AJ Spizike

Did you know about the Air Jordan Spizike? It was made as an appreciation to Spike Lee (who played Mars Blackmon in the movie She’s Gotta Have It).

At first, the were nicknamed “retro Frankenstein” due to the shoe taking pieces of the existing Jordan 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, and 9s. But eventually, they landed on the name Spizike, derived from Spike Lee’s name.

Spike’s part in the rising of the Air Jordan was very crucial, as he also appeared in several commercials as Mars Blackmon along side Michael Jordan in the 90s.

Fun Fact: There are two logos above the heel of each shoe, one of Mars Blackmon and one of Spike Lee’s film company 40 Acres and a Mule. Scroll to view.