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There was a bit of controversy regarding the retro release of the Air Jordan XV back in January. The original version of the shoes featured Zoom Air units embedded into the forefoot and heel of the sole, and even Nike’s official description of the Retro stated that the Air Jordan XV Retro would feature the same cushioning system. It was uncovered that the Retro version only featured heel Zoom, much to the dismay of a select group of sneakerheads. It’s safe to say that next weekend’s first-ever release of the Air Jordan XV Retro “Obsidian” will feature only heel Zoom Air, but we surmise that most consumers will be using these for casual wear.

Take a look at the official images of the Air Jordan 15 Obsidian below and stay tuned for the release on March 4th on Nike.com and Jordan retailers worldwide.

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The Jordan Melo M13 will debut two new colorways this weekend. Known as the Sunset Glow and Ice Blue, let’s take a closer look at both tonal offerings.

Rocking what many would say a Knicks theme (sort of), one comes in a Blue hue, while the other rocks a Orange hue. Although the shades aren’t as dark as the team’s colors, it appears imminent that team colors was an inspiration behind these two pairs. The tonal look of the upper extends down to the laces, branding and the entire sole unit.

Tech features on the shoe include the Zoom Air (responsive cushioning) on the sole, the blade traction pattern on the outsole and the rubberized overlays for a unique look. Priced at $135 look for these beginning February 25th.

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The Air Jordan 31 Low has yet to receive a retail release, but the chopped down silhouette continues to surface in different PE colorways that we’ll probably never be able to get our hands on.

One of the latest pairs to surface is the one you see here which was made for the University of North Carolina. This Tar Heels colorway of the Jordan 31 features a combination of Carolina Blue and White on the Flyweave and leather upper. Additional white detailing is seen on the laces, inner liner, branding, midsole, and the “TAR” and “HEELS” written on the heels. Down below we see an icy blue translucent outsole to wrap things up.

What are your thoughts on the UNC Air Jordan 31 PE? Would you cop if they ever made it to retailers?

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As a homage to the original Bugs Bunny theme that released in 1993, this Air Jordan 8 Alternate is essentially reflective of that classic theme.

Rendered in the familiar Chicago Bulls colorway, white leather dominates its upper, while contrasting red and black accents are prominent throughout. A graphic inner liner, in addition to detailing across its heel, and ?1993? on the pull tabs rounds out its overall detailing.

Retailing for a price tag of $190, you can purchase this standout pair at select Nike and JB stockists starting Saturday, February 25th.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 8 Alternate launch page now for additional imagery, the latest info and release details.

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In my humble opinion, the Air Jordan 12 Playoffs is the greatest basketball shoe ever made. Full stop. No argument. There is no better mix of design and colorway in one package and it’s one of the rare kicks that has ever compelled me to take the “one to stock, one to rock” approach when they got a retro release a few years back. With classic Air Jordans returning to retail with a little more frequency than ever before, I’ve been eagerly anticipating another run of Playoff 12s, especially in this era when Jordan Brand seems more interested in stocking stores with more pairs than ever before. The phrase “two to stock, two to rock” might be more apt.

So when the word started coming out that the Air Jordan 12 Playoffs was coming back, I was very excited… only to find out that we were getting the low version instead. Uh…

Air Jordans during MJ’s prime that go low have always struck an odd chord with me and judging by the reactions of the sneaker community, I’m not a lone wolf in this case. Take for example how iconic Air Jordan 1 colorways from the Banned to the Royal to the Chicago, sell out in mere seconds when they are in their original form with “Nike Air” but will sit on store shelves forever when they drop in low-cut form. There are notable exceptions to this rule of course; summertime Air Jordan 11 Lows might not be as popular as their holiday counterparts, but they are strong sellers for the brand (look at this year’s Columbia drop and tell me that won’t blow up, I dare you) and you can bet that this year’s slate of the Air Jordan 13 Lows like the upcoming Chutney release are going to be ones to watch. The 12s? Well, let’s just say the Max Orange that came out earlier this year didn’t inspire that much confidence in me.

What sold me on the Air Jordan 12 Low Playoffs was my trip to NBA All-Star Weekend and NBA 2K17. Seeing them on the feet of Jordan Brand employees and digital Blake Griffin got me hyped for them in a way that I did not see coming. It’s not full-on “MJ wearing them as he shot over Byron Russell and gave the all-time best fist pump celebration in history” hype, and I won’t be able to give my full confidence in the kicks until I try them on this weekend, but the promise is certainly there.

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March Madness is almost here, which means you still have some time to study the intricacies of the college basketball world before the official brackets come out. Yesterday we received a preview of the coming Nike KD 9 “Texas” for the coming collegiate post-season, and Jordan Brand has some more tricks up their respective sleeves as they’ve introduced a brand new Air Jordan 31 Low for Michael Jordan’s alma mater. The Air Jordan 31 Low UNC features an updated low profile while the synthetic leather gradient showcases bold ‘Tar Heels’ block lettering to coincide with a University Blue to White gradient. Check out more shots of the coming Air Jordan 31 Low PEs below and stay tuned for more updates regarding potential Release Dates right here on Sneaker News.

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We’ll be seeing not one, but two Bulls-inspired Air Jordan retros release this upcoming weekend.

In addition to the Air Jordan 12 Low Playoff, the Air Jordan 8 Alternate will also be touching down at retailers. This new colorway of the Air Jordan 8 takes on a fan-favorite color scheme as white, black, and red come together for a cleanly executed look. The traditional leather upper is seen on this Jordan 8 along with the chenille Jumpman logo on the tongue and the signature cross straps.

