Up for sale is a highly collectible 1997–1998 Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers game issued jersey, from just his second NBA season and Nike’s first year producing NBA uniforms.

An exceptional early-career Kobe piece that also represents a key transition era in NBA jersey history.

Details:

Team: Los Angeles Lakers

Player: Kobe Bryant

Season: 1997–1998

Type: Game Issued

Brand: Nike (inaugural NBA season)

Size: 46 +4 length

Made in USA

Authentication: MEARS COA

Condition:

Excellent overall condition for a late 90s team-issued jersey. Shows appropriate characteristics consistent with issued examples from the era. Please review all photos for full detail.

Why this piece matters:

Early career Kobe Bryant (pre-title years)

Nike’s first NBA season (1997–1998)

Proper pro cut (46 +4 length) consistent with team-issued specs

Made in USA, as expected for authentic on-court era jerseys

MEARS authenticated for added confidence

Kobe Bryant jerseys from this era—especially legitimate team-issued examples—are becoming increasingly difficult to source and are tightly held in collections.