Converse 'Birth of Michael Jordan' Pro Leather honors UNC's 1982 NCAA title

Converse has unveiled a special pair of Pro Leathers to celebrate the 35th anniversary of North Carolina's 1982 NCAA championship.

Dubbed the "Birth of Michael Jordan," the sneakers feature a Jumpman in Tar Heel blue rather than the customary Converse chevron star logo. They were made exclusively for the current North Carolina team, as well as friends and family of the program and Jordan Brand.

"MJ was wearing the Converse Pro Leather in the 1982 Championship. He is often quoted as saying he felt he became Michael Jordan in that moment," Nike designer Hatfield explained. "To signify the birth of MJ, I had the Converse logo fade out and the Jumpman appear."

The detailing on the heels represents the uniforms of the 1982 and 2017 championship Tar Heel teams.

(Photos courtesy: Nike)