After about an hour or so, the forum ended and the Zoom Kobe I contest began. This was a contest where select shops were asked to create their own interpretation of the Zoom Kobe I.

Bobitto, aka DJ Cucumberslice, was the MC who facilitated tonight’s discussions. He opened the night with a brief conversation with Nike Basketball Category Footwear Leader Kris Aman.

The Fonde Rec Center was packed on Saturday to honor the recent inductees to the Fonde Rec Center Basketball Hall of Fame.

Nike and Footlocker transformed an area of the Northline Mall into a little mini-arena. This was an all-ages event, packed with children and adults.

Friday was overcast and chilly, but that didn’t bring the excitement within the city down. The city is a buzz, as celebrities are being spotted everywhere – decked out SUVs and rims are a common site.

Nike iD stations were setup around the venue. Those attending the event were able to iD a pair of laser Zoom Kobe 1’s, which you can’t iD anywhere else.

The Zoom Kobe I event was held at Next, a club in downtown Houston. The remodeled venue now resembles that of the 255 store in LES NYC – luxury and plush.