Uploaded January 2023 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago
A young Kobe Bryant, in 1999, talks about his popularity amongst NBA fans, what he likes to do when not playing basketball and his 2000 Olympics plans.
Full interview from Somewhat Aussie: youtu.be/r9w4VGoz3QM
Excerpt from ‘Kobe Bryant and Kanye West Nearly Made One Of The Most Coveted Shoes Of All Time’ article by Arun Sharma:
And then came a photograph that caused a furor in the sneaker community. The Nike Air Yeezy 2, a lineup that had three famous colors, now had a fourth possible color. This time, coming in a deep purple color, it represents Kobe’s tie with the Lakers. The collaboration came on the heels of Kobe and Kanye’s commercial in 2011, and the relationship was to move forward from there.
But nothing came of that, and the shoe remained a sample. until one man decided to do something about it.
As all rare sneakers go, this particular model ended up in PJ Tucker’s closet. Breaking them out casually for a pre-game outfit, he also designed a custom Kobe PE to match his Yeezys. The sneaker king of the NBA does not disappoint, but he also never fails to draw a gasp either.
The Kobe line has always been known for its sleek-looking shoes that are packed with technology and traction.Made the best by the finest technicians and craftsmen, the Yeezy Purple Cheetah was everything but that. Luxurious materials, straps that don’t solve a problem, ostentatious aglets, and colour combinations fit for a rapper
It may have had Kobe’s name on it, but it was more Kanye’s shoe.
Full article: thesportsrush.com/nba-news-kobe-bryant-and-kanye-west-nearly-made-one-of-the-most-coveted-shoes-of-all-time/?amp
🏷 #nbafans #hobbies #olympics #kobe #kobebryant #basketball #interview #nbainterview
A young Kobe Bryant, in 1999, talks about his popularity amongst NBA fans, what he likes to do when not playing basketball and his 2000 Olympics plans.
Full interview from Somewhat Aussie: youtu.be/r9w4VGoz3QM
Excerpt from ‘Kobe Bryant and Kanye West Nearly Made One Of The Most Coveted Shoes Of All Time’ article by Arun Sharma:
And then came a photograph that caused a furor in the sneaker community. The Nike Air Yeezy 2, a lineup that had three famous colors, now had a fourth possible color. This time, coming in a deep purple color, it represents Kobe’s tie with the Lakers. The collaboration came on the heels of Kobe and Kanye’s commercial in 2011, and the relationship was to move forward from there.
But nothing came of that, and the shoe remained a sample. until one man decided to do something about it.
As all rare sneakers go, this particular model ended up in PJ Tucker’s closet. Breaking them out casually for a pre-game outfit, he also designed a custom Kobe PE to match his Yeezys. The sneaker king of the NBA does not disappoint, but he also never fails to draw a gasp either.
The Kobe line has always been known for its sleek-looking shoes that are packed with technology and traction.Made the best by the finest technicians and craftsmen, the Yeezy Purple Cheetah was everything but that. Luxurious materials, straps that don’t solve a problem, ostentatious aglets, and colour combinations fit for a rapper
It may have had Kobe’s name on it, but it was more Kanye’s shoe.
Full article: thesportsrush.com/nba-news-kobe-bryant-and-kanye-west-nearly-made-one-of-the-most-coveted-shoes-of-all-time/?amp
🏷 #nbafans #hobbies #olympics #kobe #kobebryant #basketball #interview #nbainterview
