The Air Jordan 9 Retro �Kobe� is inspired by the player exclusive model worn by Kobe Bryant during his period of sneaker free agency in the 2002-03 season. Released in November of 2016 . the design features a white leather upper with concord patent leather overlays and tour yellow accents. The sneaker also replaces the original�s #8 with the Jordan Brand�s signature #23 on its heels.