Jordan Brand Readies Release Of Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Bucks’

The throwback sneaker recreation stays common, as one of many sneakers Ray Allen wore throughout his basketball profession, the Air Jordan 12 Retro “Bucks,” is returning 30 years after its debut.

According to Anthlon Sports, the expected launch date for the “Bucks” is Sept. 19, 2026, at a worth of $205. Allen, who was a member of the Milwaukee Bucks when he was drafted into the NBA in 1996, signed with Jordan Brand the next yr and was hand-picked by Michael Jordan, together with Derek Anderson, Vin Baker, Michael Finley, and Eddie Jones, as the primary wave of gamers endorsed by the model.

The sneaker is anticipated to be launched within the Bucks’ green-and-white colour scheme.

When the shoe is launched, it may be bought from Nike SNKRS and choose Jordan Brand retailers like Foot Locker, Finish Line, Hibbett, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

This information comes on the heels of Nike announcing that one other common sneaker, the Nike Air Force 1, will launch a particular version celebrating Atlanta hip-hop group OutKast. The sneaker additionally celebrates the thirtieth anniversary of the discharge of their second album, ATLiens. According to Sneaker Files, the shoe is aptly named The Nike Air Force 1 ATLiens, and though no official date has been introduced, it’s anticipated to be launched in Fall 2026. ATLiens was launched Aug. 27, 1996. The two-times platinum album peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Top 200 chart whereas scoring No. 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums in 1996.

Sneaker Files reported that the sneaker could have a black, vivid purple, deep evening white, barely volt, and desert bronze colour scheme. The colorway would match the colourful colours proven on the ATLiens album cowl. The media outlet additionally famous that it’s not an “official collaboration” with OutKast members Big Boi and André 3000, however somewhat a tribute launch.

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