The Air Jordan 9 Retro stays true to its original form, except for a slight difference from its classic Dark Powder Blue shade, and it’s scheduled for a release on May 29th. The launch of the Air Jordan Retro occurred just a few months before Jordan's retirement to pursue baseball, which caused quite a stir among the NBA and its fans. The Air Jordan 9 is remarkable in how much this design has influenced many of the styles seen on sneaker shelves today.