Penny Hardaway Goes Sneaker Shopping With Complex

Penny Hardaway goes Sneaker Shopping with Complex's Joe La Puma at Bad Timing in Memphis and talks about getting his signature sneaker with Nike, Michael Jordan playing against him in his shoes, and Galaxy Foamposites.
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[@Complex]

What’s your favorite Penny Hardaway signature shoe?

[@perc9-4]

All of them except the 5, and 6 he didn’t hoop in those so those don’t count

[@Mr.OBush314]

All of them!!!! Except 5-6

[@steez1439]

Air Penny 2! One of the best penny shoes i think? 😅

[@phillyspecial8077]

Penny 1 Orlando but the 2 isn't bad.

[@paulpierre4895]

The only guy to look at Jordan s. Up.down 😂

[@TarTacular]

He is such a humble person.

[@masonhernandez6225]

Yall must be close

[@ill_cover_you]

ZATINTHEODORE 🗽

[@azee1v1]

Known to be very philanthropic

[@Anthony419o]

He just said he’ll go against jordan in a shoe versus

[@B5s4]

Humble is pretty weird word to use when he saying lil penny at the top and his sneaker line at the top. Not saying he is wrong but humble doesn’t fit …..

[@jackdaniels6531]

I didn’t know Penny’s sneaker history went this deep. 😮 He left his mark in the culture fr

[@azee1v1]

Search for his bike commercials

[@JerseySoCal82]

If you were born in the 80’s and seen when the Foamposites were first introduced in 97 and they actually was suppose to be for Scottie Pippen. Mike Bibby actually showcased it first when he played for Arizona. Fun fact Jordan actually rocked the Nike flight and cut the “1” off and hooped in it

[@JerseySoCal82]

I sent a comment before watching the vid… and they stated everything. Accept the Mike Bibby story.

[@KillaKilaKlouds]

I got the penny 1 all stars & they are super comfortable! Need to get some foamposites & the 3’s

[@dadasha]

You must be really young or new to the game, but keep on growing dude...

[@Charanms]

He is meant for greater things, couldn't reach the pinnacle that he envisioned as a player but as a coach and a community person, he has made a name. Someday he will be seen in even greater role. Such a phoenix story

[@miki49]

Only because of injury. Still has some of the best highlights out there to this day

[@Iamdasouth]

Penny had the biggest 5 year impact of any player before injury his highlights speak for it self we not going to discredit him as a basketball player because he came in the NBA as an already elite player simply put the man was a cold mfkr Penny was the truth that's why his retro sneakers will always be popular.

[@vintageswiss9096]

Penny was arguably the best player in the league when he was healthy. He was a prodigy before injury...

[@myviewschannel6259]

He is that guy .

[@MurphGOE]

EASILY one of the best guests on here. Dude was very humble and his signature sneakers are dope!

[@dariusjohnson9040]

All facts you speaking. Normally I'll keep scrolling most times but for Penny I didn't even hesitate to click.

[@twister148148]

Penny is one of those guest where you need him on the complex sneakers podcast where you can take 40-60mins and go over the history in more detail and the way he saw it all

[@YoungoneYoung-lm4xe]

I met Penny back in 97 at the height of his career and he was as humble then as he is now. I still have the pic I took with him.

[@jermainelatimer804]

I met him in 2004 when he played for the Knicks and he was so down to 🌎. He signed autograph and took pictures with us and some other fans too. Special moment

[@Paperboy392]

Penny Hardaway probably has the best signature shoes after Michael Jordan and it’s not up for debate.

[@Jayhal278]

There is no “probably”

[@nassiglutt6587]

Ima go mj, kobe, penny. I'm biased cuz kobes are my favorite for playing on the court aside from j11, 12

[@lionheart4529]

@@Jayhal278it’s either yes or no. No I’m between (pause). 👍💯

[@kristophergoad2135]

There was a point in time where Penny's sneakers held as much weight as Jordan's. Outside the 11s, his sneakers would turn more heads in the mid 90s. His commercials were great too with Lil Penny.

