Kobe Bryant: A Trip Through the Basketball Shoes of the Black Mamba

Kobe Bryant is one of the most fascinating athletes that the NBA has ever seen. As a Los Angeles Laker, Bryant has done it all and then some.

He will undoubtedly go down as one of the greatest players in NBA history. With five NBA titles, 12 All-Star appearances, a gold medal and everything in between, Bryant is amazing. His credentials speak for themselves, but he's also the game's best closer and an elite defender.

Whether it's been with or without Shaquille O'Neal, Bryant has been impressive. Now the team leader of the Lakers with viable sidekicks Pau Gasol and Ron Artest, Bryant is still proving doubters wrong.

This Lower Merion product has become more than a household name. Like him or not, he might as well be the best player that this generation has ever seen.  

During his career, he's also supplied an assortment of sneakers. The sneakers have made him even more famous and made kids attempt to emulate Bryant on the court with his sneakers on. Bryant's swift transition from Adidas to Nike has put even more money into his pocket.

Here are Bryant's shoes throughout his NBA career.

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