The Air Jordan 9 (IX) Retro - White / Black - True Red was released on January 12, 2002 and retailed for $125. It features a white leather upper with detailed stitching designs that seem to flow in a pattern along the shoe. It is plain, sturdy, and consists of features including a a dynamic - fit inner bootie, a one pull lacing system, large volume air- sole unite in the heel, an encapsulated air- sole unit in the forefoot, and a polyurethane midsole. The Air Air Jordan 9 (IX) was never worn by Michael on the court, as he suddenly and shockingly decided to retire from the game in 1993.