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Nike is bringing the Black Mamba to the desert.
Nike and Kobe Brand are reportedly preparing a four-sneaker “Mamba vs. Diamondback” collection for NBA All-Star Weekend 2027 in Phoenix, Arizona. The pack will feature two Kobe basketball silhouettes alongside two lifestyle classics, all dressed in a Black/Chile Red/Khaki color scheme.
Four Sneakers in the Pack
The reported collection includes:
- Nike Kobe 5 Protro — $200
- Nike Kobe AD Protro — $155
- Nike Air Force 1 Low — $120
- Nike Dunk Low Protro — $135
All four pairs are expected to release in February 2027, around NBA All-Star Weekend. Individual release dates and official product images have not yet been confirmed.
The Story Behind “Mamba vs. Diamondback”
The collection’s theme connects Kobe Bryant’s legendary Black Mamba identity with the diamondback rattlesnake native to Arizona, the host state for the 2027 NBA All-Star festivities.
The Black/Chile Red/Khaki palette could lend itself to snakeskin-inspired textures and desert-themed design details, although the final materials and appearance of each shoe remain unconfirmed.
With two basketball models and two lifestyle silhouettes, the collection could appeal to both longtime Kobe fans and sneaker collectors looking for something beyond performance footwear.
Release Details
| Detail | Information |
| Collection | Mamba vs. Diamondback |
| Brand | Nike / Kobe Brand |
| Expected release | February 2027 |
| Event | NBA All-Star Weekend |
| Reported colorway | Black/Chile Red/Khaki |
| Models | Kobe 5 Protro, Kobe AD Protro, Air Force 1 Low, Dunk Low Protro |
| Price range | $120–$200 |
Sneaker Shop Talk verdict: Four silhouettes, one Kobe-inspired theme, and an All-Star Weekend backdrop. The biggest question now is how Nike will translate the Mamba-versus-diamondback concept across all four pairs.
Stay tuned to Sneaker Shop Talk for official images, confirmed release dates, and updates as more details emerge.
Which pair are you going after: the Kobe 5 Protro, Kobe AD Protro, Air Force 1, or Dunk Low? Let us know in the comments!
