Nike tried making Michael Jordan Black Mamba before Kobe Bryant

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.

Kobe Bryant’s “Black Mamba” Nickname Was First Pitched to Michael Jordan, but He Turned It Down

Kobe Bryant's iconic Black Mamba nickname was originally offered to fellow NBA legend Michael Jordan with an Air Jordan ad campaign by Nike.

Nike tried making Michael Jordan Black Mamba before Kobe Bryant

Back in 2002, Nike created a whole campaign around Michael Jordan and the black mamba, only to learn MJ hates snakes

Jordan Brand Developed Black Mamba Ad Years Before the Snake Was Associated with Kobe

Michael Jordan was the original “Black Mamba,” according to a new story in ESPN.

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.

Michael Jordan's Fear of Snakes Helped Create Kobe Bryant's 'Black Mamba' Brand

When any basketball fan talks about the late Kobe Bryant, they often think about how his playing style and mannerisms The post Michael Jordan’s Fear of Snakes Helped Create Kobe Bryant’s ‘Black Mamba’ Brand appeared first on FirstSportz.