Nike Air More Uptempo OG “Black White” Returns August 2026

The Nike Air More Uptempo OG “Black White” is set to release on August 21, 2026, for $170, reviving the colorway Scottie Pippen wore during the Chicago Bulls’ 1996 championship season, when they went 72-10. The 2026 version uses the same SKU as the 2023 retro, meaning Nike is keeping the construction that aimed for accuracy to the 1996 original, rather than modifying it again.

Quick Facts

Nike Air More Uptempo “OG”
Color: Black/White
Release Date: August 21, 2026
Style Code: FV2291-001
Price: $170
Where to Buy: Nike, Shiekh, Shoe Palace, DTLR
More Info: Nike Release Dates

Update (8/9/26): Initially expected to launch on September 25th, the new release date is August 21st.

It should come as no surprise that Nike Sportswear will bring back the “Black White” Nike Air More Uptempo in 2026. It seems that the shoes have been re-released every three years. The last time the shoes dropped was in 2023, and before that, it was 2020. However, if you need a new pair, the brand will bring the pair back to retailers in Fall 2026.

Scottie Pippen wore the Nike Air More Uptempo during the 1995-96 NBA season when the Chicago Bulls achieved a then-record 72-10 regular season record and won the championship. That season represented Michael Jordan’s first full year back after departing from baseball. The Bulls dominated that season in ways that made the NBA feel almost unfair, winning by an average of 12.2 points per game.

The Air More Uptempo became Pippen’s signature shoe despite never being officially designated as such. Nike created the shoe for him specifically, but it was released as a team model rather than a numbered Pippen signature like the Air Pippen line that came later.

This Nike Air More Uptempo features oversized “AIR” lettering in white outlined in black that dominates the entire lateral side of the shoe. The upper features black nubuck as the base material, with a black jeweled Swoosh positioned on the heel. The midsole features full-length, visible Air cushioning units that run continuously from heel to forefoot, with pressurized air chambers visible through windows in the midsole, paired with an overall chunky build. Other details include a White Swoosh on the toe and a mostly Black rubber outsole.

More Air More Uptempo Releases

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Nike Air More Uptempo “Olympic” Returns July 2024

Nike Air More Uptempo “Black Star Blue” Releasing Spring 2024

Nike Air More Uptempo Low “White Hyper Royal” Releases December 2024

Nike Air More Uptempo OG Black White 2026 Release Date

The Nike Air More Uptempo OG “Black White” will be released on August 21st, 2026, at select Nike Sportswear retailers, including Nike.com, Finish Line, Foot Locker, and DTLR. The retail price is $170. Below, you can check out more photos of the 2020 release.

Bottom Line

Who doesn’t love the classic “Black White” Nike Air More Uptempo? I know I do. I have owned multiple pairs of the past releases, and it’s time for me to re-up. Not only is this pair clean, but it also has a rich history. Pippen wore the shoes on the iconic 1995-96 Bulls team, which went 72-10. For those who prefer exclusive kicks, this pair may not be for you, as it has been re-released every three years. I don’t mind it. I will be picking up a fresh pair come Fall 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Technically, no. Although he made the Air More Uptempo famous, Nike released it as a team model, not a Pippen signature. His true signature line began later with the Nike Air Pippen 1 in 1997.

No major performance updates have been announced. The shoe will maintain the same full-length visible Air cushioning and 90s construction, making it better suited for lifestyle wear than for modern basketball play.

Most wearers find it true to size, though those with narrow feet sometimes prefer going down a half size because of the shoe’s bulky midsole and padded interior.

Info: Kicks Finder

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