Why NBA players are hoarding Kobe Bryant's Nike sneaker line | NBA Today 

Check out Brian Windhorst's article on ESPN+ at: www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/32585223

Kobe’s are like F1 tires. Goat level traction, crazy light weight and responsive, decent cushion, incredible mobility, perfect fit but near zero durability.

Nike should just give Vanessa the Jordan treatment because let me just say Kobes are the definition of comfort

The Kobe's are the most comfortable shoes to play in and walk in

It's a hype beast generation, Kobe's shoes weren't hard to get before he passed.

No wonder why I can't get a pair of kobes no more.

People around the NBA dont say Kobe is the closest player we have ever seen to MJ for no reason

I HEAR THE KOBE 4,5 & 6 ARE SOME OF THE BEST BASKETBALL SHOES TO PLAY IN,PERIOD

They need to get an appropriate life time deal struck for the Bryant estate so his legacy can be enjoyed for generations to come.

I just pray one day that deal is renewed 😓😓

Kobe’s Nike line was literally the best man, the 4s through the 11s were all hits no misses. Kyries line is solid too but after that Nike got hella Ls

“Hand me down Kobe’s” 😂😂😂

Vanessa has all the chips. She knows the demand is there. Nike just has to make sure they keep up with the supply. No more limited number of kobes. Make kobes easier to get like previous years.

I don’t think y’all understand how good these shoes are performance wise. When it came to his shoes he was serious about every part of the shoe. Like my guy said I only hoop in kobes, kyries and KD’s low top shoes

I myself will never run outta Kobe’s I have over 250+ pairs been collecting em since 1996

Kobe’s are the best shoes to hoop in

Nike not giving Kobe a lifetime contract like they did MJ and Lebron is their biggest L to date.

I love Nike but man they’re taking such an L here

Kobe’s line ended with Nike because Nike decided not to produce as much Kobe’s because of how sought after they are. Capitalism is disgusting af sometimes smh

Kobes are the best basketball shoe line ever

As a huge fan of Kobe and who grew up poor but now has money to buy these, it sucks that I can't just go to the store and get any Kobe's. Smh

being fortunate to afford these nikes due to hardwork, I would say if you ball a lot, Kobe’s line (starting with kobe 4) imho were the best basketball shoes for playin.

Kobe the GOAT that’s why

The biggest influence on sneakers its Jordan and Kobe you can't deny that

The NBA players gotta get Kobe’s like the rest of us that’s crazy

About to buy some size 15s just to hold them

Still got my Kobe x Undefeated’s Protro 5 (Super Rare) Size 14 DS … almost sold them yesterday it’s crazy this video came out today. Now I gotta hold ‘em. 😅

I got a pair of Bruce Lee Kobes a couple months before the split, I STILL haven’t worn them because I’m scared they’ll be gone forever

I regret wearing out the only pair of kobe's I ever had. and Even before all this, it was hard to get kobe's here in a developing nation that only worships cricket 🤦🏾

Nike needs to step up

I played college ball with the Kobes... and let me tell you... it feels like you not wearing any shoes at all... its so comfy. Maybe book can come out with his line to keep it going

I hope Vanessa gets a good deal! Kobe was all about business but he loved Nike, so I hope a deal get done which is great for both!!!

They're not just shoes. Nike kobes was always changing performance. They were game changers and icon performance equipment.

My son is wearing my collection. I stilll practice in mine. Take care of them and treat them well.

Best shoes for hooping. I have plenty in my collection and NEED MORE

It seriously makes no sense for Nike to not come to an agreement with Vanessa... Especially since the sticking point in the deal wasn't over how much money but rather just not making every release limited... They literally chose to make no money over their second most popular line...

Oh wow😮😮😮😮i feel them tho, the Kobe line WAS a gamechanger as far as footwear

I have always kept my Kobe’s & Jordan’s in there original boxes

I like the way she "hmm" when he said AD has size 17.

It’s crazy like last year I was able to find Kobe fury’s in the outlets last year and I got one for just 100 but now those skyrocketed too even tho not many wanted those (cause they ain’t mainline).

this a perfect time for a brand to come out with a low top shoes like kobes with similar built things in it

I'm not really a sneaker guy so I want to know if there are really significant differences in the feel when you use other ones. Like I've read, and it's been said here as well, that Kyries are the same.

Kobe 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

I mean it’s stylish and light on your feet

Kobe Proto 1’s were in outlets right before he passed.

You will never see me get hyped up over a shoe....

High top Kobe sneakers are the favorite

Them Kobe 4 🔥

Those orange tb 10s are unbelievably rare. I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re in a half size like 13.5 or a 14.5

It’s sad that kids these days aren’t going to have the opportunity to play in a pair of KOBE’s that isn’t ADIDAS. On the other hand I am really happy we’re going to be able to get the shoes #8 Kobe wore en route to his first 3-peat.

