Carmelo Anthony’s Air Jordan PE Collection Is the Stuff of Legends

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Pete Michael

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2025.07.29

The recent surfacing of Carmelo Anthony’s new Air Jordan 3—decked out in a colorway inspired by the Chicago city flag—has once again ignited admiration for the former NBA star’s unparalleled lineup of Jordan Player Exclusives. As one of the most decorated Jordan Brand athletes in history, Melo has spent over two decades laced in some of the most coveted and creative PEs the brand has ever produced.

From his early days with the Denver Nuggets to his final years in Los Angeles, the 10-time All-Star and 2012–13 Scoring Champ and Jordan Brand Board of Greatness member has amassed a deep catalog of exclusives across both legacy Air Jordan models and his signature line. Whether it’s the striking gold-toe Air Jordan 12s, Knicks-themed Air Jordan 13s, or the suede-clad Air Jordan 4s that surfaced during his Olympic runs, Melo’s rotation reads like a museum of modern sneaker history.

What sets Melo apart—aside from his on-court résumé—is the sheer variety and storytelling behind each PE. Many of his pairs celebrate his heritage, pay homage to teams and cities he's played for, or commemorate significant milestones in his career. His PEs rival those of Jordan Brand peers like Ray Allen, Chris Paul, and Quentin Richardson—a notable feat, considering the weight each of those names carries in the exclusive sneaker game.

As we await more looks at his latest Chicago-inspired AJ3, it’s a perfect time to look back at some of the best PEs ever to grace his feet.

Scroll down to check out some of Carmelo Anthony’s greatest Air Jordan Player Exclusives of all time.