[@Barak144]

Iverson as well Jordan’s Penny’s & Iverson’s

[@Jaleelsou_]

One thing I respect is his ability to come up with the foampositie and play in it

[@twentyoneHz]

he didn’t come up with it, he found the sample and was lucky enough to get his name out with it. eric avar and his team at nike actually designed the sneaker; with scottie pippen (as mentioned in this interview) in mind, but penny had got to the sample pack first. penny wasn’t even the first to wear them on the court. although the first to wear them in the nba; mike bibby for UoArizona wore them during the ‘97 playoffs UCAA season. penny wore them later that season in the nba.

[@Jaleelsou_]

@@twentyoneHz yea I watched the video and I’m not talking about the first model I’m taking about the mind to go with all the designs he has on that shoe. There’s no other shoe like it

[@DarkChocolate325]

It's so dope to see more and more LEGENDS as guest! The nostalgia is crazy right now...

[@attacktheculdesac_]

Agree with this 110%!

[@SuperRobertoClemente]

Gotta do Barkley next!! Then Lefkoe lol

[@guinguinness]

Respect to Penny. One of my favorite basketball players during my childhood

[@LadellTurner]

Yes! If not for injuries he woul be consider on of the greatest to do it!

[@THEsoulquarian]

As a kid and “tall” PG, I loved Penny. Wearing his sneakers and emulating his game. Good times

[@GTfromAG]

Smart move... he was amazing on the court.

[@c.frmn.2659]

You probably had no handles, I would have dunked on you.

[@KiloEcho75]

Penny is STILL one of my favorite players and the Foamposite ones are STILL one of my favorite shoes ever! Another great episode made even better with an amazing player, coach and human being like Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway!!! Much respect to Joe and the Complex Crew for this one.

[@markusstevensakabiginfinit9523]

If it wasn't for his injuries, no telling what Penny career would of been like. Regardless, The man & his shoe collection have been timeless... the foamposites are 1 of my favorite sneakers of all time.

[@2cleeng]

Penny just had a classic shoe. He had a movement, loved the commercials as a kid his game was sick always got love for penny.

[@djuanbenjamin9149]

I’m 44 so I was in school when the original ones dropped. It is so crazy to see how good most of the shoes from the 90s still hold up.

[@DaKidd023]

This took me back. So many classics mentioned. Another dope interview by Joe.

[@mrrobbiejenks]

So cool. Penny is down to earth and very humble. To have left such a mark from the court to the shoe arena, he could have a nasty attitude. Salute, Penny.

[@Trix2k0]

The pennys are right there with Jordan’s shoes ! Amazing era ! ❤❤💯

[@ghazali22]

One of my favorite players of all-time. People forget how amazing he was in the 90s

[@hylianlegends]

I am a Chicago Bulls fan, grew up in the repeat 3 peat era. I was rooting so hard for Penny when Jordan was gone. And I low-key would not have minded if Penny beat the Bulls just once. I was so sad when he was injured. I am so happy to see that he still relevant with his sneakers and his coaching. And I love that he donated to Autism Speaks.

[@kingsosa7288]

The penny 1 is just flawless and he's an incredible humble individual Tennessee strong and he and Mike just took the brand and sneakers to a new level it felt like you was as good or knew him ya know. Respect much love Penny one cent

[@TownBizznizzJS]

Penny should be in the Hall of Fame by now I can't lie Penny did have some dope shoes back in the day they should release the penny 12's and threes every year on a regular basis

[@j-dub22]

This man is a legend. I had the biggest crush on him back in the day. Humble guy, Memphis is proud of u, Penny 👑🙏

[@janelleparker3755]

Super excited, I’ve been a fan of Penny since Blue Chips. He will always be a legend!!

