The Nike Kobe AD Is Dropping In Black And Gum

Ross Dwyer June 1st, 2018 (updated)

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Kobe Bryant‘s stellar NBA career is fully a thing of the past as the Mamba has moved on to other things (like winning Emmys for short films) but that doesn’t mean his highly-regarded signature Nike shoes are going anywhere any time soon. After the recent release of a Lakers-colored AD NXT 360 and PE versions of the Kobe AD arriving for both Demar Derozen and Devin Booker, the Kobe AD is now set to release in a clean black/gum colorway.

The newest iteration of the silhouette offers a simple black upper with gold detailing arriving on the left tongue’s signature/right tongue’s logo and Flywire lace loops. The midfoot swoosh features a unique multi-layer graphic with both gold and white embroidery that gives off the impression of fast motion, and the heel cage features further black Kobe branding. A two-tone white and gold midsole and clean gum outsole complete this new Kobe’s elegant look. Look for these clean Kobe ADs to drop June 1st at retailers like Shoe Palace for $150 USD.