Jordan Brand brings back one of its most talked-about colorways with the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Shattered Backboard,” scheduled to release on August 23. First introduced in 2015, the sneaker gained immediate attention for its distinctive use of black, sail, and orange tones, a nod to the uniform Michael Jordan wore during a 1985 exhibition game in Italy where he shattered a glass backboard with a dunk.
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The Jordan 1 Shattered Backboard 2025 release lands ten years after the original and stays faithful to what made the first version so memorable. The color blocking returns unchanged, with the “Black/Black/Sail/Starfish” combination holding strong across the all-leather upper. Fans will recognize the orange panels and heel, balanced by sail overlays and black accents on the toe, collar, and laces. Jordan Brand keeps the execution true to form without any added graphics or reinterpretations.
Material quality sits at the center of the release. Like the 2015 version, this pair arrives with premium leather, delivering structure and comfort across the upper. The sockliner includes a thematic detail that connects directly to the moment behind the colorway, the shattered backboard event that inspired it all. The natural feel of the leather, combined with a clean color layout, reinforces the shoe’s connection to one of the most iconic AJ1s ever released.
The Shattered Backboard 1s design avoids unnecessary additions and leans into the strength of its original concept. Each panel follows the same layout as the first drop, and the textures offer a familiar in-hand experience. The Swoosh appears in black leather, as do the collar and laces, while the sail midsole keeps contrast sharp. A starfish orange outsole finishes the look without distracting from the upper.
Jordan Brand packages the sneaker with a box that ties into the colorway, giving buyers more than just a retro. This detail elevates the unboxing experience and marks the release as part of the ongoing 40th anniversary of the Air Jordan 1.
Retail price lands at $185 USD, slightly higher than previous versions, but consistent with other anniversary releases. The 2025 Shattered Backboard Jordans are set to release via Nike SNKRS and select retailers, with a confirmed U.S. launch on August 23 and an Asia release scheduled for August 21.
Name: Air Jordan 1 High OG “Shattered Backboard”
Colorway: Black/Black/Sail/Starfish
SKU: DZ5485-008
MSRP: $185 USD
Release Date: August 23
Where to Buy: Nike
