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For the nostalgic version of the Puma MB.02, Puma is collaborating with Nickelodeon. The combination is reminiscent of The Fairly Oddparents, a beloved cartoon comedy on Nickelodeon. LaMelo Ball is now evoking Cosmo and Wanda with a pair of mismatched trainers after previously collaborating with Rick & Morty on the MB.01 and MB.02 as well as Nickelodeon for a "Slime" colorway of the MB.02.
The Nickelodeon x Puma MB.02 “The Fairly Oddparents” shoes are anticipated to arrive in the sneaker market sometime later this year. Although the official release date and pricing details are kept currently under wraps by the German activewear label, these shoes will be sold by the online as well as the offline locations of Puma and its partnering retail sellers.
Nickelodeon x Puma MB.02 “The Fairly Oddparents” shoes are made in the bright mismatched arrangement
As mentioned earlier, Nickelodeon and Puma have teamed up to create a special edition of the MB.02 basketball shoes, which is inspired by the popular animated series The Fairly Oddparents. The shoes are part of the ongoing collaboration between Puma and LaMelo Ball, the NBA star who is also a fan of Nickelodeon shows. The shoes feature a colorful design that pays homage to the magical adventures of Timmy Turner and his fairy godparents, Cosmo and Wanda.
The new MB.02 iteration has a white base with pink and green accents, representing the colors of Cosmo and Wanda. The shoes also have gold details, such as the Puma logo on the tongue and the heel and the words "Fairly Oddparents" on the lateral side.
The shoes have a translucent outer sole unit that reveals a graphic of Timmy Turner and his fairy godparents on the bottom. Moreover, the new MB.02 iteration comes with a customized shoe box that features the show's logo and characters.
The advanced MB.02 model is LaMelo Ball's second signature sneaker with Puma. The MB.02 is a high-performance basketball shoe that features a knit upper, a NITRO foam midsole for cushioning and responsiveness, and a ProFoam+ insole for comfort and support. The shoes also have Melo's signature wings on the tongue and heel, symbolizing his flight and freedom on the court.
The Nickelodeon x Puma MB.02 "The Fairly Oddparents" shoes are not the first collaboration between Nickelodeon and Puma. In December 2022, they released the MB.02 Slime edition, which featured a bright lime green colorway that embodied the iconic green goo from Nickelodeon's award shows and game shows. The shoes also had a splattered look on the NITRO foam and Melo's wings to mimic the slime texture.
The collaboration between Nickelodeon and Puma is also part of LaMelo Ball's partnership with Puma, which started in October 2020 when he signed a multi-year deal with the brand. Since then, he has released several colorways of his signature shoes, such as the Whispers, Gorangé, Jade, Honeycomb, and Year of the Rabbit editions.
LaMelo Ball is one of the rising stars in the NBA, playing for the Charlotte Hornets as a point guard. He was drafted third overall in the 2020 NBA draft and won the Rookie of the Year award in 2021. Ball is known for his flashy style of play, his passing skills, and his confidence on and off the court.
The Nickelodeon x Puma MB.02 “The Fairly Oddparents” shoes are a fun and colorful tribute to one of LaMelo Ball's favorite shows from his childhood. The shoes combine the whimsical elements of The Fairly Oddparents with the performance features of the Puma MB.02 model.
