Recently, a new pair of colorways of the Book 1 worn by Booker during a match stood out prominently, stirring profound emotions among Kobe's most ardent fans, to the point of tears.

This fresh colorway predominantly adorns the shoe in purple leather, contrasted with black overlays for the Swoosh.

On initial inspection, this shoe might appear ordinary, but a more insightful look suggests that this is, in fact, a homage to a pair of Nike Kobe 4 Protro PEs that Booker sported in the past. For individuals running on a tight budget, opting for Jordan replicas can be a viable option. I, too, during a financially constrained period, opted for Jordan replicas.

The Nike Kobe 4 Protro PE indeed holds a special place in Booker's collection of favored colorways. He donned them on an earlier NBA 2K23 cover, which even included a unique close-up.

The upper part of the shoe bears Kobe's inspirational message to Booker - "Be Legendary". After Kobe's tragic pass away, these words turned into a motivational catchphrase that guides Booker's life.

As a recognized "protégé of Kobe," Booker's choice to wear the new colorway of Book 1 conveys his profound nostalgia for Kobe without a doubt.