Jay-Z Sits Courtside in Off-White x Air Jordan Sneakers
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There is never a shortage of star power in Tinsel Town, and that is especially true for NBA games. Last night, the Los Angeles Lakers completed a come-from-behind victory over the Los Angeles Clippers thanks to a monster fourth-quarter performance by LeBron James.
Of all the games to attend, recording artist and media mogul Jay-Z picked the right matchup. Cameras caught the 54-year-old legend sitting courtside in a pair of rare Air Jordan sneakers. Fans of Jay-Z have speculated about his sneakers lately, as he is no longer affiliated with PUMA and has been spotted wearing his retro Reeboks.
However, it appears the music icon is still a sneaker free agent for now. Below is a detailed look at his kicks from Wednesday night and how to find affordable alternatives online.
Off-White x Air Jordan 1 'Chicago'
Jay-Z wears the Off-White x Air Jordan 1.
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On Wednesday night, Jay-Z wore the Off-White x Air Jordan 1 in the 'Chicago' colorway. The sneakers were released in limited numbers in November 2017 for $190 and now go for north of $5,000 on resale websites.
The collaboration between Off-White and Jordan Brand was the first time Virgil Abloh, founder of the Milan-based fashion label, teamed up with Jumpman. The two partners would release several projects together before Abloh's untimely passing in 2021.
The colorway featured the iconic red, white, and black Chicago Bulls colors but with some notable differences from the OG model. Messages like "Air," "Shoelaces," and "85" were printed on the shoes to give them a deconstructed aesthetic. The design helped usher in an era of unassuming, dressed-down sneakers and fashion.
Fans who want to buy some sneakers without spending an arm and a leg can choose from a wide variety of retro Air Jordans at retail prices on the Nike website. Let's hope we get to see more of 'HOV' at NBA games this spring and even more heat on his feet. Stay locked into FanNationKicks.com for all your footwear news.
