Key Details
Price: $215Style Code: JF9225-001Release Date: January 2, 2027
- The Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” is priced at $215.
- Style code JF9225-001 pairs Black with New Emerald and Tour Yellow.
- The colorway is based on Chris Paul's 2008-09 Hornets PE.
The Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” is expected to release January 2nd, 2027, reviving one of Chris Paul’s early player exclusive colorways from his New Orleans Hornets days as a full retail drop.
The original pair was a Chris Paul PE from the 2008-09 season, built with a Black nubuck upper and Teal and Marigold accents that mirrored the Hornets’ team colors. Paul never played against Michael Jordan, but he carried the Air Jordan line from his rookie year through the end of his career. The revival lines up with a broader run of retros pulling from early Jordan Brand player exclusives, including the recent Air Jordan 12 “Bucks,” which reworked a Ray Allen PE with an updated purple and blue finish. Jordan Brand hasn’t tied the “Hornets” pair to that series by name, so the connection remains unofficial for now.
The Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” Design
Design-wise, Black covers most of the upper on the new pair, with New Emerald and Tour Yellow accents hitting the midsole, heel, straps, and branding. The colorway is listed as Black/New Emerald/Tour Yellow, aligning with the “Away” version of Paul’s original PE. Official images haven’t surfaced yet, only mockup renderings sourced from @zsneakerheadz and Sneaker Files. JustFreshKicks will track this one closely and post confirmed images as they land, and in the meantime you can check our Sneaker Release Dates page for more upcoming Jordan Brand drops.
What Is The Story Behind The Air Jordan 8 “Hornets”?
It’s based on a Chris Paul player exclusive from the 2008-09 season, when he wore a Black, Teal, and Marigold Air Jordan 8 during his time with the New Orleans Hornets.
Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” Release Information
The Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” is expected to release January 2nd, 2027 for $215 at select Jordan Brand retailers and on SNKRS.
Air Jordan 8 “Hornets”
Color: Black/New Emerald-Tour Yellow
Style Code: JF9225-001
Release Date: January 2, 2027
Price: $215
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” release?
It’s expected to release January 2nd, 2027.
How much does the Air Jordan 8 “Hornets” cost?
It’s priced at $215.
Where can you buy the Air Jordan 8 “Hornets”?
At select Jordan Brand retailers and on SNKRS.
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Info via @zsneakerheadz and Sneaker Files
