Hardaway wore Air Flight Ones for the first two seasons of his career before using Air Max Penny. "For him to wear my shoes, I was tripping," Hardaway said. 70% Win ...

So, being a player in whose signature shoe MJ played is a rare feat, and it was made by none other than Penny Hardaway. In the 1995 playoffs, His Airness opted to play in the Magic star guard's shoes.

It's 1995. Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The emerging Orlando Magic, led by Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway visited the Chicago Bulls with the series tied at one game apiece.

Hardaway was on the "Knuckleheads" podcast and talked about that intriguing development. "You know, I was at the free throw line, and I look down like, 'Damn, he got on the shoes!'" Penny stated .

Penny Hardaway Explained How Michael Jordan Ditched The Concord 11s For His Shoe For A Game. ... Michael Jordan’s sneaker line has produced some of the most iconic basketball shoes of all-time.

Swag: Courtney Lee pays homage to Magic great Penny Hardaway with his shoes. Published: Jun. 11, 2009, 5:45 p.m. By . Eric Woodyard; We know nothing about Swag.

Penny Hardaway taking over his alma mater isn't just a big deal for the Memphis basketball program. It's bringing new hope to a city that desperately needs it.