Nice vibes

I got a pair of used mamba focus size 12 lakers colour way may be they want to buy it for $2,000. So as the 2006 zoom Kobe 1 black and white.

Wow they made this a news on ESPN?

Brian knows 🏀

Someone check on PJ tucker...

Nike needs to renew that deal man. Long live Mamba

1:17 did he just say his deal is gonna be renewed?

Let's see how Nike moves forward now that they've came to an agreement with Kobe's estate... hopefully they just retro 1-11 and come out with new colorways for the popular Kobe models...

Best signature line to actually play in, BY FAR. Some of the Kyries are great too. But the Kobe 4, 5, 6, 8, 9....All legendary status. I know Nike is doing the Kobe ProTro releases, they just released a Kobe 8 protro but man... Nike should just get Vanessa Bryant's permission and go nuts re-releasing these shoes for the fans and the players. What better tribute to Kobe than continuing to see widespread usage of his shoes in the NBA from now into the future. I still think the Kobe 9 is one of the best basketball sneakers of ALL time. Both the high top and the low top, and the elites. In fact, Nike needs to bring back the Elite lines that released during the playoffs.

I got my one and only pair sitting in my closet. Never wearing them lol

I have a pair of kobe 7s all star color size 9 and its ridiculous how expensive that pair of shoes is lol lucky I was terrible in hs bball and gave up right away lol I got like a months rent if I ever need it

Nike needs to hit up Vanessa the demand for this shoe is ridiculous

I mean… eBay probably have Kobe’s that are size 15 and up but, knowing these players they want exclusives 🤦🏽‍♂️🤣

I've never owned a pair of Kobe shoes. Are they just that comfortable to play in? Is it to honor Kobe? A bit of both?

Well it's not like they forgot how to make them or Vanessa owns the patten... Why doesn't players with just ask them to make me a shoe with the exact tech and measurements as the KOBE?

If Nike would let everyone buy Kobe shoes this wouldn't be an issue to begin with. All the Bryant family want was for all kobe fans to buy a shoes easy and not pay resale, but Nike have to make it expensive and hard for people to get a pair lol.

Sad to see that ESPN as a sports channel is looking for attention by having video headlines like these....

Pisses me off....Kobe Detail Elite $750....BULLJIVE....im still getting em!!!

Nike should do what’s right, make Kobe’s realistic for everyone to wear and flood the market with increased supplies. This shouldn’t be a money thing, it should be a love thing

True Legend

"Anthony Davis wears size 17s." Her: Hmmm!

Gt cuts would of been kobe shoe...its awesome

I wish Vanessa signed the deal with Nike 😞

I've always wanted the Kobe 6

Jordan 28s, Kobe 4s, 9s, then 6s where the best hoop shoes ever in that order. Then theres a drop off

Long live the Mamba 🐍

And now the brand is coming back finally

Nike should just make extra Kobe's for nba players and fans, people should have access to the retro Kobe's

On noooo...what will the NBA players do.

A little off topic, but it's so ironic that this dude Brian Windhorst is the same dude that was so vocal that Luka Doncic was "out of shape."

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The Foam insoles are the secret, I used to transfer them to other kicks, the thing is they need to be almost flat with no arch shoes..hands down the insole!

Wish Nike would just listen to Vanessa's wish and just flood the stores with Kobe's so everyone can have pairs and even go in store and try them on.

Are they saying Nike won't produce the Kobes anymore not even for NBA players? No more Protros?

I own 4 pairs of Kobes and I can safely say they are not leaving my collection any time soon

Why would you leave nike

Nike has to repair that relationship with Vanessa

I've never tried a pair of Kobe myself because they have always been the most expensive hoop shoes, but even I'm feeling bad about it now !......

I've never owned a pair of Kobe's shoes because I don't wear low-top shoes, but Nike is trash for ending a partnership with one of the most successful and popular shoes that have ever been made!!

Kobe 5's are my favorite...

Has Brian windhorst seen a treadmill in his life?

Idk how Nike an Vanessa gonna fix this but this need to be fixed !!

Nike should just make them and just rename them... they do that...

Malika!!!!!!

Kobe bean Bryant greatest of all time

Hopefully Nike remakes the models but just not call them Kobes in case they can’t remake a deal.

Best shoes I ever played in 🐍

Imagine how much Kobe's shoes will be worth in a hundred years time

I used to be able to get Kobe’s with no problem, now I can’t even afford them

I wish everyone would leave Nike. Nothing, but a bunch of crooks.