Russell Westbrook Air Jordan XXXI “Royal” Player Exclusive | Size 14.5

In 2016 Nike debuted the Air Jordan 31, a modern reimagining and homage to the iconic Air Jordan I, released 31 years prior. Designed with a mix of classic silhouettes and modern material the Jordan 31 would go on to be worn by basketball players world-wide, including then-Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook. This special player edition was designed for Westbrook with his ‘RW’ logo embossed on each tongue.

Westbrook, one of basketball’s most electrifying players, is not only a longtime Jordan Brand athlete and NBA All Star, he also stands as an Olympic Champion. Making his debut at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Westbrook would join Team USA to take the Gold. Finishing strong, Westbrook played in all eight winning games and averaged 8.5 points per game.

These Air Jordan 31’s feature an upper constructed from a flexible yet durable Flyweave material in Royal Blue and black, which transitions to Royal Blue synthetic leather around the heel. The synthetic leather is a callback to the past, while the transition to the lightweight Flyweave in the forefoot signals a move forward. The 31’s are also the first pair of Jordans to feature both the Jumpman and Nike Swoosh logo. The insoles repeat ‘WHY NOT?’ in black and white. Westbrook’s PE version is unique in that it utilizes the sole unit of the Air Jordan 29 and 30, which he preferred over the design of the Jordan 31.