In addition the official announcement of the Jordan CP3.IV T23, an Air Jordan V T23 edition has also been announced officially with the launch of the Jordan Tokyo 23 website. This special edition Air Jordan V which features a nearly all yellow body should remind most Jordan fans of the Air Jordan IV Lightning from a few years back. But this AJV actually goes with the overall theme of the Jordan Tokyo 23 tournament scheduled May 28 and May 29 in Yoyogi Park. Unfortunately worldwide Jordan fans will probably have to pick up a pair on eBay as both the CP3.IV T23 and the Air Jordan V T23 are currently only scheduled for Japan release.

Jordan Brand just announced three new colorways of the Air Jordan 2011 scheduled to drop on April 30th, 2011. All three have been seen the past few weeks for early Air Jordan sellers but the same sellers were unable to provide any details during those showcases. So be on the look out for the three this coming April 30th, 2011.

Happy Silver Anniversary to Michael Jordan’s 63-point performance against the Boston Celtics during the ’86 Playoffs. MJ dropped 49 points in a magnificent Game 1 performance, and followed that up with an encore presentation of 63 big ones against a team that wanted nothing to do with the second-year player on defense. The Celtics still won that game and eventually knocked the Bulls out of contention, but the world stood still to witness a rising superstar that Larry Bird compared to God. Just two years ago, Jordan Brand honored MJ’s 63-point milestone by releasing the Air Jordan 1 ’60+’, which featured two pairs of the Air Jordan 1 in the original Black/Red colorway as well as a Celtics inspired Green/White/Black version. via ChicagoTribune / Turner.

Eight years ago today, Michael Jordan played in his final NBA game. It was the last moment in the most storied career in NBA history, and everyone in attendance, including the opponents, knew they were a part of a special moment in NBA history. Michael, who was on the bench and unlikely to enter the game, was re-inserted into the line-up by coach Doug Collins with 2:35 left in the fourth quarter after the crowd of 20,000+ chanted Michael’s name. The Wizards and their opponents, the Philadelphia 76ers, exchanged intentional fouls to give Michael one last moment in the limelight before bowing out for good. The fans reciprocated with a 3-minute standing ovation as a final farewell and thank you to the greatest to ever play the game. Let us know what your favorite MJ game is and check out NBA.com for more on Michael’s Final Game.

Scottie Pippen, the long-time wingman of Michael Jordan and fellow six-time NBA champion, was honored with a bronze statue that featured a painted jersey, armband, and hair. The unveiling of the statue occurred during halftime of Chicago’s match-up against the Boston Celtics on April 7th, and will continue to be on display at the United Center for all of the stadium’s events. Pippen’s departure from Chicago wasn’t particularly friendly, as he had a rocky relationship with then Bulls GM Jerry Krause, but his return to Chicago was a welcome one as he was named by now-GM John Paxson as ‘team ambassador’. Pippen’s doing something right, because the Bulls are currently atop the Eastern Conference and look to add a seventh Championship banner this June. via Yahoo!.

Chris Paul is one of the prized free agents of the 2012 NBA offseason. Any chance he’ll join his hometown Charlotte Bobcats, a franchise owned in part by Michael Jordan? Chris Paul is already under Jordan’s umbrella as he is one of the primary athletes of Jordan Brand, and in recent interviews with the star point-guard regarding the annual Jordan Brand Classic, Paul responded to questions about joining Charlotte with “It would definitely be something to think about”. Since then, CP3 has clarified his statements and reiterated his desire to win with his current team, the New Orleans Hornets. CP3 back at home in a Bobcats uniform? What you think? via Hoopsvibe/SBnation.

The Air Jordan II is some what of a cult favorite with a select group of sneakerheads who love the second signature sneaker of Michael Jordan while others have pretty much dismissed it. So it’s interesting that Jordan Brand is upgrading the II with a full length Visible Max Air Unit giving the sneaker some additional bounce and a new profile. Jordan Brand has not officially talked about this sneaker nor has a release date been revealed but a few early bird sites including Kicks Lab has select sizes available for those who can’t wait.

The Nike SB Dunk Low inspired by the Air Jordan XI Space Jam has has been rumored for a while now and this past week, the first real images of the shoes finally surfaced. Kix-Files did a great comparison recently to better prove the inspiration of the Space Jam on the Nike SB Dunk Low.

Here’s a fairly rare Air Jordan 1 listed by Sole Supreme on eBay, we call it rare since it’s not one of the more popular colorways. This pair is new but looks pretty beat up from the age but still listed at $450 on eBay.

Amare was seen in the Air Jordan 13 Playoff during the filming of the “Go NY Go” commercial. Via SN/Dr Jays/Complex