Air Jordan 9 ‘Space Jam': OG Packaging, Release Details & What to Expect
Not every OG Jordan released during Michael Jordan's playing days actually touched the hardwood. Some, like the "True Blue" Air Jordan 3s, became hood staples. Others, like the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" (Style Code: HV4794-106), became TV and movie legends instead.
I still remember spotting a black-and-white pair of AJ9s on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. So let me get in my Will Smith bag for a second:
"This is a story all about how the "Space Jam" 9s are about to touch back down. I'd like to take a minute, just sit right there, and talk release date, price, and what you should wear."
Key Facts At A Glance
Category | Details |
Model | Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" |
Style Code | HV4794-106 |
Colorway | White / Black / True Red |
Era | Michael Jordan First Retirement Era |
Retail Price | $215 |
Where to Buy | Nike SNKRS, JD Sports, Finish Line, Shoe Palace and select retailers |
Why the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" Will Always Matter
After winning his third NBA championship, Michael Jordan walked away from professional basketball. His absence left a massive void in sports culture - thankfully, his sneaker legacy never stopped moving. The Air Jordan 9 silhouette debuted during MJ's first retirement from basketball.
The Air Jordan 9 has been everywhere except an NBA game. MJ's iconic United Center statue wears AJ9s, and he also rocked the White, Black, and True Red masterpieces in the 1996 cult-classic Space Jam film. Who needs the court when you've got culture?
Nike Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam"
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• $215 USD
• Returning Fall 2026
Pictured: worn by Tupac (1993) pic.twitter.com/XGeuCBs3sT
This upcoming release is about more than leather panels, red accents, and Jumpman branding - this is the return of a giant that still looks cleaner than a brand-new white tee in summertime Chicago. Let's talk release details.
When Do the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" Release and Where Can You Buy Them?
According to Insane Sneaker, the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" is now expected to release on August 29, 2026, after previous reports had the pair scheduled for an earlier launch in the same month. Arriving under style code HV4794-106, the retro is expected to retail for $215 via Nike SNKRS and select Jordan Brand retailers.
Even better for longtime sneakerheads, the release is also expected to return with the classic MJ face box packaging - a detail that instantly pushes the nostalgia factor even higher for collectors who remember the original era.
Clean, straightforward, and timeless, the high-top pairs a black-and-white upper with subtle True Red accents, proving once again that some Jordans never needed loud colors to leave a lasting impact.
How Hard Will the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" Be To Get?
Jordan Brand has done a solid job keeping most of its 2026 releases relatively stocked outside of limited-edition pairs like the Air Jordan 5 "Wolf Grey." But the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" could be a different story.
With the retro returning during the 30th anniversary celebration of the Space Jam era, Jordan Brand could keep first-run stock numbers tighter than expected. Especially with the Air Jordan 11 "Space Jam" officially returning later this holiday season too.
If you're serious about securing a pair, stay alert for raffles, retailer draws, and early access links. Sneakerheads want them for the history, collectors want them for the nostalgia, and movie fans still view Space Jam as one of sneaker culture's defining films.
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This story was originally published May 26, 2026 at 8:15 AM.