[@JordanClemons]

You a real one for referencing "Blue chips", my favorite basketball movie of all time

[@burnie2910]

This was my favorite one yet! Penny is such a humble person. Great cause to donate to as well! ❤❤❤

[@corbencarter-dixon5758]

Another sneaker pioneer. Man if Penny stayed healthy God knows how the painted picture of his image would blossom even more. His mark on sneakers still remain relevant to this day. Salute to Penny.

[@c-richbudzz152]

My oldest son and i are watching this legend and was so surprised to see he supports children w autism as my son is autistic ❤🙏

[@marklangston720]

Penny is My idol til this day and I'm 36 and this is the best sports interview I ever seen, great way to honor the legend himself Penny Hardaway...The Greatest.

[@freshflyy1]

One of my favorite players as a kid

[@The1SwagDad]

Great episode JLP! Excellent player, coach, and Man Mr. Hardaway!

[@danieljones1784]

The penny ones are the best looking kicks of all time in my opinion. I finally got a retro pair once I got older and could afford to buy em.

[@kingsupreme25]

Facts

[@lamontmiller1761]

This guy is a guy's guy man, humble respectful, respected awesome! Personality.

[@bimmerdash]

Finally my childhood Hero on Sneaker Shopping! Thank you Complex

[@JunkerYardov]

Awesome episode. I would like someday to be able to afford a pair of Foamposites cause they look soooo amazing. Penny is such a cool and humble person I wish him lots of health and success in everything!

[@BadTV1993]

Im rocking some Foams right now! never been comfy to me but they are def tough for the court

[@SamuelJones-wn7ot]

Great episode, learned something new today,Never knew Scottie Pipppen was in the running to wear the Foams. First time I seen the Foams on Mike Bibby wearing them in the NCAA finals at University of Arizona.

[@kevinstewart8054]

If I’m not mistaken, the foam pro (the ones made with the swoosh) were the ones designed for Scottie.

[@mississippi_burning]

Yep, Scottie didn’t like them.

[@stevesiri9700]

I really enjoy watching complex sneaker shopping episodes, cause they get the options on the wrestlers, actors, rappers and basketball players. It's always good to see penny hardaway!!! Great episode!!! 😊👍👍💯

[@omarmac1]

Lil penny Still the greatest promotional concept ever ….. And the galaxy 🌌 foam had the world going nuts 🥜. ❤

[@carrieelderkin2729]

That was an amazing episode, what an amazing human being Penny Hardaway is.

[@jamesb8818]

man everyone i knew had the og orlandos. i was so sad i could never afford it. people at the rec center had them too. you can tell how much joe was looking forward to this. Penny is a legend, especially in the shoe game.

[@CreasedHeat]

Penny is such a legend but man he comes off SUPER humble..

[@soulsearching1611]

Man I remember them days..back in the summer of 94 and me being a young kid in Orlando walking around with a lawn mower asking people if I could cut their grass just so I could make some money to buy penny's shoes! Man he was such an amazing player and him and MJ had the best shoes hands down!

[@jchung1506]

That’s a great story. So did you make enough money mowing lawns to get the shoes?

[@soulsearching1611]

@@jchung1506 yes actually I did. After cutting I think about 6 or 7 different people's yards lol 😂

[@dejuanyates4707]

Being a Memphis native watching penny is a kid I'm so proud to see something positive coming out the City surrounded by so much negativity

[@maneiloveyall3672]

Bruh remember them Jordans with the 1 on the back

[@dejuanyates4707]

He'll yea I remember thoes

[@GTfromAG]

Hands down 1 of the best sneaker lines & one of my favorite basketball players EVER💯💯💯💯💯

[@deandreesteen2033]

My favorite player growing up. I even had the Little Penny doll!

[@jonathaneasow8476]

Great to see an athlete on here again! Feel like it’s been forever.

