Nike Says Kobe Gear Sold Out, Contradicting Report It Was Pulled
- Searches at website go to statement on athlete’s death
- ESPN had reported company pulled goods to deter profiteers
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Nike Inc. says its online store sold out of Kobe Bryant shoes and apparel in the two days after the NBA icon’s tragic death, contradicting a report that the company pulled the merchandise to thwart profiteers.
The website no longer shows Bryant products available for purchase. A spokeswoman for the company confirmed the sellout, but declined to comment on the volume or revenue.