Michael Jordan faced a ban by the NBA back in 1985 for donning the Air Jordan 1 'Black/Red' sneakers, which omitted the color white, a crucial part of the Chicago Bulls' authorized team colors. Consequently, Jordan had to shell out a fine of $5,000 per game. Nike, however, swiftly turned this event into a strategic marketing move by launching the 'Banned' campaign, effectively publicizing the Air Jordan line. This iconic sneaker enjoyed several re-releases over the years, including in 1994, 2011, 2013, and 2016. Notably, the 2011 edition even paid homage to its 'Banned' moniker by featuring an 'X' on the heel.