[@Iamdasouth]

One of my fave players of all time in my top 5 if never injured he would of been in the G.o.a.t conversation and would of easily won rings but us true basketball heads know how special he was as a player and then he's so humble kudos to complex for this episode and people run the numbers up on this cause this man was as great as any basketball player who has ever laced them up and next complex need to do a Grant Hill episode💯

[@OHBoy330]

Respect 4 Doing Diz Episode At A Memphis Shop Instead Of A Shop In LA Or NY.

[@ChristProducer]

I lived in FL during "Penny's prime and those Orlando teams was what made me a Magic fan and still am to this day. I did not realize until watching this and seeing the graphic of his shoe line that the royal blue / black foam posites were a part of his line, that's one of the shoes I use in NBA 2K when I wear Orlando themed outfits or need a shoe w/ royal blue in them. During my 20 yrs of living in FL, I 16 of those I lived 30 mins outside of Orlando and for a job shadow class my 10th grade yr in high school in "96 I shadowed Glen Dehmer, former channel 9 weekend sports anchor and he happened to be coving the Orlando Magic practice that day for a game vs the Kings that night. And, so I got to meet some Orlando players, that day including "Penny", NBA TV's Dennis Scott, and NBA Hall of Famer Mitch Richmond. So, now anytime I see "Penny" or see him in a story involving his coaching his almu mater Memphis, I think back to that day. I would love to be able to still find a few pairs of his shoes to add to my collection as a keepsake.

[@just_lusungu75]

I have been waiting for this episode since. Penny inspires my life ever since I watched his sleek passes and the facebook documentary I felt he truly is a teacher, a father to many and a coach. He makes basketball a worthwhile sport

[@robm80]

Him and Grant Hill are 2 of the biggest what ifs. If it wasn't for unfortunate injuries. Both could have gone on to greatness.

[@joshhumbert1130]

And Brandon Roy as well

[@ryantanglao1736]

T-Mac too

[@jayelbee1111]

Derrick Rose as well

[@2thehuman]

Love that "verzuz" challenge Penny said. Let's put something like that together Complex! I would definitely watch some sort of content around this concept.

[@jaynolife1484]

LEGENDS after LEGENDS Complex have been killing it lately,to me personally his sneakers are better than Jordan's no hate towards Jordans but I prefer Foamposite and Air pennys.

[@bolder2009]

Over Concorde 11s? Cool🤷‍♂️

[@anthonysotillio5965]

🗣PENNY!!!!

[@rudy7803]

DOLLAR !!!

[@jboi5065]

This man's footprint in the NBA is like none other. From the shoes to the way he carries himself. Can't forget about lil penny commercials.

[@memechael]

Super humble. Loved this Ep! It's a full size run.

[@1998lion]

Legend for real humble and peaceful much respect to another goat Penny

[@theoneNica]

His commercials as a kid were crazy

[@johnavi]

Hands down one of the greatest to ever play the game and represent success. Well deserved "🔥" stamp of approval.

[@IzzyThomas-vp6xt]

Great content! The Lil Penny days was lit! Time is flying man!! Hope everyone has a blessed holiday🤙🏾🙏🏾

[@ericlonzo2247]

Great show as always. Variety of different people definitely feel it.

[@Key2TheCity]

Mad Respect To Penny One of the Greatest 💯💪🏾🔑

[@streetnetworkz3980]

My favorite player of all-time nothing like penny wit the magic 🪄

[@MrSotero123]

The AirMax Penny 1 is one of my favorite sneakers in my collection! Love the fact that they’re showing Penny some love!

