Kobe Bryant death: Nike pulls all 'Kobe' gear from online store in wake of tragic loss

In wake of LA Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's tragic death, Nike has taken steps to stop resellers from profiting from sad news by pulling all Kobe-related products from its website. As of w, searches for 'Kobe' on Nike's websites shows a purple and yellow Nike gift card that bears Lakers logo. 

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Kobe Bryant death: Nike mourns death of Lakers legend

Nike partnered with Kobe Bryant for release of 'Nike Kobe' series of basketball sneakers. sneaker series has widely been considered as one of best in industry in both its design and invation. sneakers have already been worn by more than 100 NBA players this season and continue to be .1 choice for basketball professional around globe.

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On Monday night, at Nike World Headquarters in Oregon, staff gared throughout day around a 35-foot poster of Bryant to pay hom to departed basketball legend. Nike also released a public statement hailing Kobe Bryant as one of greatest athletes of his generation and lauding him for his impact on sports community.

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Kobe Bryant death: Retailers trying to prevent resale profiting

According to ESPN, Nike had already planned to launch latest edition of sneaker series,  Kobe 5 Protro. It is slated for a February 7 release. Kobe 5 Protro is said to hour his 5th and final NBA Championship in 2010. However, after Bryant's sudden demise, Nike is reportedly contemplating wher to go forward with release as planned or postpone launch for a later date. In addition to Nike, several resale stores are also reportedly taking steps to combat people profiting off of Kobe Bryant's death. Complex reports that popular footwear store Foot Locker has been asked to return Kobe product to Swoosh. 

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