Today, Jeremy Lin and the New York Knicks welcome the Black Mamba himself and his Los Angeles Lakers to town for what we hope will be a heck of an NBA basketball game. Regardless of the outcome, Kobe is also set to make an appearance at the 120 West 34th Street Foot Locker located a mere steps from where he will playing earlier on in the night. His appearance is part of a marketing campaign aimed at garnering attention for the Nike Zoom Kobe VII “Shark” which will release at midnight from said location. Wristbands will be handed out between 8 and 10PM, with the first 12 attendees getting a chance to have his/her pair signed by Kobe Bryant himself. Let us know if you decide to stop by and feel free to write to us here as you wait in line!

The very first sneaker the Black Mamba donned as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers is now available.

The adidas Top Ten 2000 was beloved at the time of its original release because of the comfort of the “Feet You Wear” technology, famously adopted by the Crazy 8.

Retroed for the first time in a few years, the dark indigo colorway is available now from Packer Shoes for $100.

For many years there has always been one lingering question: Who’s the next Michael Jordan? We’ve come to see many players emulate their game after the G.O.A.T. (this is not up for debate), but none unlike that of Kobe Bryant.

From the turnaround fade-a-way jumper to the mannerisms used during his interviews, many sports fans and enthusiasts of the game alike can agree that Kobe is the closest active player and up until now has rightfully earned the title of heir. No, we’re not saying Kobe Brant is better than Michael Jordan or anywhere close to accomplishing everything that MJ did, but for the most part, Kobe has lived up to the challenge. How? Well aside from showing the facts, Michael Jordan himself attests to the claim.

Famed writer, Roland Lazenby, is currently working on a book that pays tribute to Michael Jordan and has spoken to the man. Roland took to twitter to share his thoughts:

“Kobe’s ultimate competition is MJ. That’s why MJ watches him. MJ made people think what he was doing wasn’t human. Ditto the Kobester. I never said Kobe was better than MJ. MJ just told me Kobe’s the only one to have done the work, to deserve comparison.”

Hopefully, we’ll all be able to read more on MJ’s thoughts when the book releases in the near future, but until then, the words have been spoken. Do you agree?

Following our look at the “Attack Fast” midsole, we now have a look at the “Attack Strong” midsole in the Nike Kobe VII System Supreme.

Featuring Lunar Foam, the “Attack Strong” midsole provides cushioning and protection alongside a proprioceptive sleeve to provide added ankle support and a sense of security when moving in space.

Eric Avar and Kobe Bryant detail the “Attack Strong” midsole in this video, while also touching on how Kobe’s game has evolved over the years.

“The Kobe VII System isn’t a shoe, but a system that adapts with you and allows you to elevate your game.”

With a high volume heel Zoom Air unit and a low profile forefoot Zoom Air unit, the Attack Fast midsole in the Nike Kobe VII System Supreme is geared toward players who need a quick, responsive first step in order to blow past the defender.

Check out this new spot from Nike Basketball as Kobe Bryant and Nike Creative Director Eric Avar describe in detail the benefits of “attacking fast”.

The Kobe VII “Shark” continues to look better and better with each and every preview.

With the shark adorning the heel of the shoe and watery graphic on the upper, this is undoubtedly one of the coolest takes we’ve seen on a Kobe signature.

Enjoy another look at the “Shark” via SoleAwesome and remember to cop the obsidian/white-blue grey-current blue kicks with the “Play Fast” sole come February 4 for $140.

Not only are P-Rod and Aziz Anasari on the KobeSystem, but it appears that just about everyone else is too.

Check out this new vid, courtesy of Nike Basketball, in which everyone from sports stars to even Kanye West and Richard Branson sing the praises of the KobeSystem.

“The KobeSystem is where the successful find more success. You don’t have to listen to us, though. Take their word for it.”