Built for the shots they tell her NOT to take.

Her game is all over this thing.

Nike says Clark gave the design team three goals: improve her first step, step-back and shot release. That puts the design conversation exactly where fans would expect it—creating space and getting a shot away.

The construction pairs the Opticast upper with responsive cushioning and a stabilizing midfoot plate. The rubber outsole uses a C-inspired traction pattern. Those are manufacturer design claims, rather than a wear-test verdict from us.

Look closer. The 22s are there for a reason.

The molded upper carries C and 2 details. Her logo, signature and layered Swooshes connect the shoe to her initials, number and shooting range. Nike’s color stories also connect back to her childhood driveway court.

For fans, that is the appeal of a signature model: a pair that belongs to the player’s story, with design decisions tied to how she actually wants to move. Choose a colorway you want to wear, then use the style code to compare the same pair across shops.

Get the size right before chasing the color.

Nike describes the fit as standard and advises starting with your usual Nike basketball size. Follow the size guide on the exact listing, including its men’s/women’s labels. Adult, grade-school and little-kids shoes have separate listings.

For a player, compare the fit with the basketball shoes already working for you and check the retailer’s return terms. For a collector, check the style code and condition. A resale price above $140 is a seller’s asking price, not a new official retail price.

What about the Kobes she wore?

A Clark-worn Nike Kobe colorway and a Caitlin 1 are different models. Player-exclusive pairs can appear in game photos without a matching public release. When shopping, use the model name and style code rather than assuming every shoe she wears is her signature model.