The adidas DON issue 7 features a dark “Preloved Violet” gradient

It’s championship or bust for the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2025-2026. After a second-round exit last year, the team entered their final bid for a title with honesty, humility and focus. They realized they hadn’t gotten it done, despite finishing near the top of the Eastern Conference in each of the past four seasons.

For Donovan Mitchell, the journey to his first ring continues in the DON Issue 7, his seventh signature model with the Three Stripes. Here we have a “Preloved Violet” colorway with an attractive, easy-going upper – a possible option for Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray, who often wears Donovan Mitchell shoes. The collar, lining and shrouded tongue (a la the Converse SHAI 001) are black, while the sole mirrors the gradient seen across the base.

The adidas DON Issue 7 “Preloved Violet” will release during Holiday 2025 for $110 in men’s sizing. Check out the official images below and head over to our sneaker release date page to check out more upcoming adidas basketball shoes.

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News, based in New York City. His main interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max and New Balance shoes. Before joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for various media outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He is from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, especially when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.