The Air Jordan 14 was released in 1998/1999. This was the very last Air Jordan model that Michael would sport in NBA before his retirement. On January 13, 1999, Michael announced his retirement from the NBA basketball for the second time.Retired in style The design was inspired by Michaels car, the Ferrari 550 M, and was made by Tinker Hatfield together with Mark Smith. A great stylish design and a great shoe for Michael to end his NBA career in.This was the first Air Jordan Shoes that would feature laces with metal tips. Something that both the XV's and XVI's designs also would use.