Let’s take another look at the upcoming Nike Kobe 9 Elite “What The”, which we’re now just a week from release. As usual with Nike’s “What The” releases, this model incorporates design cues from previous colorways of the Kobe 9, sporting a white base with multiple pastel colors throughout the inner panels. The outsole has received light speckles, while the tongue lining has received a collage naming previously-released Kobe 9 colorways. Originally thought to drop next Saturday, January 10, it seems this sneaker hit stores a day later, releasing on Sunday, January 11. Retail price is set at $275, with availability at Nikestore and select retailers.

If you’d like to grab a pair early, quite a few sizes are already available on eBay. Here’s a link to the listings.

Nike Kobe 9 (IX) Elite
Color: Multi-Color/Chlorine Blue-Black
Style: 678301-904
Release: 01/11/2015
Price: $275.00


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