Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Shattered Backboard” Arrives This Saturday

Who knew that a little known exhibition game from 1985 would become an Air Jordan 1 release 30 years later? Perhaps the Nike/Jordan Brand folks have actually had this idea in the can for quite awhile; regardless of the time frame, it makes for one of the more unique colorway inspirations we’ve seen.

During that game, a then 22-year old Michael Jordan weaved a tapestry of what would become signature moves and punctuated them with a shattered backboard off of one of his leaner dunks, pouring glass on the opposing players in tow. The Shattered Backboard 1 brings back the colors from the uniform MJ wore that game and includes a broken glass motif printed on each insole.

Take another close look below – including some highlights from the exhibition game – and get ready to nab a pair this Saturday, June 27th. Retail price is $160.

Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard”
Color: Black/White-Team Orange
Style Code: 555088-005
Release Date: June 27, 2015
Price: $160

Source: Rock City Kicks