Kobe Bryant’s last two signature sneakers have undoubtedly changed the climate of performance-based basketball sneakers. The Flywire-laced, low-cut basketball sneakers were frowned upon when they first surfaced. Now, they are worn more than any signature model in both pros and college ranks.
While both of these shoes are considered revolutionary, the upcoming Nike Zoom Kobe VI, Kobe Bryant’s sixth signature sneaker, is expected to reach new heights in terms of performance. While we await the Kobe VI, check out all of the Kobe IV and Kobe V colorways Bryant laced up last season. That said, check out our Kicks On Court: Kobe Bryant’s Greatest Sneakers of 2009-2010.
Nike Zoom Kobe V “Bruce Lee”
Date: February 5th, 2010
Location: Staples Center
Opponent: Denver Nuggets
Analysis: Kobe Bryant debuted the “Bruce Lee” Nike Zoom Kobe V during a nationally televised game against the Denver Nuggets. The Lakers loss to the Nuggets for the second time during the 2009-2010 NBA season; however, Kobe won over many fans with this colorway of his fifth signature shoe. Nike paid tribute to Kobe?s love for Kung Fu with this special design. The yellow upper and laces are directly inspired by the yellow bodysuit Bruce Lee wore in ?The Game of Death?. There are also four red scratch marks on the lateral toe area. These marks duplicate the scratches Bruce Lee took while fighting in ?Enter the Dragon?.
