XII Air Jordans

The Air Jordan XIII's were released in 1997. This model was designed by Tinker Hatfield and were known for its cushioning along with breathability. They were re-released in 2005, which coincided with the release of the Air Jordan XX shoe

The shoes were inspired by a black panther, which is known for its stealth and swiftness. The "pods" on the outsole of the shoe resembles the paw of a panther. This provided more coverage and support on the basketball court.

A hologram is featured on the outer heel of the shoe which changes color. The shoe also reflects light which represents the eyes of the panther in the dark.


Spike Lee featured this Air Jordan model in his film He Got Game, where Jake Shuttleworth (the character played by Denzel Washington) wears a pair of black and white Air Jordan XIII shoes.