The Air Jordan 11 "Space Jam" is one of the smoothest sneakers ever made. The black patent leather, the icy smooth outsole, the Concord accents—everything about this shoe screams premium.
MJ first wore this colorway in the 1995 playoffs against Orlando before it ever hit retail, then made it iconic in the 1996 Space Jam movie. Since then, it's become a holiday tradition for Jordan Brand, dropping in 2000, 2009, 2016, and now returning in December 2026. If you're looking for a timeless Jordan that works year-round, this is the one. Let's get into it.
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Air Jordan 11 'Space Jam' Details
- Shoe Name: Air Jordan 11 Retro
- Official Colorway: Black/Dark Concord/White
- Style Code: TBD
- Release Date: December 12, 2026
- Retail Price: TBD (2016 retail was $220)
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Details, Lore, and More
The Air Jordan 11 "Space Jam" first appeared on Michael Jordan's feet in the 1995 Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Orlando Magic, before it ever released to the public. It gained the "Space Jam" name from its on-screen role in the 1996 film where MJ wore this black, patent-leather AJ11 colorway.
The original on-court/movie pair never released at retail in the 90s—the first public Space Jam 11 release came as a retro in December 2000.
The design features a black ballistic mesh upper, black patent leather mudguard, white midsole, and icy translucent outsole. According to Sneaker Bar Detroit, the 2016 retro featured higher-cut patent leather to more closely match MJ's original 1995 pairs, along with Concord-colored Jumpman branding and Nike Air-branded insoles.
The 2016 version also featured a stitched "45" on the heel instead of the traditional "23," nodding to MJ's post-baseball jersey number.
Since that first 2000 retro, the Space Jam 11 has dropped in 2009 as a huge holiday release and again in 2016 as a "remastered" version celebrating the film's 20th anniversary. In 2024, Jordan Brand released the first official low-top versions using the Space Jam color blocking. Now, December 12, 2026 marks the next major holiday return for one of the most iconic colorways in Jordan history.
Where To Buy
The Air Jordan 11 "Space Jam" is expected to release December 12, 2026, via Nike SNKRS, Nike.com, and select Jordan Brand retailers globally. Expect this to be a major holiday drop with wide availability at standard accounts like Foot Locker, Finish Line, Champs Sports, and Hibbett.
For previous releases, platforms like StockX and GOAT carry 2016 pairs with men's sizes typically sitting around the low-to-mid $300s, with recent sale averages near $370. The 2024 lows and kids' sizes are also available at various price points.
Where Do I Cop?
For the December 2026 drop, your best bet is hitting Nike SNKRS early on release day. Enter raffles at boutiques and Jordan Brand accounts in the days leading up—Space Jam 11s are always in high demand despite wider production runs.
If you can't wait for the 2026 release, 2016 pairs are available on StockX and GOAT with prices ranging from around $220 to $600 depending on size and condition. The 2024 lows offer a more affordable entry point if you're flexible on the silhouette.
The Air Jordan 11 "Space Jam" is the definition of a grail that keeps coming back. From MJ's playoff run to the movie to multiple holiday retros, this shoe has earned its place in sneaker history. The December 12, 2026 drop gives you another shot at owning one of the cleanest 11s ever made. Hit SNKRS, enter raffles, and don't sleep—these never last long. Check out more sneaker content below.