“Banned”
A low-top take on a controversial 2011 release, the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Banned” drops May 2nd via Nike SNKRS and select retailers. Full family sizing will be available, priced at $145 for adults. See our Where to Buy section just ahead for purchase links, followed by detailed images and a deeper backstory behind the pair. WHERE TO BUY Mens Air Jordan 1 Low OG "Banned" SKU: IW6276-001 RETAIL PRICE: $145 RELEASE DATE: May 2, 2026 US 05/02/2026 Saturday Powered By: Retailer Release type Status Nike SNKRS Standard Check Site Show All Releases Get on the Where to Buy list Like many Jordans, the story here traces back to the mid-‘80s. On October 18th, 1984, Michael Jordan wore black and red Nike sneakers during an NBA game, a violation of the league’s dress code punishable by a $5,000 fine per occurrence. The sneaker in question? The Nike Air Ship. But with the soon-to-be revolutionary Air Jordan 1 waiting in the wings, Nike saw an opportunity to lean into the rule-breaking. While the Air Ship was the actual offender, the Air Jordan 1 went on to hijack the narrative, marketed as the shoe so dope it was “banned” from the game. The stunt is believed to have cost Nike a total of $100,000, a small price to pay considering the Jordan 1 generated $126 million in 1985 alone. In 2011, that foundational piece of Jordan Brand history served as inspiration for a black and red (“Bred”) Air Jordan 1 High release, complete with X’s on the heel, special packaging, and unique markings on the inso
