Kobe-Mania Adding to Mayo's Positive Vibes

Before Kobe Bryant Michael Jordan was almost the black mamba

An ESPN report reveals Nike originally pitched the “Black Mamba” campaign to Michael Jordan in 2003 before Kobe Bryant made it iconic. Explore the stunning what-if scenario that could have reshaped sneaker history, Jordan Brand, and the legacy of Mamba Mentality forever.

Inside the secret history of the black mamba

In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.

Kobe-mania adding to Mayo's positive vibes

Mayo got back in the groove after their reality check in Letterkenny, helped by their teenage star