Made famous by Mike’s legendary ‘Flu Game’ appearance in the 1997 final that clinched the Bulls’ championship, the Air Jordan 12 combined inspiration from the Japanese ‘Rising Sun’ flag and women’s shoes. The quilted full-grain leather contrasted with large metal eyelets to create a premium finish. Adding invisible comfort to the equation, Zoom Air was used for the first time in Jordan soles. The pull tabs on the heel were inscribed with a humble message: ‘Quality inspired by the greatest player ever.’