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Undeniably innovative, the Nike Kobe 9 Elite is arguably the most revolutionary basketball sneaker to ever release. In fact, the Kobe 9 Elite boasts three key Nike technologies: Flyknit, Flywire and Lunarlon. The combination of these technologies creates a sneaker with supreme lockdown, fit and responsiveness that delivers superior cushioning and on-court performance. Designed for Kobe Bryant, this new, elite signature aimed high in order to protect the NBA’s deadliest weapon upon returning from a ruptured achilles tendon. Although the Black Mamba injured his knee before the official debut of the Kobe 9 Elite, many players around the NBA have taken the opportunity to lace up Kobe’s ninth Swoosh signature. After receiving rave reviews from almost every in-game wearer of the Nike Kobe 9 Elite, we have decided to spotlight the futuristic signature’s current retail run. Browse our look back at the brief history of the Kobe 9 Elite, and be sure to let us know which colorway is your current favorite by casting your vote in the poll on the last page.
Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Masterpiece”
The Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Masterpiece” fully lives up to its launch tagline: “Where design meets art.” The ninth Nike Kobe signature sports the brand’s top technology in exquisite fashion, featuring multi-colored Nike Flyknit and a Lunarlon midsole.
Colorway: Black/Metallic Silver-Volt-Bright Crimson
Style #: 630847-001
Price: $225
Release Date: February 8, 2014
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