Kobe Bryant’s Estate & Nike Reach New Shoe Deal
Following a bitter split about a year ago, Kobe Bryant’s estate has reached a new long-term deal with Nike to continue producing footwear and apparel from the late Bryant’s Zoom Kobe series. “We’re excited to announce our partnership with Nike is going to continue!” Kobe’s widow, Vanessa, wrote in an Instagram post. “I am so proud that my husband’s shoes are still the most worn by players on NBA courts [nearly 20%] and that the demand for his shoes remain so desired by his fans around the world.” Kobe, along with his daughter Gianna and seven others, died in a helicopter crash in January 2020....