Tag: michael jordan
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Opinion: Air Jordan 9 Retro 'Militia Green' is 'quite cool'
The Air Jordan IX is that one numbered Jordan that was released for the first time during Michael Jordan 's first retirement. Like Jay Z, he got bored and came back. So, do I think...
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Former Bearcat hooper reveals 'Shining Star' Air Jordan XX Retro 'Black Cat'
This is basically common knowledge now for Michael Jordan aficionados -- MJ was often called the "Black Cat" amongst his teammates and closest friends in basketball. Of course, complexion and race set aside for a...
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Sole Collector takes on 'Best Air Jordans' since 1985 series debut
It's no secret that the Air Jordan signature line of shoes is considered the best and most famous series of basketball shoes ever created. It's not even close. Nike and Michael Jordan together changed the...
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Commentary: Air Jordan MTM Pack is luxurious, but falls short
The price for the Air Jordan MTM Pack is reportedly $700. I am not joking. MTM stands for Michael Jordan, Mark Parker and Tinker Hatfield -- the chief design minds of Brand Jordan -- and...
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Appreciate LeBron James in 'The Now'
Image courtesy of Eric Kilby/Flick r . There is a longing for the past that exists among not only sports fans, but all members of society. A nostalgia for a time long gone, solely existing...
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5 Reasons Why LeBron Can't Match Up to Magic Johnson
Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . Before I get into this story, let me preface this by saying that I am not a LeBron James fan. I’ve come to find out that when you speak...
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Is LeBron's "Secret Motivation" Retirement?
Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . First things first: I don't have any sources. I don't have any sort of insider information. I've never claimed to be a basketball expert either. What I am is...
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Commentary: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Varsity Red' returns 'remastered'
It goes without saying that the Nike Air Jordan I is arguably the most iconic sneaker in basketball history. With all due respect to the Converse All-Star Chuck Taylor, the Air Jordan I changed the...
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NBA Playoffs: Legacy Watch
Image courtesy of Erik Drost/Flickr . We're down to the NBA's Final Four -- a foursome that is equally as predictable as it is surprising, if that makes any bit of sense -- and that...
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It's not 'True Red', it's BRED: Air Jordan 11 Retro Low
Listen, I don't care what fancy name Jordan Brand gave the color red now (which is "True Red", and I will ignore it throughout this post). The Air Jordan 11 Retro Low 'BRED' is dropping...
