The Kobe 1 from adidas is one of the boldest basketball sneakers of all-time. It is one of those shoes you either love or hate. Learn more about the adidas Kobe 1 below.
Kobe 1
The adidas Kobe 1 originally released in 2000. Kobe would wear the Kobe 1 when he won first ring, and they would also be worn during his pursuit of ring two in 2001. The Kobe 1 has a boxy appearance that was meant to be futuristic in its aesthetic. The shoe was inspired by the Audi TT Roadster. The shoe has a double foam collar, half shell toe, injection moulded EVA midsole, and a Torsion system.
Kobe Bean Bryant
Kobe Bean Bryant was born on August 23, 1978. He is from Philadelphia. Kobe is the son of former NBA player, Joe “Jellybean” Bryant. Kobe spent much of his youth in Italy. His father, after ending his career in the NBA, played in the Italian League starting in 1984. Kobe Bryant grew up around the game in Italy. The game was a passion for him at an early age. He embraced the Italian culture, learning the language and accepting its way of life.
Coming to America
Kobe’s family would return to the United States in 1991. Kobe would play basketball for Lower Merion High School. Early on, while in high school, he was planning to go straight to the pros. He was playing in scrimmage games against the Philadelphia 76ers as a teenager. Kobe had his path laid out very early for himself.
1996
Kobe Bryant was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the 13 overall pick in the 1996 NBA Draft. Kobe entered the draft straight out of high school. His youth is probably why he went so low in the draft. He was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers right after being drafted by Charlotte.
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