Court Classics | Basketball Sneakers

Court Classics | Basketball Sneakers

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Kobe Bryant Nike Air Force 1 | Size 13

Lot Closed

April 12, 04:07 PM GMT

Estimate

2,000 - 4,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

NIKE, NIKE AIR FORCE 1, SIZE 13

Rubber, Leather, Cotton, Synthetic

2004

An embodiment of the competitive spirit, it was Kobe Bryant’s ability to attack each game with an unparalleled desire to win that made him one of this generation’s greatest. When Kobe retired in 2016, he did so as a 5-time NBA champion, a league MVP, a 2-time scoring champion and a 12-time All-Defensive team selection. A complete player and an ambassador of the game, Bryant was the face of the Los Angeles Lakers and one of the biggest names in the NBA during his 20-year career.


The Air Force 1, arguably Nike’s most iconic sneaker, is in many regards, the first of its kind. Previously realized in running shoes, the introduction of Nike’s ‘Air’ technology in the midsole was a revolutionary concept for basketball sneakers. Tasked with bringing the concept to life, designer Bruce Kilgore and an aerospace engineer brought the project to fruition with a hiking boot-inspired, ankle-strapped, high top. Kilgore’s first basketball sneaker, the Air Force 1 was brought to market in 1982. 


Exceptionally rare, this Kobe Bryant  Nike Air Force 1 features a white leather upper and red accents. Crafted in 2004, the pair also features Kobe’s signature Sheath logo, upside down, embroidered on both heels. Adding to the premium craftsmanship, the pair features leather sock lining.

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