Ray Allen might have retired in 2016, but his sneaker legacy keeps finding new ways to move forward. Inspired by the two-time NBA champ’s player-exclusive Air Jordan 12 from his Milwaukee Bucks era, Jordan Brand is set to drop the Air Jordan 12 “Bucks” as part of its Fall 2026 lineup. And yes, sneakerheads already have their fingers hovering over the “add to cart” button.
If you’ve been following Instagram reactions, you’ll know fans aren’t exactly hiding their excitement. One user summed it up with: “Let me order a Ray Allen jersey now!” Another chimed in: “Ima need these I got 2 Ray Allen Buck’s jersey.” Then there were the short but sweet takes like “Those are clean” and the obligatory fire emojis lighting up the comments section. So, yes, people are already sold.
So what are we actually getting here? Think of it as a remix of the beloved “Cherry” Air Jordan 12 but with Green taking over where the classic Red once lived. The upper comes in premium White leather, contrasted by a textured Green mudguard that wraps into the outsole and midsole accents. Metallic Silver eyelets add some polish, while Black fills the lining and heel branding. It’s crisp, it’s simple, and it’s exactly the kind of colorway that fans of both Jordan retros and Milwaukee basketball history can get behind.
Despite the “Bucks” nickname, this release isn’t officially tied to the Milwaukee Bucks franchise. Instead, it’s Jordan Brand keeping the naming game short and catchy. Still, the association with Milwaukee runs deep thanks to its obvious nod to Ray Allen’s PE. Back in the early 2000s, Allen rocked a White and Green Air Jordan 12 with “Sugar Ray” stitched on the heel. Collectors have been hoping for something similar to hit retail for years, and while this isn’t a one-to-one retro, it’s close enough.
The Air Jordan 12 “Bucks” has a Fall 2026 release window, which means sometime between July and September. The retail price is set at $205 USD, a familiar figure for modern Jordan retros.
