Game-Worn Michael Jordan shoes

No one can rival Michael Jordan in the signature shoe game. But Kobe Bryant has always come pretty close to His Airness, whether on the court or in selling kicks. And on Friday night, the two NBA legends crossed paths once again, as Jordan Brand gifted Bryant an absolutely amazing custom collection, featuring a black version and white version of every single Jordan in the signature line, from the original 1 to the recently debuted 30:

Kobe's footwear collection just got a little bit larger.

Lakers 8s? Lakers 8s.

Courtesy: Nike

The explanation, in accordance with Nike's development site, is a straightforward and elegant one:

The set had been highlighted because of the Air Jordan III and Air Jordan VIII, which Bryant wore during 2002-03 season, into the white, purple and gold colors that have defined Bryant’s career.

Now, we realize what you are thinking — this is a great group of shoes, and I want to buy straight away. Thereon front, we good quality and bad news. The white kicks tend to be Kobe's; you're not likely planning to get those. The second set, though, is up for auction (in dimensions 14, the same as Bryant) to profit charity.