Colorway: White/Midnight Navy-Metallic Silver-Varsity Red
Style Code: 136085-161
The Jordan 1 was released in 1985 kicking off not only the greatest legacy in sneakers, but also the greatest legacy in basketball history.The first round, third overall pick, Michael Jordan, was selected by the Chicago Bulls in the Draft the NBA in 1984. Jordan excelled in college basketball in North Carolina and helped lead Team USA to a gold medal at the 1984 Olympic Games.Wearing the Air Jordan 1, Michael Jordan soared in his rookie year.Nike, a brand with last minute problems in the basketball market, saw the potential in Michael Jordan as player and a marketing icon and was signed immediately.
