Sneakers in which Kobe Bryant tore his Achilles tendon will be auctioned for $600,000 dollars

That day, the star tore his Achilles tendon in the fourth quarter. Despite this, he went down in history because he continued playing and managed to make two free throws before leaving, already injured.

kobe tied the shares at 109 points, with three minutes left on the clock. According to Brahm Wachter, responsible for Modern Collectibles at Sotheby’sis an iconic moment that exemplified the mentality of Bryant.

“There is no moment in the career of kobe more emblematic of the ‘Mamba Mentality’ than the ‘Achilles Game’, a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence and his competitive spirit,” he said.

“While he was naturally talented, it was his tireless work ethic. Bryant which really set him apart from his peers. “These game-worn shoes reflect the admirable strength that made him one of the greatest in basketball history,” he added.

The sneakers have the colors of Los Angeles Lakers with purple, black and white tones. Precisely on the heel they have the player’s signature in yellow, the same color as the brand logo Nike.

Since his tragic death in a helicopter crash in January 2020, several items from his career have been auctioned. Bryant. In 2024, Sotheby’s He also sold three pairs of sneakers that kobe used in other games.

One of them sold for $946,800. Other items auctioned include an autographed jersey by kobewhich sold for $795,000.

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