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Nike Has Removed All Kobe Bryant Items From Online Store & Redirects To An ‘In Memory Post’
On Sunday, the basketball world was hit with the worst possible news. Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California.
Unfortunately, with tragedies like this, there often are people who are trying to profit from it. I’ve seen numerous new business pages pop up on Facebook and Instagram, that sell cheaply made and profit-oriented Kobe merchandise. It’s a shame, but that’s how it is.
Nike thankfully does this opposite and that beautifully. Temporarily removing all Kobe merchandise from Nike.com, a search for ‘Kobe’ or ‘Kobes’ on the website will direct you to an in Memory page, that Nike set up.
“Along with millions of athletes and fans throughout the world, we are devastated by today’s tragic news. We extend our deepest sympathies to those closest to Kobe and Gianna, especially their family and friends.
As we are learning more details of the accident and the others who have tragically lost their lives, our heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone involved and impacted.
Kobe was one of the greatest athletes of his generation and has had an immeasurable impact on the world of sport and the community of basketball. He was a beloved member of the Nike family. We will miss him greatly. Mamba forever.”
