Kobe Bryant’s signature shoes are a hit among basketball players! Kobe’s newest shoe, by Nike, is the lightest Nike shoe ever made. Kobe wanted the lightest, lowest basketball sneaker ever and Nike came through, releasing the V at an unheard-of 10.6 ounces. The height of the shoe provides Kobe maximum mobility while giving his feet full range of motion without resistance. Bryant wanted a precise shoe that looked good, but played even better. Up to this point in the '09-'10 season, Kobe has led the Lakers to the best record in the Western Conference and is looking to collect his fifth NBA Championship ring.