Sneaker fans looking for a Kobe Bryant memento are in for a treat as the NBA icon’s signature Nike basketball shoes will reortedly be available next year.

According to a leak from FootwearNews.com, the green kicks that Bryant wore in his Christmas Day 2010 game against the Miami Heat -- the Nike Kobe 6 Protro, nicknamed “Grinch” is on its way back and it will include updated technology.

The original footwear is selling for top dollar among sneaker aficionados. StockX is selling it for $1,500 with the high bid at $2,000. On GOAT.com, the lowest price is $1,655 and the top request is $3,320.

Nike has not confirmed or denied the release of the shoe, but that hasn’t stopped the anticipation.