The Nike Blazer Low doubles as both a basketball shoe and a tennis shoe. Nike Blazer Shoes The Blazer started its existence as made for the courts – hardwood, that is – but over time the advancement in footwear technology has rendered the Blazer obsolete. Instead, it's one of Nike's most popular lifestyle/streetwear shoes, and this new colorway of the Blazer Low is just another great pair in the long-lived Blazer history. Featuring a University of Kentucky white and varsity blue, this Blazer Low would be a perfect pick-up for the summer.