The Drop
The Jordan 12 Retro Playoffs dropped in 2022 as a faithful homage to MJ's 1997 Finals run against Utah—the original "Flu Game" postseason. This black leather build with varsity red accents and taxi-yellow branding captures the peak of late-90s Bulls dominance. It's one of those OG colorways that Jordan Brand knows it can't mess up, so they keep it close to the blueprint.
Resell Verdict
Currently trading around $259, which sits just above retail but well below hype-tier Jordan releases. Ask prices swing from $161 to $587 depending on size and seller delusion, but realistic flips land in the mid-$200s. With 200 weekly orders, there's steady demand but no explosive growth—it's a stable hold, not a moonshot. Gut check: solid brick-and-mortar flip, aber kein Goldesel.
Fake Tells
- ▸Tumbled leather quality: Reps often use overly-smooth or plasticky leather instead of the proper tumbled grain
- ▸Stitching on mudguard panels: Authentic pairs have tight, evenly-spaced stitching; fakes show loose or wandering thread
- ▸Jumpman tongue embroidery: Check for clean edges and proper proportions—bootlegs tend to have fat or off-center logos
Who It's For
This is for the collector who wants a wearable piece of Finals history without paying Trophy Room tax, or the reseller moving volume on a proven classic. Perfect for casual flexing or someone building out their Bulls-era rotation.
Sizing & Fit
The 12 runs true to size for most, though wide-footers often report a snug midfoot due to the leather upper's structure.
