The Air Jordan 12 Retro 'FIBA' dropped in August 2019 for that year's FIBA World Cup, held in China. The shoe's channel-stitched tumbled leather appears in white, accented by metallic gold on the upper eyelets, matched by the midfoot shank. The signature mudguard sports subtle national team detailing, while the lining and branding appear in University Red. The heel includes Chinese characters that translate to 'The heart only burns for this purpose' as a nod to the international basketball community.