The materials are selected for their durability against the high-wear areas common in court sports, technology in basketball shoes.

The Air Jordan 11 Retro 72-10 celebrates the 1995-96 NBA championship season where Jordan won season MVP and the Chicago Bulls achieved a 72-10 regular season record. Released in December of 2015, the all-new colorway features a premium tumbled leather upper with microfiber suede and patent leather overlays. The design also includes a red and black carbon fiber shank plate.

The forefoot is designed with a specific pivot point to facilitate quick changes in direction, all adidas basketball shoes ever made.