Nike Drops Air Jordan 3 'Brazil' and 'World's Best' May 16
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- Nike reissues the Air Jordan 3 Retro — the silhouette Michael Jordan wore when he won his first MVP — in new "Brazil" and "World's Best" colorways, both dropping Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. ET.
- The "Brazil" colorway is inspired by the Brazilian National Football Team, featuring racer blue, blue void, varsity maize, and lucky green, and is priced at $225.
- The "World's Best" colorway is a Father's Day design in sail, university red, pale ivory, and black, priced at $215.
- Both Air Jordan 3 Retro OG sneakers launch in unisex sizing, built with premium and synthetic leather uppers, foam midsoles for cushioning, and solid rubber outsoles for traction.
- Nike Members get free shipping on orders over $50, while non-members need to clear $75 to qualify for free shipping.
Why it matters: The $215–$225 Air Jordan 3 reissue ties Michael Jordan's first-MVP silhouette to two distinct cultural moments — Brazilian football and Father's Day — letting Nike hit both sneaker collectors and last-minute gift-shoppers in a single May 16 drop.
