Devin Booker is bringing one of his most personal Kobe-inspired looks over to the Nike Book 2, with the “Be Legendary” colorway expected to arrive later this year.

The story goes back to 2016, when Booker faced Kobe Bryant during Kobe’s final season. After the game, Kobe gave him a signed pair of Kobe 11s with “Be Legendary” written on the shoe. Booker held onto that message and later worked it into a Kobe 4 PE he wore during the 2021 NBA Finals, followed by a Book 1 PE a few years later.

That purple setup now carries over to the Book 2. Lighter purple tumbled leather covers the lower part of the shoe, while darker ripstop takes over up top. A black patent leather Swoosh runs across the side, with more purple showing up on the laces, tongue, and textured sockliner.

There does not appear to be any “Be Legendary” text on the retail pair itself. Instead, the usual Book 2 details stay in place, including “Chapter Two” down the heel pull tab and Booker branding on the tongue. A grey speckled midsole sits underneath, finished off with an icy translucent outsole.

Nike Book 2 Be Legendary Release Date

The Nike Book 2 “Be Legendary” is expected to release November 20, 2026 through Nike.com and select retailers. The pair will be available in men’s sizing for $145.

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