the look composed and grounded, allowing each detail to register clearly without visual noise. Red accents punctuate the design with intention. Team Red elements appear along the quarters and tongue, adding energy while preserving balance within the earth-forward color range. These accents guide the eye across the shoe and give structure to the upper without shifting focus away from its primary tones. Metallic Red Bronze details add another layer of visual interest.
The tongue serves as the central visual anchor. A circular red embellishment sits prominently at its center, carrying an embossed horse framed by a decorative border. The design recalls the look of a traditional wax seal, offering a tactile, graphic reference that aligns with Lunar New Year symbolism. A second graphic detail remains concealed on the interior of the tongue. An embroidered red heart appears only when the shoe is handled or worn, adding a private note to the design.
The low-cut build supports fast movement and directional control, aligning with Luka Doncic’s style of play. Responsive cushioning and court-focused tooling work together to provide stability and energy return during play.
Set to release in 2026, the Jordan Luka 5 “Chinese New Year” will be available through Nike. The model presents a focused interpretation of Lunar New Year themes through color, texture and placement, while staying rooted in the demands of modern basketball performance.
Name: Jordan Luka 5 “Chinese New Year”
Colorway: Light British Tan/Baroque Brown-Team Red-Metallic Red Bronze
SKU: IQ0567-201
MSRP: $145 USD
Release Date: 2026
Where to Buy: Nike
