Cooper Flagg has his first exclusive sneaker with New Balance, and his home state of Maine is front and center in the design.

New Balance announced the release of its new Hesi Low v2 x Cooper Flagg, a version of the footwear and apparel company’s existing low-top and lightweight basketball shoe.

The new Flagg-exclusive version of the shoe features a color scheme designed as an homage to Flagg’s Maine roots.

“Taking inspiration from the vast greenery of Maine, the shoe is infused with subtle green accents that echo the state’s natural landscape,” New Balance said in its Thursday announcement. “Details throughout the silhouette nod to the trees and lush nature that define Maine, offering a fresh, organic feel.”

Flagg grew up in Newport and won a Maine state basketball championship ther

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