There was a turning point in Kobe Bryant’s career when he stopped being just a rising star - and became the Black Mamba. In this video, I break down the moment that defined his transformation ...

Official images, pricing, and shopping information for the Nike Kobe 9 Low EM Protro "Mambacita" sneakers dropping on May 1, ...

While at Kansas, Bryant was given the nickname "Hawk-Mamba." It was a mix of Kansas' mascot (Jayhawks) and Kobe Bryant's "Black Mamba" moniker. Last year Bryant was a first-team All-Big 12 player.

The sneaker sticks to the traditional black and white color scheme used on previous "Mambacita" styles inspired by the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation jerseys. Elevating the look is the ...