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nike air jordan IV | The air jordan 8 retro bg aqua “Flu Game” Is Back In 2025

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The air jordan 8 retro bg aqua “Flu Game” Is Back In 2025

nike wmns air jordan 1 mid atmosphere grey pale ivory: New images of the air jordan 8 retro bg aqua “Flu Game” have surfaced. Early on, the energy surrounding the Flu Game 12s is high as the shoes are considered amongst the greatest original colorways in Jordan history.

The iconic air jordan 8 retro bg aqua “Flu Game” is indeed dropping this AIR, contributing to a mammoth list of new Jordans nike air jordan IV air jordan 1 retro high white vachetta tan will be hitting stores this AIR. Here’s a first look at the 2025 release, as well as everything you need to know.

Pictured Chicago is a first look at the air jordan 8 retro bg aqua “Flu Game”; as you can see, not much has changed from the original release, which is exactly what Jordan fans want. True shape, colors, and materials are the only required ingredients; the legend itself does the talking. Currently, a release date for the Flu Games have not yet been confirmed.

A History Of The Flu Game

The actual “Flu Game” came during Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals. Michael Jordan was clearly ill during the game as he needed help even walking to the bench during game stoppage. He was regularly Retros taking rest, bent over and holding himself up bent over and propping himself up by his knees. On the bench, he had a towel over his head, desperately drinking Gatorade to replenish much-needed fluids.

Legend has it, Jordan had some food poisoning the night before via some tainted pizza that was delivered to the hotel from a local joint. Other rumors point to MJ’s gambling habit as the culprit for what was more of a hangover than a flu. Only Jordan knows the real story, but what the public witnessed was 38 points, 7 boards, 5 assists, 3 steals in a close Game 5 win.

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Jordan 12 Flu Game Release History

The air jordan 8 retro bg aqua “Flu Game” originally released in 1997. The first-ever Retro release arrived in 2003 in true form. In 2009, Jordan Brand injected so storytelling into the design, changing the upper to suede and adding some emoji-like details that reflected MJ’s illness. The last known release came in 2016.

Where To Buy The Flu Game 12s

The Flu Games are releasing in 2025. As of January 2025, a firm release date has not yet been revealed. The shoes will be available on SNKRS and Jordan retailers globally in full family sizes.

WHERE TO BUY

Mens air jordan 8 retro bg aqua "Flu Game"

SKU:CT8013-002
RETAIL PRICE:$210
RELEASE DATE:Air Jordan 5 Retro Raging Bull Varsity Red Black White Big Kid

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