If there is such a thing as a preseason statement win, the Boston Celtics provided it on Thursday night, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 127-99. Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics led the way with 20 points and made his own statement with sneakers.

Brown is a free agent in terms of sneakers, so he can wear whatever he wants on the floor. The 26-year-old is wise above his years and frequently wears Nike basketball sneakers with special paint jobs to honor Bill Russell, the late-great Celtics legend. Fans who want to learn more about Brown’s hoop shoes can take a closer look at them and read a full breakdown below.

Protro Nike Kobe 6

During his incredible performance, Brown showcased a new pair of bespoke kicks from Kobe Bryant’s namesake footwear company. The Nike Kobe 6 Protro ‘Grinch’ colorway was launched in limited quantities in December 2020 for $190. The sneakers are currently priced at more than $700 on most resale websites.

Brown’s game-worn shoes would set you back a fortune. The Swoosh logo was changed with a black and gold graphic highlighting Russell’s impressive basketball history. The sneakers’ medial and lateral sides show words like “5x NBA MVP,” “963 Regular Season Games Played,” and other incredible stats from Russell’s famous career.

It’s impossible to improve on one of the Nike Kobe signature line’s most popular basketball sneakers, but Brown accomplished it. Although it is still preseason, the perennial All-Star is already planning for the postseason. For the most recent sneaker news, visit FanNationKicks.com.