Patrick Johnson 
We’re confident that Kobe Bryant is a different animal and the same beast during the early days of his retirement. And if Nike Basketball has showed us anything after the Mamba’s last game, it’s that his signature models will continue to thrive well after his jersey hangs in the Staples Center’s rafters. Take this Kobe 11 Elite “4KB” as the perfect example of a high-performance model complete with a lifestyle ready aesthetic.
The Nike Kobe 11 Elite returns in another premium colorway, as the Flyknit upper manages to blend a black to olive gradient with just the right amount of red accents for a decidedly militaristic vibe. Nike is still altering the heel panels too, as a leather construction adds jagged cuts, additional perforations, and an all-seeing eye logo. Gum outsoles add the perfect casual finish to this tonal Kobe 11 Elite pair.
What do you think of the look? There’s still no word on a release date just yet, but stick with us right here on Sneaker News for more updates in the near future. More photos below.
Update: The Nike Kobe 11 Elite Low “4KB” is scheduled to release at European retailers on September 17th, 2016 for $200. Stay tuned for more information.
Source: Soul SNKR Boutique
Nike Kobe 11 Elite Low “4KB”
Style Code: 824463-063
Price: $200
