Days after word spread that Nike is planning to bring back the timeless Air Jordan 4 “Bred” in 2026, it’s now being reported that Nike will also be resurrecting another classic that hasn’t been seen in almost a decade.
According to Sneaker Files, the Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam” is rumored to be re-releasing for the holiday season of 2026 in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the classic Michael Jordan film, *Space Jam*.
This news was a jolt to sneakerheads who had been calling 2026 a lackluster year for sneaker releases. Aside from a few Air Jordan 4 retros such as the “Tour Yellow,” “Toro Bravo,” and, of course, the OG “Bred,” the announced drops have been less than stellar.
The only question that remains for the Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam” is whether it will mirror the 2016 release—which featured a higher cut on the patent leather along with a “45” on the heel tab—or if it will follow its predecessors from previous years, which fans preferred due to their closer resemblance to the original 1996 release.
Per Sneaker Files:
> “While I can confirm the ‘Space Jam’ Air Jordan 11 will return during the Holiday 2026 season, specific details are unknown. I can’t confirm whether the 2026 pair will have Michael Jordan’s number 23 or 45 (likely 23), a lower-cut patent leather, or whether it will feature the Concord or Blue colorway. However, I will have more information soon and will keep you updated as I receive more details.”
Regardless of which details Jordan Brand and Nike decide to go with, these kicks are sure to fly off shelves once the release date approaches.
With the hype that moved the Air Jordan 4 “Black Cat” on Black Friday and the growing excitement around the Air Jordan 11 “Gamma” set to release this weekend, you can bet that sneakerheads will be lining up to cop a pair of the “Space Jams” next holiday season.
What do you think about the Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam” making a return in 2026? Which details would you like Nike to go with—number 23 or 45? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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