The Jordan 1 Retro 'Leroy Smith' pays homage to the individual who served as a catalyst for the greatest basketball player of all time. This redesigned version of the original AJ1, created by Peter Moore in 1985, features 'Metallic Gold' and 'Varsity Purple' accents that bring to mind the extravagant attire that its namesake, Leroy Smith, was known for. This release also serves as a tribute to the comical portrayal of Smith by Charlie Murphy on the Chappelle's Show, which humorously played on the story of Michael Jordan's childhood friend who outperformed him for the final spot on Laney High School's varsity team, ultimately inspiring Jordan to achieve his remarkable future success.