After debuting earlier this month, Kobe Bryant's latest post-retirement sneakers are getting a fresh Lakers look in May.
The Nike Kobe A.D. NXT 360 will release in a "Yellow Strike" makeup next month. This colorway drives home the Los Angeles inspiration with an all-yellow 360-degree Flyknit upper with a white Swoosh. Accents include purple on the translucent outsole and tongue, which are contrasted by a lighter shade of purple on the heel clip. Like the previous "Mamba Day" colorway, this new style also features red logos at the heel.
Despite the presence of official nike.com product images, release information for this pair remains a bit muddy. A similar pair has previously been advertised for a April 30 launch at some retailers, but it appears that's no longer in the cards as this "Yellow Strike" makeup is now expected to arrive on May 24 according to Hibbett Sports. Expect the $200 retail price to stick.
Nike Kobe A.D. NXT 360
Release Date: 06/01/18
Color: Yellow Strike/White
Style #: AQ1087-700
Price: $200
UPDATE (05/30): Nike has confirmed a Friday, June 1 release date for these NXT 360s, along with sharing the backstory behind the colorway. The Lakers-themed makeup is said to be inspired by Kobe's performance in Game 4 of the 2006 NBA Playoffs opening round, when the Black Mamba led Los Angeles to overtime and an eventual W over the Phoenix Suns.
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