Next year is lining up be a pretty good one for the Air Jordan 13 as we’re expected to see the release of the Black Cat, Bred, and this White/True Red colorways. But here’s a pair that won’t be releasing next year, and is only available for auction right now.

The Air Jordan 13 that you see above is a pair that was worn by Michael Jordan during the 1997-98 NBA season and also comes with Michael’s autograph on both shoes. They have been authenticated as game worn by Heritage Auctions and the signatures are authenticated by both the UDA and JSA.

Michael Jordan's game-used 13's & @KingJames' IV's are up for auction.

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— Steiner Sports (@steinersports) December 8, 2016

The highest bid for the auction, which is being held by Steiner Sports, is currently at $3,800 with the listing set to end on Sunday, December 11th.

via: Steiner Sports

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We’re less than 24 hours away from quite possibly the biggest and most anticipated Jordan Brand release of 2016. Coming in sizes for the entire family, the Air Jordan 11 Space Jam is finally here. We’ve been talking about this release since January of this year. It almost seems surreal to see that the shoe has finally arrived. No need to describe it, you all know what it looks and the significance behind it. Consider this your release reminder and one of the final looks of the shoe courtesy of Germany’s BSTN.

Here is what you need to know about the shoe:

Full family sizing will be offered. GS, PS, TD and Crib sizes are listed at $170, $90, $70 and $55 respectively. Adult sizes will cost you $220.

Although the exact number is unknown, it is believed that more than 1 million pairs will be available. With that being the case, if you really take the time to try and get a pair, you should have no problem doing so. I suggest you hold off on paying resale prices until you’re absolutely sure you won’t be able to get a pair at retail.

Find these at select Jordan Brand retailers all around the world, including BSTN (U.S. shipping is available)

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 11 Space Jam 2016 launch page now for more images, videos, the latest info and release details.

via: BSTN

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LA-based artist Matthew Senna is back with another amazing creation right on time for the release of the Air Jordan 11 Space Jam tomorrow.

Having previously covered the Air Jordan 1 in Gold, Senna returns with another one-of-a-kind metal-cast Air Jordan, this time the beloved 11. Matthew Senna recalls the Air Jordan 11 playing a big part in his high school/college days as he and his entire basketball team would wear the sneaker on the court. To find out the Air Jordan 11 means to Senna and the reason he decided to cover it in bronze, read his entire interview on the Jordan Blog.  Check out the images of his bronze 11 creation above and follow Matthew on Instagram to keep up with his latest work.

via: Air.Jordan

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Remember the lawsuit that Michael Jordan had against Chinese Sportswear company Qiodan Sports? Michael was suing the company for the use of his name to sell sports products, including sneakers and apparel. “Qiodan” is the Chinese version of Jordan?s name which is why MJ was so upset and decided to take legal action against them. Last year the Beijing courts sided with Qiodan and decided that “Jordan” wasn’t the only use for the word “Qiodan” and that it is a very common last name used by Americans.

Fast forward a year and a half later and MJ has reclaimed the rights to his extremely valuable last name. China’s highest court ruled largely in favor of Jordan this week in a landmark decision that is expected to set a precedent for protecting personal names in trademark cases in a country with a reputation as a haven for counterfeit goods. The Supreme People?s Court, handing down a partial victory to Jordan, revoked the rights of Qiaodan Sports Co. to use Jordan?s last name written in Chinese characters.

According to Bloomberg News, the Beijing court said Jordan?s Chinese name is ?well-recognized? in China and that he should have the legal right to it. As a result, Qiaodan Sports, which operates about 6,000 shops in China, will have to give up its trademark registrations of the Chinese version of his name.

Jordan initially filed the suit in 2012, alleging that Qiaodan Sports created a business model around his Chinese name and used his iconic ?23? jersey number without his permission. The former Chicago Bulls star had shouldered several losses in China?s lower court?s before this week’ victory. Not only was Qiodan Sports using Jordan’s name, but they were also using a logo of a man jumping in the air that resembled the “Jumpman” logo.

Looks like the Chinese authorities finally got it right.

via: Footwear News

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We’ve gotten several different looks of the soon to release Jordan Melo M13 over the past few weeks, all these looks have been on the Black and Gold colorway. For the first time ever, the Jordan Melo M13 is seen in the new all-Red colorway.

