2021 Retro Air Jordan 12 Flu Game Basketball Shoes
The Air Jordan 12 “Flu Game” is a black and red version of Michael Jordan’s twelfth signature shoe. The Air Jordan 12 is another iconic model that Michael Jordan wore during 1996-1997 NBA season. Battling flu-like symptoms, Jordan lead the Bulls to a 3-2 series lead over the Utah Jazz with 38 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block. Previously retroed in 2003 and 2009, this 2016 version stays faithful to the OG design with its black tumbled leather upper and varsity red on the mudguard and outsole.
Inspired by wingtip dress shoes and Japan’s rising sun flag, the Air Jordan 12 proved both smooth and spirited when it debuted during the 1996-97 NBA season. Flipping the iconic black and red colors of the OG, this take on the Air Jordan 12 puts a subtle color twist on the classic model. The shoe features a genuine red suede upper, an OG faux lizard-print mudguard, a woven label and is topped off with matte chrome finishes on the eyelets. Over the course of the last 30 plus years, the basketball icon and the noted Nike designer have shifted styles thanks to their timeless work together. When it comes to decadence and durability, not many shoes have lasted the test of time quite like the Air Jordan 12.
The Air Jordan 12 Retro “Flu Game” 2016 celebrates Michael Jordan’s legendary performance in Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals. Worn by Jordan on the campaign for his fifth NBA championship, the Tinker creation outfitted MJ for the memorable “Flu Game” in Utah. In the years since staking its claim in hoops history, the Air Jordan 12 has continued to transcend culture and fashion through retro releases. Despite his condition, he was able to lead the Chicago Bulls to victory over the Utah Jazz. These shoes remain as one of the most memorable Air Jordan 12’s to date. Inspired by Michael Jordan’s performance while he suffered from flu-like symptoms during Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals, this new model with a “Reverse Flu Game” colorway will be sure to thrill any basketball fan.
