First Look At The Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Shorts”

Releasing Summer 2025.

Andrew Rizzo October 30, 2024

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While the full scope of 2025 Jordan Releases centers around retros like the Jordan 1 ’85 Bred, we’re also going to be hit with several fresh formulations. One of them, the Jordan 3 “Lucky Shorts,” just emerged via first look images.

To the uninitiated; the “Lucky Shorts” theme derives from a superstition Michael Jordan developed during his college days. After leading the North Carolina Tar Heels to victory in 1982, Mike came to believe the shorts he played in were lucky. Therefore, throughout his entire professional career, he religiously wore North Carolina practice shorts under his NBA uniform.

Naturally, the Jordan 3 “Lucky Shorts” harkens back to where the ritual started with UNC-adjacent colors. While hallmark “University Blue” isn’t referenced in the official color palette, the design features likeminded “Hydrogen Blue” on the lower and upper eyelets and midsole. The base is made up of “Summit White” leather, complemented by “Photon Dust” suede around the collar, eyelets, and toe and heel overlays (sorry folks, no elephant print). The heel features a “Hydrogen Blue” Jumpman logo, while a “Sail” midsole and “Photon Dust” outsole cap off the delivery underfoot.

Currently, the Jordan 3 “Lucky Shorts” is expected to release Summer 2025 for $200 in men’s sizing. Stick with us for updated images and release information over the coming months.

: Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Shorts” kicksdong

: Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Shorts” kicksdong

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WHERE TO BUY

Air Jordan 3

SKU: CT8532-101

RETAIL PRICE: $200

RELEASE DATE: 2025

US 2025

Retailer	Release type	Status
Nike SNKRS US	Standard	Coming Soon

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.