Kobe Bryant's estate ends 18-year partnership with Nike

Kobe Bryant's contract with Nike has expired after 18 years, the company and the late NBA legend's wife Vanessa Bryant announced Monday. "Kobe Bryant was an important part of Nike's deep connection to consumers. He pushed us and made everyone around him better," Nike said in a statement. "Though our contractual relationship has ended, he remains a deeply loved member of the Nike family."