Category: Kobe Bryant

PE Corner: Caitlin Clark unveils “Sonic” Nike Kobe V Protro PE

Brandon King

Sunday Caitlin Clark helped the Indiana Fever get their first home win of the season with a 89-78 win over the Seattle Storm.  Clark , who posted a near triple double with 21 points, 10 assists and 7 rebounds, did so in style as she introduced the world to a new Playern Exclusive iteration on the Nike Kobe V Protro.  Inspired by Sega’s blue, briskly running hedgehog, they featured a white and royal fused upper with gold-bordered Swooshes adorning the sides. Metallic gold shows up at the heel counter and…

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Caitlin Clark x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Coconut Milk” Set For June Release

Brandon King

New images of the upcoming Caitlin Clark x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Coconut Milk” have emerged courtesy of ath.snkrs, giving sneaker fans another detailed look at one of the more anticipated Kobe releases of the summer. The upcoming Kobe V Protro sports a clean “Coconut Milk” base, complemented by Bright Spruce overlays and contrasting hits of University Red throughout the sneaker. A white Kobe sheath logo appears on the tongue, while Caitlin Clark branding is reportedly placed at the heel, further cementing her growing partnership presence within Nike Basketball’s Kobe…

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PE Corner: Jalen Brunson debuts new Kobe III Low Protro PE

Brandon King

Although it went longer than they or their fans would have liked, the Knicks were able to get by the Atlanta Hawks 4-2 in the opening round the Eastern Conference playoffs.  As the Knicks season continues on, that means we get to see how deep does Jalen Brunson’s bag of Kobe PEs goes. His latest was this Kobe III Protro Low, which he broke out in the Knicks 137-98 public caning of the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their second round series.  They feature a gradient upper that transitions…

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“Denim” Nike x Kobe Bryant Air Force 1 Low coming this summer 

Brandon King

This upcoming Kobe x Nike Air Force brings a color way, once part of a quite limited 2006 PE release, to the masses.  Light grey denim forms the foundational layer, which is overlaid with that of darker, navy denim at the toe, eye rows flanking the ankle, as well as wrapping the heel. Orange stitching connects all the panels, as well as the Swooshes that adorn the sides, adds a visual pop, with a Kobe logo in the same color appears on the lower lateral heel.  Undereath the aaformentioned upper…

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“All-Star” Nike Kobe IV Protro to return next spring

Brandon King

The spring of 2027 will see the return of the “All-Star” Nike Kobe IV Protro.  Originally released in 2009, they were on the feet of the late great Kobe Bryant in that season’s All-Star Game, as he scored 27 points and 4 steals, splitting MVP honors with former running mate Shaquille O’Neal ( who had 17 points in just 11 minutes) in the first time the two shared the court as teammates since 2004.  The hope and the expectation is that the folks in Beaverton will roll out a proper…

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”Mambacita” Nike Kobe III Low Protro coming in May

Brandon King

Nike is dropping another Kobe sneaker commemorating Gigi Bryant.  This time the Kobe III gets the Mambacita treatment, with the special edition model utilizing a white, black and metallic gold color palette. Patent leather shows up at the toe cap and wrapping the heel, bookending a white mesh and synthetic mid section.  The patent edges feature the pinking ( the saw tooth serrated edges ) and the broguing ( the decorative punched holes) typically seen on wingtips, adding a touch of elegance to the aesthetic.  Gold detailing at the rear…

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”Atomic Pink” Nike Kobe III Protro Low coming July 1

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Nike is breathing new life into the Kobe III Protro, a previously overlooked silhouette in the venerable Kobe line, with multiple releases on its upcoming docket. One of those is a lower collared iteration that was seen on the feet of Michigan commit and five-star recruit Brandon McCoy Jr at the Nike Hoop summit They feature an atomic pink upper with bright crimson taking care of the Kobe logo perched atop the tongue as well as the Swoosh that wraps the rear heel as well as the laces. Underenath the…

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PE Corner: Jalen Brunson Unveils “Jordyn” Nike Kobe V Protro PE Inspired by His Daughter

Brandon King

In what amounted to a glorified scrimmage disguised as an NBA game, the New York Knicks dismantled the Chicago Bulls 136-96—and Jalen Brunson made sure to bring heat to the hardwood. Brunson debuted a heartfelt new Kobe V Protro Player Exclusive, dubbed the “Jordyn” PE, inspired by his daughter. The sneaker features a pink Flywire-equipped base, overlaid with a fused layer adorned in a repeating heart pattern—an unmistakable nod to its inspiration. That same motif carries onto the tongue, while an embroidered heart at the heel further reinforces the personal…

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“Toronto Raptors” Nike Kobe IV Protro coming June 26

Brandon King

Although Kobe Bryant became synonymous with the purple and gold of the Los Angeles Lakers, his NBA journey technically began with the Charlotte Hornets, who selected him 13th overall in the 1996 NBA Draft. This upcoming Nike Kobe IV Protro “Draft Day” Pack flips that moment into storytelling gold. 🔥 The Concept The collection features 13 colorways, each representing one of the teams that passed on Kobe before his selection. Every pair includes: 🦖 Raptors Pair Breakdown (Pick No. 2) The first reveal honors the Toronto Raptors, who selected Marcus…

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“Fade to Black” Nike Kobe 11 Protro Returning This Year

Brandon King

Ten years after Kobe Bryant delivered his unforgettable 60-point farewell performance, the iconic “Fade to Black” colorway is set to return in Protro form. Originally worn during his final NBA game on April 13, 2016, the “Fade to Black” Kobe 11 has become one of the most meaningful sneakers in the entire Kobe signature line. Now, a decade later, it’s making a comeback—bridging legacy and modern performance. The updated Protro version stays true to the original design while benefiting from performance upgrades. It features a sleek black mesh upper, accented…

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