Jordan Brand Welcomes Back the Hornets with an Air Jordan XI

The Hornets are back, and it's only fitting that Jordan Brand makes a new Jordan 11 to celebrate.

image via chinojp3 on Instagram

SoleFly has it made when it comes to Jordan access. Not only do their have their own hyperlimited Jordan 3 release on it’s way (we’re still waiting guys…), but owner Carlos Prieto has the good fortune of being Michael Jordan’s brother in law. And that means he gets to see behind the gates.

Chinojp3, as he’s known on Instagram, found a pair of his sister’s new shoes and posted them for us to get a good look.

What he shared was a bold purple version of the Air Jordan XI, with hits of teal. Since May 20 saw the return of the Charlotte Hornets (and the unveiling of a crazy new playing court), it makes sense that MJ himself would do something extra special to celebrate the newest incarnation of his franchise. And what better than a new Jordan pair with the classic team colors? Gotta give Hugo the right fit.

This is the first look we’ve gotten, so there’s no other news to share yet. We’ll let you know when that changes.

[via chinojp3 on Instagram]