Michael Jordan never wore the Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” in an NBA game, but collectors don’t hold that against the original colorway. It’s considered one of the best editions of the 1988 model, behind only the “Black Cement” and “White Cement” variants that Jordan did actually play in. And in 2026, the sneaker will return to stores after a decade hiatus.

The Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” is set for its first retro since 2016, according to the trusted @zsneakerheadz. No images or even a sku have been revealed yet, but the report alone is enough to have Jordan fanatics buzzing.

When Jordan Brand last brought back the “True Blue” AJ3s nearly 10 years ago, it marked the first time the sneaker had been re-released with the original “Nike Air” branding rather than the Jumpman used on other

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