The Air Jordan 12 ‘Flu Game’ is another pair that will return in 2016. As many of you know, 2016 celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Jordan 12 and this is one of a few classic releases set to return.
While each Jordan 12 is unique, the Flu Game edition actually is special and has some added history. Michael Jordan wore this pair during the finals where his team, the Chicago Bulls played against the Utah Jazz. Before the start in game 5 of the series, Jordan came down with flu like symptoms. Even though he was very sick, he still went on to play and scored 38 points. The bulls would go on to win that game 90 to 88.
Air Jordan 12 Flu Game 2016 Details
The Flu Game Air Jordan 12 originally released in 1997. In 2003, the shoes released once again which was the first time this pair retrod. The last release came in 2009 which was on the limited side, but differed from the OG and first retro. This time the shoes had a special insignia by the heel that referenced the game.
For 2016, the Flu Games are said to be remastered, so we hope that the quality stands high compared to these past releases that Jordan Brand has been releasing. Using Black leather on the uppers, Varsity Red is then added through the mudguard that extends to the sole. Each pair will come with original packaging along with a retro card.
Air Jordan 12 Flu Game 2016 Release Date
The ‘Flu Game’ Air Jordan 12 will release on May 28th, 2016 at Jordan Brand retailers. Retail price will be the now standard $190. Below you can see a group shot of 2016 Kids Jordan 12 releases with one of them being the Air Jordan 12 Flu Game. We also have additional images of the 2003 release just to refresh your memory.
Air Jordan 12 Flu Game
Colorway: Black/Varsity Red
Release Date: May 28, 2016
Retail: $190
Product Number: 130690-002
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Air Jordan 12 Flu Game 2016 Video Review
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Update: Nike has leaked the official images for the 2016 Flu Game Air Jordan 12 retro.
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Update: The 2016 edition of the Flu Game Air Jordan 12 that sports the iconic Black and Red theme will debut towards the end of May. Our latest look was provided by Shoe Palace and J23App.
Update: See the latest photos of the Air Jordan 12 ‘Flu Game’ aka ‘Bred’ that will debut late May.
Update: Yet another detailed look at the ‘Flu Game’ Air Jordan 12. Are you feeling them?
Update: Here is the latest photos of the Air Jordan 12 ‘Flu Game’ from us11hustla. Expect this pair to drop on May 28th, 2016.
Update: Following our first look at the ‘Flu Game’ Air Jordan 12, we now have a detailed look. Like most of you expected, the Flu Game edition will also release with the original packaging.
Update: Here is our first look at the ‘Flu Game’ Air Jordan 12 that is set to release on May 28th, 2016. Releasing true to form, expect more images to leak in the coming days.
Update: We just received confirmation that the Air Jordan 12 ‘Flu Game’ will release on May 28th, 2016. Retail price will also be $190.
Update: From out inside source, we received a tip that the ‘Flu Game’ Air Jordan 12 will release at Jordan Brand retailers on May 28th, 2016. A retail price was not given, however we expect them to cost you $190. Since this is a rumor, a release could change. Jordan Brand could shake things up and release them on June 11th, which is the day the actual Flu Game took place in 1997. Furthermore, June 11th, 2016 falls on a Saturday which would line up with the typical highly sought after retros.
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If they even think about putting nubuck on these, I hope their grandkids grandkids all burn in hell.
Leather uppers or a no buy for me!
Still a no buy, even with leather uppers. It looks like a cheap knock off imitation. Og look like a boot. Retro look like a elongated smashed down elf version of the OG 12s. Easy pass and for $200 (after tax), they can collect dust.
That price tag does suck. Not a fan of it. Not a fan of any of these retro prices honestly.
They look nothing alike, and the 2016 looks cheaper than the 1997 Originals which used to cost $135. Now they jack up the price to $190 well if you factor in the tax its $200, once again every retro 12 looks off shape. Just look at the overall shape and height of the shoes, the type of leather, the amount of leather cut, the shade of red, the thickness of the laces, even the lizard print looks shape- the 2016 look like elf (cut corners on cost). The ankle collar is probably not going to have the same padding and the shape is also off (it supposed to be V shape not C shape). Even the slit gills doesn’t have that gummy bear type feel. There is no contrast of red near the heel of the shoes where you can see the jumpman tab. The spacing between the lace holes supposed to be closer (another sign they cut corners on cost).The pull tab is smaller than the OGs. They said it supposed to be a remastered version of the Originals, they failed. They are even mocking us with Jordan Brand version of a the Nike box they used to come originally. I will say this, no retro 12 looks anything like the Originals 12. To their credit at least they are more concerned with the jumpman logo stitching more than anything else.
In conclusion, I will pass and hopefully everyone will let them sit on the shelves to collect dust. For $200, I better get OGs. Not some horrible attempt cheap imitation version.
Glue galore on the seams. Remastered my ass SMFH
i like the shoe but the xii is too heavy for me since i am a damn midget so i am passing just for fact i can’t really rock em!
finally coming!