Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low 'Michael Jackson' & 'Beethoven'

Athletes are people just like us. They gather inspiration for what they do through different mediums, and with these latest Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low drops, Kobe puts those muses on display. Here you have the Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low 'Michael Jackson' & 'Beethoven'. 

The 'Hyper Grape' colorway, inspired by Michael Jackson, sports a vivid purple upper with hints of black all over, metallic silver branding, and some carbon fiber on the heel counter. Not to be neglected, the translucent outsole is adored with a lunar surface graphic. These will drop Saturday, July 12th at Nike.com and other basketball retailers.

Via Nike Inc:

The KOBE 9 Elite Low brings Bryant’s muses to life.  The artistry of music and its ability to move and inspire people has always intrigued the athlete. From classical to pop, he has appreciation for multiple genres.

The 'Grey' colorway, inspired by Kobe's love for Beethoven, features a mostly flyknit upper of white and black making it grey looking, and also features carbon fiber on the heel counter. Look for these to drop August 16th at Nike.com and other basketball retailers.

Via Nike Inc:

The KOBE 9 Elite Low Beethoven pays tribute to the German composer and pianist, and more specifically the power of his Ninth Symphony from the early 1800s. The grey color of this colorway represents Beethoven’s timeless quality.