Sneaker News Earlier this year, Jordan Brand brought back the Air Jordan 17 Low “Lightning” for the first time since its original debut in 2003. Following suit is yet another original colorway — the “UNC” inspired by Michael Jordan’s Tar Heels legacy. The shoes are set to release on August 28th, 2024 for $300 at select Jordan retailers. Below is the list of retailers that carried the “Lightning” pair earlier this year; the list will be updated regularly until the scheduled release date.
WHERE TO BUY
Air Jordan 17
US 08/28/2024 Wednesday
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| StockX | After Market | Check Site |
| Extra Butter | EQL | EQL |
| Sneaker Politics | Raffle | Check Site |
| Concepts | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| TAKOUT NY | Raffle | Check Site |
| A Ma Maniere | EQL | EQL |
| Social Status | EQL | EQL |
| Undefeated | Raffle | Check Site |
| APB | EQL | EQL |
| Sesinko | Raffle | Check Site |
| Trophy Room | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Denim Exchange | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Sneaker Room | Raffle | Check Site |
| Feature | Raffle | Check Site |
| Tops and Bottoms | Raffle | Check Site |
| Lee Baron | In Store Only | Offline Only |
Europe 08/27/2024 Tuesday
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| BSTN | Raffle | Check Site |
The Air Jordan 17 first released to the public during the short-lived Washington Wizards era of Michael Jordan’s career. The 17 Low combined MJ’s off-the-court passions including golf (seen on the traction inspired by a golf course) and jazz music. The hardshell briefcase is inspired by the cases for brass instruments used by jazz musicians. There are also elements of Jordan’s growth as a businessman and overall “grown” aesthetic.
While the Air Jordan 17 Low in 2003 did not come with a briefcase, Jordan Brand has chosen to include this premium packaging for the 2024 release, which helps to justify the $300 MSRP. Even with that high price-tag, the Lightning 17s are currently selling for double the MSRP on the secondary market; the same is expected for the UNC 17 Lows.
Below is the best look yet at the Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” shared by @gc911; again, the release date is August 28th and will be available only at select Jordan retailers. See our Jordan Release Dates page for the latest updates on this month’s Jordan drops.
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
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- Air Jordan 17 Low “UNC” @gc911
