Jordan 12 Retro Flu Game (2025)

Jordan 12 Retro 'Flu Game' (2025) – Black / Varsity Red

The Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Flu Game' draws its name from one of basketball's most iconic moments: Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals, when Michael Jordan—battling severe flu-like symptoms—scored 38 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a critical victory over the Utah Jazz. The black and red Air Jordan 12s he wore that night became symbols of determination, cementing the colorway's place in sneaker history.

First released in 1997 and retroed in 2003, 2009, and 2016, this 2025 edition marks the fifth return of the silhouette. Jordan Brand updated the shape for this iteration and restored OG branding details, including the Nike Air logo on the insoles and the Nike Air branding on the box—keeping it faithful to the original rather than the 'Reimagined' treatment. The upper features black tumbled leather, with Varsity Red appearing across the textured mudguard, midsole, Jumpman branding, and heel. Additional construction details include a carbon fiber shank plate and a Red and Black rubber outsole. The tongue carries the signature 'Two 3' embroidery.

Details

• Style Code: CT8013-002
• Colorway: Black / Varsity Red
• Release Date: March 1, 2025
• Silhouette: Air Jordan 12 Retro
• Upper: Black tumbled leather
• Accents: Varsity Red mudguard, midsole, Jumpman logo, and heel
• Notable Details: 'Two 3' tongue embroidery, carbon fiber shank plate, Nike Air insole branding
• Gender: Men's (full-family sizing released)