Nike Kobe 11 Achilles Heel

Defined by its innovative simplicity, the Nike Kobe 11 designed by Eric Avar, is essentially an updated take of its predecessor. Incorporating pearlescent TPU threads for its upper, a stronger iteration of Flyknit, this progressive enhancement offers even more support, as well as high performance, lightweight and responsiveness. Cushioning is supplemented with a full-length Lunarlon foam and Zoom unit in the heel.

Flaunting a classic Red and Black palette for its inaugural colorway, the theme is also a subtle nod to the Greek god Achilles, as well as Bryant’s season-ending surgery in 2013. A graphic of the hero is seen on the right heel, while the left features four-stitch marks representing the four feet of thread used in Bryant’s 2013 Achilles surgery.