LaMelo Ball’s PUMA LaFrance “Heatmap” Releases In April

A new look for the polarizing lifestyle model.

Andrew Rizzo March 27, 2025

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LaMelo Ball’s PUMA LaFrance lifestyle shoe has taken on its most eccentric look to date, surfacing in a new style inspired by heat maps.

The Osiris, Lanvin-esque LaMelo Ball shoe has been touted almost exclusively in monotone colorways since its May 2024 debut, making this “Heatmap” colorway a bit of an anomaly. Tapping into the same type of playfulness seen on the NBA star’s PUMA MB.04, the sneaker stands out with multicolor heatmap shades on all the oval, canvas cutouts. Several different blue stitching blobs appear over green leather panels, accompanied by another heatmap pattern on the front of the outsole.

If these are calling your name, expect a release via puma.com and retailers in April. As with all PUMA LaFrance colorways, retail is set at $110.

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Mens Puma LaFrancé "Heatmap"

SKU: 311698-01

RETAIL PRICE: $110

RELEASE DATE: Apr 25, 2025

US 04/25/2025 Friday

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Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.