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Li-Ning2012 – present · lifetime dealReleasing in 2026

Way of Wade

Dwyane Wade · Fully Active — Post-Retirement

The only legends line still launching new flagship models: the Way of Wade 12 dropped in late 2025 at $225, six years after Wade's last NBA game.

The Legend

Euro-stepping, shot-blocking two-guard — 'Flash,' Miami's greatest ever, and the proof a signature line can outlive a career.


3× NBA Champion2006 Finals MVP13× All-StarHall of Fame 2023

The Story

Wade left Jordan Brand for Li-Ning in 2012 in a landmark lifetime-and-equity deal, and built the most successful Chinese-brand signature franchise ever. Uniquely on this page, his line never went retro — it kept going. The Way of Wade 12 ($225) is a current flagship with 2026 colorways rolling out, plus the All City 13 takedown line for hoopers. Retirement ended his career; it never touched his signature.

Line File
Signature LineWay of Wade
BrandLi-Ning
Iconic ModelWay of Wade 1 (2012) · WoW 4
Years2012 – present · lifetime deal
2026 StatusFully Active — Post-Retirement
2026 ReleasesWoW 12 colorways through 2026, $199–$230 · Wade All City 13 / 13 Encore — 2026, ~$100–140

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