The Nike ST Charge “Halloween” Turns Cade Cunningham Into Leatherface

Cade Cunningham’s Nike ST Charge has often felt like his unofficial signature shoe thanks to several Player Exclusive colourways. The Nike ST Charge “Halloween” edition pushes that connection further, giving this low-cut basketball shoe a Leatherface makeover in a rich brown palette. Cunningham’s star logo sits on the tongue, and his jersey number 2 appears on the heel pull tab. It is a character-driven release, but one that still reads as a sneaker made to dominate the playing court.

The earthy palette does much of the work. Taupe and tan meet darker brown across the upper and sole, while red-orange accents break through at the laces and tongue. Stitched leather panels have deliberately rough-looking edges, giving the shoe the patched-together appearance associated with Leatherface’s mask. A metallic Swoosh with splatter detailing and a themed hangtag make the reference more explicit. The effect feels unsettling up close; from a distance, the earthy colours are relatively restrained for a Halloween release.

That balance suits the ST Charge. Nike presents the wider model as a basketball shoe built with forefoot Air Zoom, a drop-in foam midsole and an extra-durable translucent rubber outsole intended for outdoor use. Those features explain its substantial, performance-focused outline, though Nike has yet to publish a product page confirming every construction detail for this specific colourway. The torn-edge leather and horror graphics are the changes that define this edition visually.

The appeal for Cunningham fans lies in how seamlessly his identity fuels the story behind the release. For the broader audience, the choice hinges on wearability. While the mask imagery makes a bold statement, the muted brown palette keeps the sneaker surprisingly grounded. If you’re looking to play ball while celebrating Halloween, the Nike ST Charge “Halloween Leather” releases October 23rd via the Nike site and select sportswear retailers.