Kobe Bryant

Nike Zoom Kobe 1 sneakers, worn and signed by Kobe Bryant during the 2005-2006 NBA season.

• The sneakers have been photo-matched by MeiGray and are accompanied by a photo-match letter.
• A letter from James Spence Authentication regarding the signatures is also included.
• This item is final sale and is not eligible for return.

These Zoom Kobe 1 sneakers were worn by Kobe Bryant during the 2005-06 NBA season. The shoes have been photo-matched to January 19, 2006 when the Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Sacramento Kings, 118-109, at the Arco Arena in Sacramento, CA. Bryant registered 51 points, 4 assists and 9 rebounds.

When Kobe Bryant was drafted into the NBA at 17 years old, he did not celebrate with an elaborate draft party. Instead, Bryant reportedly went to the gym. 17 years later, when he tore his achilles, Kobe was not carried off the court by his teammates. With a face displaying agony, he instead hobbled to the free throw line and made both shots, touching nothing but net.  

An embodiment of the competitive spirit, it was 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.