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Los Angeles LakersWhy Kobe Bryant Wouldn't Sign Nick Young's Shoes After His Final Game

During Kobe Bryant‘s amazing farewell tour, he developed a habit of signing sneakers for a number of opposing players around the league. He even managed to bring Tony Allen, one of Bryant’s greatest competitors, to the verge of tears. It wasn’t just big stars either; Bryant said he’d give them to anybody who asked. It’s […]

NBAKobe Bryant Explains Why He Picked Nike Over Reebok For His Second Shoe Deal

After Kobe Bryant‘s initial shoe deal with Adidas ended, it was time for the Mamba to decide: Nike or Reebok? After initial meetings with Reebok impressed Kobe, as detailed by Chris Palmer in Bleacher Report’s The Lab piece, it seemed that he might sign with the company that had Allen Iverson‘s signature shoe. But it […]

Los Angeles LakersNike Declares April 13th 'Mamba Day' To Send Off Kobe

Kobe Bryant is rapidly on his way out. By this time next week, he’ll have finished his NBA career and probably be in Newport working on his next venture. But not before Nike dedicates a day to him. RELATED: Kobe Bryant Praises Phil Jackson For Drafting Kristaps Porzingis That’s right. To properly send off the […]

Los Angeles LakersVIDEO: Nike's Farewell To Kobe Bryant Ad, In China

Kobe Bryant is a legend revered by many. All over the world you can mention the Lakers‘ star and most likely more than a few people will know who you are talking about. This is especially true in China, where Nike created an ad for The Black Mamba in the way that only Nike can. […]

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