“ Growing up, he was my idol. Not just my idol, probably the whole generation’s idol. For us, he was the Michael Jordan of our generation .” Giannis Antetokounmpo once said what the real influence of Kobe Bryant on him was. It’s been five years since the unfortunate news of the Lakers legend’s passing away. But Nike and Vanessa Bryant have made sure to continue honoring Mamba. With their efforts and the love for the 5x NBA champion, his influence is quantifiable.

According to Chris Gunther of Hoopshype, the Nike Kobe shoe line was the runaway winner as the most-worn signature sneaker in the NBA during the 2024-25 NBA season. Yes, beating Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Giannis, and even Stephen Curry. Out of the 569 players who appeared on the rosters of the league’s 30 teams last season,

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