Category: Jordan Brand

An initial look at the “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High OG

Brandon King

When they released in 2015, the “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High OG immediately became one of the most well-received and sought-after colorways of the AJ 1, with resell prices quickly ballooning to 4 figures. Ten years after their original release Jordan Brand is running the coveted colorway back for a second retail run. Initial images of the 2025 iteration have emerged. Like its progenitor they sport starfish at the toe as well as wrapping the heel and flanking ankle. The former is overlaid with black leather, which also shows up at the eye…

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An initial look at the “French Blue” Air Jordan 12

Brandon King

Since its initial release in 2004, the “French Blue” Air Jordan 12 has been one of the most well-received colorways of the classic silhouette.  Last seen in 2016, the French Blues are making their third retail run in 2025. Initial images have emerged of the latest iteration and it appears to be a faithful recreation of the colorway that many of us have come to know and love. It sports a ribbed white upper overlaid with French blue mudguards on the lateral mad medial sides. Silver overlays on said mudguards…

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Take a look at the “Fire Red” (Black Tongue) Air Jordan V

Brandon King

The Black Tongue Fire Red Air Jordan V is one of many heavy hitters from Jordan Brand’s extensive OG catalog that will see a retail run in 2025.  They sport a white leather upper with clear netting on the sides and tongue. Perched atop the black tongue, one of the sneaker’s distinguishing visual attributes, is a red Jumpman, while on the lateral ankle is the “23” as seen on Michael Jordan’s PEs of the same colorway.  Red shows up at the inner, as well as the lace locks, with “NIKE…

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These are not “Infrareds” you are looking for

Brandon King

Recently we reported on the return of the “Infrared” Air Jordan VI that was reportedly set to take place in 2026. It now appears that may not be the case, according to SneakerFiles, there is an Air Jordan VI coming in 2026 and it will feature the infrared color instead of the classic color it will be the “Reverse Infrared” iteration.  This colorway was based on the salesman sample from 1999-2000. It features much of the same visual elements ( black upper, infrared Jumpman at the tongue and lace locks,…

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Brandon King

More exciting 2026 Air Jordan news has emerged. According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the “White/Red” is slated to return in 2026 However this latest revelation for the next calendar year is tinged with disappointment, as zsneakerheadz also adds that it is this colorway to drop and not the “He Got Game” iteration that was previously reported.  At this early juncture, there are no available images, however, what should see is the standard aesthetic of this colorway of a white leather upper with dimpled side panels. Red suede should wrap the…

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Take a look at these images of the “White/Navy” Nike SB x Air Jordan 4

Brandon King

The “White/Navy” is the latest colorway in the very fruitful collaboration between Jordan Brand and Nike Skateboarding, with the Air Jordan 4 once again serving as the canvas.  As was the case with the white/green color, this Air Jordan 4 offers an improved shape as these are meant to be skated in.  They sport a white leather upper with a grey suede overlay at the toe. Navy shows up at the tip of the “Wings”, backing the tongue as well on the “NIKE SB” branded rear heel tab.  White netting…

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Take a look at the “UNC Reimagined” Air Jordan I High OG

Brandon King

With this upcoming Air Jordan I High OG, the “UNC” colorway gets the reimagined treatment.  They sport a white leather foundational layer overlaid with university blue at the toe, eye rows, flanking the ankles, and wrapping the heel. A white Wings logo has its home on the lateral ankle, while the sides are adorned with university blue Swooshes.  University blue also stands in for the “NIKE AIR” branding on the tongue, as well as at the inner.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a sail midsole that adds a vintage aesthetic…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: $2 million worth of Nikes stolen from train

Brandon King

Two million dollars worth of Nike sneakers were pilfered in a brazen train heist as the train was traveling through California and Arizona.  The stolen shipment consisted of unreleased and highly sought sneakers, many of which were reportedly the “Brick by Brick” Nigel Sylvester x Air Jordan 4. According to authorities, the thieves targeted the train as it slowed down on the tracks.  Aided by hidden tracking devices that were previously placed in some of the boxes, law enforcement apprehended 11 suspects for the possession and receiving of ill-gotten goods…

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“Oxidized Green” Air Jordan XIV now available

Brandon King

Last seen in 2016, the “Oxidized Green” Air Jordan XIV makes its return, albeit this time in form to take to links.  Unlike its original iteration the Oxidized Green golf shoe sports ribbing and perforations on the side panels. One of what should be 7 Jumpmen appears on the toe, with others that should be located on the rear heel, aglets, lateral ankle, insole and outsole. Additionally, “JORDAN” appears on the front side of the tongue and “XIV” on the back, with “23” seen on the rear heel.  A black…

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”Sail/University Red” Air Jordan 1 High OG coming Holiday 2025

Brandon King

As 2025 is the 40th anniversary of the bedrock model of the venerated Air Jordan line, the, Air Jordan 1 , it stands to reason that the silhouette would make an appearance during the brand’s holiday release roster. At this juncture there are no available images, but initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a sail leather upper overlaid with university red at the toe, eye rows, flanking the ankle and wrapping the heel. A metallic Wings logo may be seen on the lateral ankle , with university red Swooshes…

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