This second colorway opts for a tonal look as it’s done in Red from top to bottom. The only image currently available shows that it’s actually a monochromatic color scheme as no type of contrast appears in sight. This includes Red on the entire upper, sole, branding, lining and laces. The latest Carmelo Anthony signature shoe is now available overseas, which leads us to believe that a stateside release appears to be imminent.

image: Gallery 2
h/t: SC

Author’s Take

I?m not going to lie, it actually looks pretty cool. It?s not something I?m used to seeing on the Melo signature line, but as the saying goes, ?change is good?. I still prefer the Black and Gold colorway though.

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Earlier this week we took a closer look at a few upcoming colorways of the Air Jordan 1 Rare Air which made its debut in 2015. We now have a release date to report for the Max Orange pair that gives off some Shattered Backboard vibes.

Covered in a full leather upper that combines White, Black and Max Orange, this modified version of the Air Jordan 1 features Nike Air branding on the heel and replaces the “Wings” branding on the ankle with the words “AIR JORDAN.” The release date for this Max Orange pair is currently scheduled for January 7th with a retail price o $140

Judging from these pictures the quality looks to be pretty good, which is always a good thing. Do you plan on copping? Let us know in the comments below.

h/t: SBD

Author’s Take

I don’t like or hate this version of the Air Jordan 1, but it just doesn’t interest me. I’d rather just buy an OG pair.

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If you haven’t had enough of sneakers with tonal uppers in “premium” materials with a solid white sole, you’re in luck, because plenty more are in store for 2017. For example, this upcoming Air Jordan 1 Mid built in Sequoia suede with randomly placed leather panels in a matching shade will feature?you guessed it?an all-white sole. If you’re still not yet satisfied with the tonal upper/white sole look, these are for you. Stick with Sneaker News for further updates.

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Russell Westbrook and Jordan Brand released the Jordan Westbrook 0.2 earlier this year with one of the latest colorways being the fancy Vachetta Tan pair that featured a hairy suede upper. But we all know that Russ is the type that likes to make a statement with his wardrobe, so that’s probably not a pair you’d see him wearing during a post or pre game interview.

Now this new galaxy colorway, this is more up Russell’s alley. Covered in a black nubuck upper, this Westbrook 0.2 is then contrasted by galaxy detailing on the tongue, heel, and side panels for that touch of flair. A white rubber sole unit caps things off.

You can pick up the women’s colorway of the Jordan Westbrook 0.2 Galaxy at select Jordan Brand retailers today for $100.

images: Jimmy Jazz

Author’s Take

I can definitely see Russell Westbrook wearing these. That galaxy print is definitely his style.

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Los Angeles-based artist and art director Matt Senna has a strong bond with his sneakers, so much so that he turns them into works of art. And we’re not talking about the fully wearable customs that have flooded the sneaker world over the past half-decade either. Instead, Senna took a different route: casting Air Jordan retros in one-of-a-kind metal to turn them into statues that embody some of Tinker Hatfield and Michael Jordan’s most iconic creations.

Senna was inspired by his lifelong connection with the Air Jordan 11 and his reaction to seeing the special edition slide-out box when he was a kid paired with the incredibly different patent leather style on the silhouette. He didn’t start out casting the Air Jordan 11 first though, as he wanted to experiment with the Air Jordan 13 because as he puts it:

“I cast my black and red XIs first. They were, I think, the second pair that I did. I first made an experimental pair with the XIII, because I didn?t want to ruin my favorite shoe when I was messing around. And then I went to do my favorite. So I did the XI second. The natural flashiness of the patent leather translates really well to metallic. Even if it?s not a person?s favorite shoe, it resonates because it?s such a beautiful silhouette. In bronze or in metal, it looks different from all the others because of the sheen.”

You can see more of this Air Jordan 11 Precious Metal via the Air Jordan Blog and on Instagram.

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Capping off the 20th anniversary of Space Jam, will be the return of this iconic Air Jordan 11.

Unlike its previous 2009 release, this particular pair stays true to its OG build, similar to the pair that MJ first wore during the 1995 NBA Playoffs. A higher cut black patent leather overlay consists as the most distinguishable element, in addition to classic Concord Jumpman branding and the number ?45? stitched on the back heel.

Although not pictured, this 2016 edition comes in a special Looney Tunes-themed box with cartoon graphics to further commemorate the iconic movie.

Set to be offered in full family sizes, adult pairs will retail for $220, followed by GS, PS, TD and Crib sizes listed at $170, $90, $70 and $55 respectively.

