Los Angeles Dodgers players, including Mookie Betts, were honored with exclusive sneakers from Kobe Bryant's signature Nike line, courtesy of Vanessa Bryant, on the eighth anniversary of Bryant's last NBA game. The special footwear, featuring a team color scheme, was gifted to the Dodgers as a tribute to the late basketball legend.
The Dodgers expressed their gratitude to Vanessa Bryant for the thoughtful gesture, showcasing the unique Nike Kobe 6 LA Dodgers PE shoes on social media. Players were captured in a video opening their new sneakers, with Betts expressing his intention to wear them daily.
Manager Dave Roberts also shared his excitement, describing the sneakers as 'ridiculous' and expressing his intention to wear them with 'Mamba pride,' a reference to Bryant's iconic Black Mamba nickname.
Kobe Bryant's legacy continues to resonate in the sports world, particularly in Los Angeles, where he played his entire NBA career for the Lakers. His remarkable final game on April 13, 2016, when he scored 60 points against the Utah Jazz, is celebrated annually as Mamba Day.
Tragically, Bryant's life was cut short in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, at the age of 41, leaving behind a profound impact on the basketball community and beyond.
The gesture from Vanessa Bryant to the Dodgers serves as a poignant reminder of Kobe Bryant's enduring influence and the lasting connections he forged with athletes across different sports.
For more MLB news and updates, visit AP MLB.
