Jordan Brand is adding another New York-inspired release to its 2027 lineup with a new Air Jordan 2 tied to the Knicks.

The timing comes as Jordan Brand continues to lean into New York basketball. The Knicks are coming off their 2025-26 NBA championship, and several releases connected to the team are already expected. That includes the return of the Air Jordan 10 “Knicks”, along with a similar Knicks-themed colorway of Carmelo Anthony’s Jordan 5.5.

Originally released in 1986, the Air Jordan 2 was designed by Peter Moore and Bruce Kilgore. The model never reached the same level of popularity as the Air Jordan 1 when it first arrived, partly because of its higher price and very different design. Over time, though, the Air Jordan 2 has built a stronger following, especially among collectors looking for original colorways.

This upcoming pair is expected to feature a Phantom base with Orange and Blue accents inspired by the Knicks. According to Sneaker Files and @zsneakerheadz, the release will pay tribute to New York and is expected to carry the “New York” name. Early images are only mock-ups, so the final design could still change, but the Orange and Blue color scheme is expected to remain.

Air Jordan 2 Knicks Release Date

The Air Jordan 2 “Knicks” is expected to release June 9, 2027 through select Jordan Brand retailers and Nike SNKRS.

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Source: Sneaker Files / @zsneakerheadz

(Mockup pictured below)