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May 16, 2026 5:00am PT
Nike Releases New Air Jordan 3 Retro Sneakers: Here’s How to New ‘Brazil’ and ‘World’s Best’ Colorways Online
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Michael Jordan is an icon. Not just on the basketball court, but in pop culture too. In fact, even his shoes are iconic.
And now in unisex sizes, Nike is rereleasing the Nike Air Jordan 3 sneakers, the iconic sneakers that MJ wore when he won his first MVP, with new “Brazil” and “World’s Best” colorways. Both drop on Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT.
$225
Buy ‘Brazil’ Now at Kicks Crew
Made with premium and synthetic leather, these Nike Air Jordan 3 Retro sneakers also have a foam midsole for lightweight cushioning and solid rubber outsoles for traction – all with Nike’s design silhouette that’s eye-catching and an all-time favorite.
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The “Brazil” sneakers, which were inspired by the Brazilian National Football Team, come in a bold racer blue, blue void, varsity maize and lucky green colorway. Meanwhile the “World’s Best” signature shoes, a Father’s Day design, are in a classic sail, university red, pale ivory and black design. Both sneakers offer an instantly iconic and stylish looks.
Nike
Nike Air Jordan 3 Retro OG ‘Brazil’ Sneakers
Release date: Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT
$225
Nike
Nike Air Jordan 3 ‘World’s Best’ Sneakers
Release date: Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT
$215
And if you’re a Nike Member, you can get free shipping on orders over $50 and higher. But if you’re not a member, then your order has to be more than $75 to get free shipping.
Not a member? You can sign up to be a Nike Member to get benefits from the sports apparel company, such as free shipping, expert advice on sports and style, exclusive experiences, early access to new drops, special discounts and deals, no receipt returns and much more. Sign up is free for those with an email address.
Both are available starting on Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT, the Nike Air Jordan 3 Retro OG “Brazil” sneakers are priced at $225 and the Nike Air Jordan 3 “World’s Best” Sneakers are priced at $215.
$215
Buy ‘World’s Best’ Now at Nike
For more, check out new and upcoming sneaker drops from Nike here.
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