[@malcolmnorman5694]

On my second pair 😅

[@supersaiyandrawing8153]

I was just watching a bunch of videos on his sneakers hahah crazy coincidence that complex uploads this now

[@richieb6998]

Guys an icon. Salute 🫡

[@aisforannihilation1662]

I love that he bought nothing for him but donated to charity. Now we're talking. Go on, Penny! Beautiful gesture

[@cluecumber]

his heart is probably in the right place but why did it have to be a horrible organization like Autism Speaks? those guys don't advocate for autism acceptance but treats it as a disease that needs to be eradicated

[@davidalston8926]

Penny was awesome back in the day!! What a great guy! Soft spoken, Speaks well! Humble as all get out. Loved those Penny commercials with Chris Rock's voice!!! I'm buying a pair of Foamposits this week! And I'm an adidas guy for life!

[@THISISWILL23]

Awesome interview and thanks joe for asking great questions!

[@FredQuijada]

Penny's the man. Class act as always. True blue role model. 💙

[@GoodfellaNell]

Good vid! Penny seems down to earth and chilled.

[@davidalston8926]

Too much class!!! Everybody NEEDS to be like Penny Hardaway!

[@corteztate9273]

The Memphis legend 💪🏿

[@sheldevsim]

My fav player back in the day. Also has the sickest sneakers! Penny 1 & @ are absolute grails.

[@datharo5]

As a Penny fan, this is one of my favorite episodes of sneaker shopping thank you ❤

[@zakisarker]

You knocked it out of the park with this one JLP! Fire episode with sneaker royalty Penny Hardaway!

[@theavengers.]

Love him on and off the court

[@blasphemy911los4]

One of the most underrated players ever….. penny was great man

[@Original_jataro]

Love the foamposite story and Penny's signature line as well! Salute to one of the greats!

[@Kameleon916]

watching Penny play was so great...and his sneaker collection top3 for sure...will foams make a comeback??

[@shsotim]

Respect for Penny!

[@znarf719]

Penny, my childhood basketball hero.

[@silvercat6425]

Always good to give back, much respect

[@djuanjohnson8112]

Thanks for donating to Autism Speaks that was awesome ✊🏾

[@alljerseysmatter.]

He’s the reason I still wear my Foams

[@coreybrandon2655]

He was definitely my favorite player he was a killer in the NBA when he played

[@shavontecharlene]

Same

[@richardvillegas3799]

Dope Episode for sure .. Me being an old head , jus like Penny was eluding to earlier with his line…. Man, Penny was a beast😮, 6’8 PG with THE FULL Repertoire of Game. My guy was up there w/ THE BEST during da Mid to Late 90s 💯

[@iyamom4]

He is the ONLY one who didn't buy any shoes. He donated them!!! I love this man so much💙🤍

[@theKiddAlways]

such a down to earth superstar. i'm surprised joe has been only threatened once for sneakers.

[@YouTubeEnthusiast]

Penny deserved a better playing career

[@thugginndshit]

Mane I can't believe complex came to Memphis it's been so wild here over the last few months I'm glad to see something positive.

[@LaCheleWallace]

PENNY!!! It's always so good to see you. Glad you're doing well. You still look good.😉😘 My favorite Penny shoe would have to be the ones from '96. EVERYBODY had them shoes.

[@spaceballz859]

Just wish Shaq would have stayed in Orlando with Penny

[@lilrjswag]

We need to see his closet

[@ahpuro]

As a guy who loved nike innovation and sci fi look, the Penny line was always a joy to examine and experience which played a critical role in my design approach. I know Eric Avar played a huge role in designing but i always thanked Penny for approving the design direction. Thank you everyone who made it happen Still i would pick the silver 1/2 cent among my Penny collection

[@azee1v1]

Great shoe

[@monicahavechristjesus5455]

For me it was Penny and then Kobe.. my all time favorites. Great episode!

[@gymleaderdj9102]

Thanks for the video

[@TreeckoGBC]

Dope video as always. Penny seems like a real good guy.

[@TChambers85]

Great video! I once met Penny at a Best Buy. Kind and friendly. The Foams are top 3 favorite shoes of all time!

[@rebooting80s]

Its so good to see one of my icons love his life. With everything that happened in his prime. ❤