The Kobe Bryant business has quadrupled over the last year, proving that the Mamba Mentality is indeed a key driver for lengthening the legacy of the fallen NBA great. The storytelling opportunities are nearly endless for a player of Bryant’s stature not just for his successes, but also his failures and challenges he’s had to endure. Case in point, the Kobe 5 “X-Ray”, which is set to drop this month.

Officially announced by Vanessa Bryant, the Kobe 5 “X-Ray” is directly inspired by the iconic t-shirts that first released in 2010 after Kobe won his fifth NBA championship. Depicting an x-ray of a hand with multiple fractures, contusions, and other malaise, the shirt effectively communicates that the pain is thoroughly worth it when it comes to amassing championship rings.

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nike vis air sweet tb program in florida 2017 “X-Ray” full length air sole nike basketball shoes 2020

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On the upper of the Kobe 5, you’ll see an skeletal x-ray that shines in the dark. Yes, these do indeed glow in the dark, illuminating a soothing baltic blue shade against the deep royal purple upper.

After months of speculation, the official release date of the nike vis air sweet tb program in florida 2017 “X-Ray” has been set for October 17th, 2024; find these on SNKRS and select Nike Basketball retailers for $190. The t-shirts are also returning in three colorways.

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