As Jordan Brand looks ahead to the year 2025, it's clear that they have big plans in store for sneakerheads around the globe. With a number of key anniversary milestones coinciding next year, it seems that 2025 could be among the best years for Jordan Brand in recent memory, and perhaps even a much-needed comeback.
One of the most highly anticipated releases for 2025 is the return of the Air Jordan 5 "Black Metallic", which is sure to have fans of the classic silhouette lining up for a chance to cop a pair. This iconic colorway last released in 2016, so it's been a long time coming for those who missed out the first time around.
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But that's not all - another fan-favorite is set to make a comeback in 2025 as well. The Air Jordan 12 "Flu Game," which famously debuted during the 1997 NBA Finals when Michael Jordan battled through a severe case of the flu to lead the Chicago Bulls to victory, is sure to be one of the most sought-after releases of the year.
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And now, it's been reported that the Air Jordan 9 "Cool Grey" (HV4794-011) will also see a release in Spring 2025. While not an original colorway, anything "Cool Grey" has held comparable esteem among sneakerheads, and this particular iteration of the Air Jordan 9 is especially significant.
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First debuting on the Air Jordan 11 in 2001, the "Cool Grey" colorway quickly became a fan favorite. Jordan Brand later interpreted that neutral color scheme onto the Air Jordan 9, making the Cool Grey Jordan 9 the only instance in which Michael Jordan himself wore the ninth model in an NBA game. He did so during a pre-season game as a member of the Washington Wizards, adding to the shoe's lore and mystique.
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The Cool Grey 9s later released again in 2012, but it's been over a dozen years since this classic colorway has seen the light of day. Now, with the upcoming release in 2025, fans of the shoe can finally get their hands on a pair and add them to their collection. All in all, it's shaping up to be an exciting year for Jordan Brand in 2025, with a number of highly anticipated releases on the horizon. Sneakerheads around the world are sure to be counting down the days until they can get their hands on these iconic shoes.