Purchase one or for your entire family at select JB and Nike retailers starting tomorrow, Saturday, December 10th.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 11 Space Jam 2016 launch page now for more images, videos, the latest info and release details.

Images: Sneakerbistrony

Author’s Take

I?m not a big fan of the patent leather overlay?s higher placement, but, this is one of my favorite sneakers ever. I?m just glad it?s being released again and hopefully in lots of quantities.

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Yesterday, it was announced that the Air Jordan 1 High Shadow is set to return next year as part of Jordan Brand’s 2017 lineup, according to reliable sources.

Now, after a confirmation from Jordan Brand via Sneaker News, it’s reported that the ?Shadow? Air Jordan 1 will NOT release, although, the classic Royal pair is still in line to make its debut again, which made its last appearance in 2013.

Stay tuned to KicksOnFire for further updates if anything changes.

Images: FlightClub (Previous Retros)
h/t: SneakerNews

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Following an initial reveal, a closer look at the Air Jordan 4 Motorsport 2017 edition has now surfaced online.

Essentially an alternate variation of the AJ 4 Mars that debuted back in 2006, this model is simply one of the most coveted variations of the classic basketball sneaker. Donning a premium white leather construction, royal blue accents are prominent across its entirety, which simply commemorates MJ?s Motorsports team.

Pops of black are also added on the midsole, heel and lacing apparatus along its collar section to round out its distinctive palette. Furthermore, notably absent is the Mars Blackmon branding across the heel, which was on the original pair.

Retailing for $190, this pair is suggested to debut at select Nike and JB stockists starting March 26, 2017.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 4 Motorsport (2017) launch page now for more images, the latest information and release details.

Images: chickenwop_

Author’s Take

I?ll always be an advocate for this silhouette. I?ve been a fan of the colorway since its introduction and it?s nice to see that it?ll finally be released.

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The Air Jordan 8 Undefeated is expected to debut next year and follows up on the highly-coveted Air Jordan 4 which debuted in 2004.

An initial rendering of what the silhouette would look like, portrayed a similar aesthetic of the AJ 4, although, sneaker retailer, Sole NYC, has acquired a look see sample of the purported sneaker. This suggests that the model featured may or may not be the final product.

Overall, the silhouette dons a dark olive-based composition with black accents, while pops of red are implemented on the branding across its tongue, insoles and throughout the outsole.

Retailing for $190, this pair is suggested to debut at select JB and Nike stockists on January 28, 2017.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 8 Undefeated launch page now for more images, the latest info and release details.

Images: Sole NYC

Author’s Take

I?m a fan of the silhouette, as well as the LA-based brand, and this offering looks pretty solid (although I preferred the initial rendering). Nonetheless, this will obviously get the attention it deserves. Re-sale prices should be pretty high.

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The anticipation continues to build for the return of the Air Jordan 11 Space Jam which will finally be arriving at retailers this upcoming Saturday.

Releasing in OG form, as in the same pair that was worn by Michael Jordan when he came out of retirement the first time, this Air Jordan 11 will be different than any other pair we’ve ever seen hit retailers. The features that stand out the most on this pair in comparison to past releases are the higher cut on the patent leather, the “peaks” on the patent leather, the “45” branding on the heel, and the use of Concord purple on the branding instead of royal blue.

Will these new characteristics make you hold back from buying a pair or will you still cop? Retail will be $220.

Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 11 Space Jam 2016 launch page now for more images, videos, the latest info and release details.

images: Livestock

Author’s Take

My pair is on the way as we speak. I’m glad I’ll finally have the Space Jams in my collection.

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The Air Jordan 11 has been the most important seasonal Holiday offering for the past eight years, starting back in 2008 when Jordan Brand re-introduced the iconic Air Jordan 11 ?Bred?. The following year, the Space Jam Jordan 11 returned and was one of the most sought after retro releases in the brand?s history. Now with the 20th Anniversary of the movie Space Jam, the shoe returns on December 10th to honor Michael Jordan?s starring role. The pair won?t be that hard to find this year either (you can check out a number of stores that have them in stock here).

So how has Jordan Brand?s yearly special on the 1996 patent leather icon changed over the years? We?re looking back at the history of the Air Jordan 11 retro and hopefully we can see how the past will shape how Jordan Brand approaches the release of more Jordan 11s in the future. Check out the full history of each Air Jordan 11 retro ever below.

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