When Michael Jordan went out and won his fifth NBA title back in 1997, he was wearing the Air Jordan 12. Specifically, he was wearing a black and red pair that would eventually be nicknamed the "Flu Game" colorway thanks to the fact that he wore them while playing the game of his life while battling a stomach bug. Over the years, we have seen this pair get a few retro releases here and there, and now, the "Flu Game" model is being hit with a gorgeous reverse model.
Unlike the OG, this shoe is actually covered in suede. Where the black leather would be, we now get red, while the red part is now black, hence the reverse nomenclature. This is a shoe that immediately pops and as a result, fans have been waiting on these ever since the initial images were leaked on social media a few months back. If you're a Bulls fan, these could be a great addition to your collection.
As for the release date, you can expect these to drop for $190 USD on December 26th of this year. The drop date is subject to change so keep it locked to HNHH for any potential changes.
Air Jordan 12 "Reverse Flu Game" Officially Unveiled: Photos
Air Jordan 12 "Reverse Flu Game" Officially Unveiled: Photos
Image via Nike
Air Jordan 12 "Reverse Flu Game" Officially Unveiled: Photos
Image via Nike
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Alexander Cole is the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. It was here where he began to hone his craft, putting his journalism degree from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, to good use.
Since that time, he has documented some of the biggest stories in the hip-hop world. From the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef to the disturbing allegations against Diddy, Alex has helped HotNewHipHop navigate large-scale stories as they happen.
In 2021, he went to the Bahamas for the Big 3's Championship Game. It was here where he got to interview legendary figures like Ice Cube, Clyde Drexler, and Stephen Jackson. He has also interviewed other superstar athletes such as Antonio Brown, Damian Lillard, and Paul Pierce. This is in addition to conversations with social media provocateurs like Jake Paul, and younger respected artists like Kaycyy, Lil Tecca, and Jeleel!
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