Did you know? The Air Jordan 14 holds a special place in sneaker history—not just for its design, but for its unforgettable debut. Inspired by MJ’s love for Italian sports cars, the AJ14 was crafted by legendary designer Tinker Hatfield. When Tinker shared an early prototype with Michael, the plan was to wait. But Jordan had other ideas. Ignoring Tinker’s advice, he laced them up during the 1998 NBA Finals, making the AJ14 the last sneaker he wore as a Chicago Bull—sealing his sixth and final championship in true iconic fashion.