Kobe Bryant’s sudden death has turned into big business for resellers.
Kobe Bryant’s sudden death has turned into big business, especially for resellers who are being criticized for capitalizing on the tragedy.
The sneakers Adidas made for Kobe when he was one of its sponsored athletes also jumped, with the ‘Storm Trooper’ sneaker that launched in 2000 selling for $50 in a size 13 on Oct. 22, 2019 but selling for $769 in a size 13.5 on Sunday. The Crazy 97 EQT sneakers sold in a size 9 for $170 on Jan. 17 and for $1,200 in a size 13 on Sunday.
Canadian sneaker shop Courtside said it would be writing “RIP #8 #24” on the midsoles of Kobe sneakers in permanent marker to combat resale. “Anyone who ordered yesterday will be emailed and have the option of canceling or accepting,” the store said.
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