Will you cop or pass come Saturday? Retail price will be $190.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 8 Alternate launch page now for additional imagery, the latest info and release details.

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Fans of the Michigan Wolverines now have the option to pick up a fresh new colorway of the Air Jordan 1 Mid.

This colorway of the Air Jordan 1 Mid takes on a premium look as the majority of the upper comes constructed out of a soft nubuck in Armory Navy. Leather overlays have then been placed on the midfoot, ankle, and heel. All of the branding has also been done in the same shade of blue with the exception of the Jumpman on the tongue which has been colored yellow.

Grab yours from select Jumpman retailers now for $110.

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You know that the warm weather is almost here when Jordan brand begin releasing more low tops. Jordan Brand joins the party this weekend with the release of the Air Jordan 12 Low in the Playoff colorway.

Keeping things simple and classic, this Air Jordan 12 Low takes on the OG Playoff colorway by combining black and white on the buttery leather upper. Completing the Chicago Bulls inspiration are Varsity Red accents on the Jordan branding that appears on the tongue and heel. Hit up your local Jordan Brand retailers on Saturday, February 25th to cop your pair. Retail price will be $170.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 12 Low Playoff launch page now for more images, the latest information and release details.

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Jordan Brand recently dropped their newest model known as the Jordan Heritage. Right from the get-go, you know where this retro model got it’s inspiration from, right?

The Air Jordan 1-esque model is done in a Gym Red upper done out of textile and synthetic nubuck. The tonal look of the shoe extends on to the laces, branding, outsole and insoles. White hits noted on the “23” and Jumpman on the heel region and insoles add contrast on the upper. Down low you will find a White midsole with an Air-sole unit. Are you feeling this new Jordan Brand model? If so, pick these up today for the retail price of $110.

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Jordan Brand has just released a brand new colorway of the Jordan Formula 23 exclusively in kids sizing. Previously having released in men’s sizes, we now take a look at this new Still Blue colorway.

Inspired by the Air Jordan 10, the Jordan Formula 23 features a mesh upper with webbing detailing and gore lace accents. Other details include a synthetic leather mudguard and a neoprene collar. This pair features Still Blue on the majority of the upper with navy accents on the mudguard and heel. A white midsole and navy outsole complete the look on this kids colorway of the Formula 23 that can be purchased at select retailers now for $100.

images: Renarts

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Not quite the Raging Bull 5s, but this Air Jordan 5 done in Red suede also manages to come with some nice pop to them right? Recently unveiled via these leaked images, today we get out latest look at this brand new colorway of the Air Jordan 5.

The Air Jordan 5 Red Suede (University Red) you see above is said to be a part of a Jordan Brand pack known as the “Fire Pack”. This means that we should expect even more retros rocking a similar look in the near future. It comes in a tonal Red suede upper matched up with the additional Red on the netting, laces and most of the midsole. Creating contrast is the Black shark teeth on the midsole and the icy translucent outsole. Although we can’t confirm just yet, it does appear like the Silver tongue comes in 3M fashion. Thoughts on this new Air Jordan 5? Expect it to drop sometime around July 1st. Retail price is not yet determined.

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Who here has the Air Jordan 1 Old Love, New Love Pack from back in the day? Jordan Brand released those two shoes as a pack, meaning that you had to buy both pairs as a set. Now, it looks like Jordan Brand is bringing back one-half of the pack, the Air Jordan 1 Mid New Love. Who saw that one coming? Not me.

Originally released back in 2017, the Air Jordan 1 Mid New Love is a Jordan 1 Mid made out of leather in a Yellow (Varsity Maize) and Black color scheme. Other features on the shoe include the jeweled Wings branding, a White midsole and a translucent Yellow/Gum outsole. We’re still unsure as to when these will arrive stateside, but being that they’re already available in Japan, a release date appears imminent. Will you be copping? Let us know in the comments below.

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It’s a big morning for Jordan updates. Not only have we received word that the classic Air Jordan 1 Mid “New Love” is coming back to retailers later this year, but a select group of Instagram notables have started posting the Air Jordan 5 “Red Suede” retro for July 2017.

For the uninitiated, this premium-themed Air Jordan 5 offering first appeared back in 2009’s “Raging Bull” Defining Moments Pack alongside an all reflective 3M colorway for just $310 USD. How times have changed! So far, the looks at this retro offering aren’t all that great, but the news that the Red Suede Jordan 5 is finally returning is worthy enough of an update. Check out initial Instagram posts below and stay tuned for this pair to arrive on July 1st, 2017.

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Jordan Brand has built up the Air Jordan 8 throughout the year thanks to the strong general release known as the “Take Flight” colorway that built upon the legacy of the infamous UNDFTD collaboration from over a decade ago. The latest take on Michael Jordan’s eighth signature silhouette comes in the form of some revisionist’s history, as the Air Jordan 8 “Alternate” takes on a familiar Chicago-theme, but in a modern way thanks to the unique midsole graphic translating nicely over to the inner-lining.

The Air Jordan 8 Alternate will be available this Saturday, February 25th for $190 USD featuring a clean white upper with added perforations on the side panel, a black midsole, Chicago-themed red details throughout. The standout feature here is the ‘1993’ detail on the heel tab hinting at the year that the overall silhouette hit retailers. What do you think of the look?

Check out a full list of stores that will be stocking this coming Jordan 8 retro below and stay tuned for more updates right here on Sneaker News. In the meantime, head to our Air Jordan Release Dates page for a better look at the coming retro slate from the Jumpman.

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