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Michael Jordan Wears Classic Air Jordans at NBA Game

NBA legend Michael Jordan wore affordable Air Jordan sneakers at a Charlotte Hornets game.

Pat Benson

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Friday night's NBA game between the Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic was not especially memorable for hoops fans. However, the Hornets' lopsided loss did give fans two new subjects to fawn over, thanks to Michael Jordan sitting courtside.

The greatest player of all time is quickly becoming an internet meme once again after cameras caught his disheartened expression on the floor. But more importantly, we got to see which Air Jordan sneakers the Hall of Famer is rocking nowadays.

Frugal fans will be happy to know that "His Airness" is not above wearing affordable kicks. Jordan wore the Air Jordan 1 Low in the 'Triple White' colorway. The shoes cost $110 in adult sizes on the Nike website.

The first installment of Jordan's legendary sneaker line instantly became a hit upon its release in 1985 and never wavered in popularity. The unmistakable silhouette has been reimagined in every color possible, but it is tough to beat a pair of all-white Air Jordan 1 Low sneakers. Below is everything fans must know about the classic hoop shoes.

Air Jordan 1 Low

View of white Air Jordan shoes.
Side view of the Air Jordan 1 Low / Nike

The Air Jordan 1 Low features a genuine leather upper that offers durability without sacrificing its premium look. An encapsulated Air-Sole unit provides lightweight cushioning, while the rubber outsole has a traction pattern that is still considered legendary among hoopers.

There are currently a handful of colorways available on the Nike website, and fans cannot go wrong with any version of the iconic sneaker. The blend of high-end materials and sleek design make the model perfect to wear on almost any occasion.

It has been almost 40 years since the Air Jordan 1 changed sneaker history, and the legendary model still remains a staple in the rotation of sneakerheads everywhere - and that includes Jordan himself.

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Pat Benson
PAT BENSON

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Sports Illustrated's FanNation. Previously, he has reported on the NBA, authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)," and interviewed some of the biggest names in the sports world. You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.

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