Category: PE Corner

PE Corner: Caitlin Clark wears “Cookie Monster” Nike Kobe VI  Protro

Brandon King

This Player Exclusive iteration of the Kobe VI Protro was seen on the feet of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. They sport a blue snake-scaled upper adorned on the sides with black Swooshes.  A Kobe logo is perched atop the champagne mesh tongue, with Kobe’s signature appearing on the external heel counter. The laces are blue and shaggy, reminiscent of Sesame Street character whose affinity for cookies had him in a stranglehold since 1966.  Underneath resides a blue midsole as well as a deep blue translucent royal blue rubber outsole. …

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PE Corner: Rob Dillingham’s Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo

Brandon King

This iteration of the popular Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo was made for Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Rob Dillingham.  They sport a lightweight mesh and synthetic fireberry upper adorned on the sides with metallic gold Swooshes. The tongue features branding inspired by Dillingham’s “Rob With Da Shifts” alter nickname.  Underneath resides a ZoomX midsole that delivers light and responsive cushioning as well as a pink rubber outsole.  The Rob Dillingham x Nike GT Cut Turbo 3 is currently available at nike.com; it will carry a 210 USD sticker price.  Rob Dillingham…

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PE Corner: Kobe VI Protro Gets a Personal Twist from Caitlin Clark—Inspired by Her Dog

Brandon King

This player-exclusive iteration of the Kobe VI Protro is in commemoration of Caitlin Clark’s beloved canine, Bella.  They sport a light khaki snake-scaled upper adorned on the sides with yellow Swooshes. On the insoles appears an image of Bella, while a Kobe logo is perched atop the pink tongue.  Underneath resides a sail midsole and a light khaki rubber outsole.  At this juncture there is no indication of planned retail release. Should that change it will be reported here. 

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First Look: “EYBL” Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro Player Exclusive for 2025 Season

Brandon King

This Kobe IX Low was made for the basketballers of the Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL). They sport a racer blue knit upper with metallic silver Swooshes adorning the sides. Perched atop the black, iridescent tongue is a Kobe signature and Kobe logo, while at the rear heel are 9 alternating turquoise and peach hashes. Backing the tongue is a series of numbers, which includes “07.18.2022”, which is the day that Kobe played at Rucker Park and was dubbed “Lord of the Rings.” Underneath resides a white midsole and black…

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Nike Kobe VI Protro ‘Statue of Liberty’ Worn by Jalen Brunson Set for Holiday 2025 Release

Brandon King

In our most recent segment of PE Corner, we highlighted the “ Statue of Liberty” player-exclusive iteration of the Kobe VI Protro, which Jalen Brunson wore in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.  The subjects PE Corner normally remain in the realm of Player Exclusive footwear, a space that is largely inaccesible to the to the rank and file sneaker enthisiast. However in a atyoical turn of events, these will see a retail release.  This upcoming Kobe VI Protro features a Hyper Turquoise upper with Metallic Copper accents, paying…

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PE Corner: Jalen Brunson Debuts Nike Kobe 6 Protro ‘Statue of Liberty’ PE in East Finals

Brandon King

During Game 2 of the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson debuted a striking new Player Exclusive (PE) sneaker: the Nike Kobe 6 Protro, dubbed the“Statue of Liberty.” They sport a turquoise snake-scaled upper adorned on the sides with bronze Swooshes. Bronze also shows up at the Kobe logo perched atop the tongue as well as the external heel counter, the later also being home to a Kobe signature.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a turquoise midsole and marbled rubber outsole.  As was the case in…

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PE Corner: Jalen Brunson debuts new Kobe VI Protro colorway against Pacers

Brandon King

The Eastern Conference Finals that pits the New York Knicks against the Indiana Pacers tipped off tonight and Knicks’ guard Jalen Brunson broke out a new colorway of the Kobe VI Protro.  They sport a lavender upper that fades to a soft pink. A purple and lavender tessellated pattern wraps the heel, with white Swooshes adorning the lateral and medial sides. Perched atop the tongue is a Kobe logo, while a Kobe signature takes its usual position on the external heel counter.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a pink midsole…

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PE Corner: The “Year of the Mamba” Kobe V Protro PE

Brandon King

This Player Exclusive iteration of the “Year of the Mamba Kobe V Protro features an all black FlyWire equipped upper. The Swoosh on the lateral side is in the ophidian embrace of a Black Mamba , while more conventional bending resides on the medial side.  A volt Kobe logo is perched atop the tongue, offering a bit of visual variety, while a silver Kobe signature is seen on the external heel counter. Underneath the upper resides a black midsole and black rubber outsole. There is no indication of a pending…

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PE Corner: Caitlin Clark wears “Rookie of the Year” Kobe V Protro in season opener

Brandon King

Sunday in the Indiana Fever’s nationally televised season opener against the Chicago Sky, Caitlin Clark broke out this player reclusive iteration of the Kobe V Protro.  They sport a semi-gloss metallic silver upper adorned on the sides with red Swooshes. Red also takes care of the inner, collar, tongue, laces, and the Kobe logo perched atop the tongue.  A shiny external heel counter that is home to a Kobe signature. Underneath resides a silver midsole and a red rubber outsole.  At this time, there is no indication of a planned…

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PE Corner: the “UNC” Air Jordan 9 PE

Brandon King

This Air Jordan 9 was made specifically for the UNC basketball program.  Another well-executed UNC PE, they sport a white leather upper overlaid with a university blue rand that also wraps the heel and extends up to the collar. A navy “23” appears beneath the global Jumpman logo, while “UNC” is perched atop each respective tongue. Navy lace loops are complemented beautifully by the university blue laces.  Underneath this upper resides a navy midsole and a Jumpman-branded white rubber outsole.  These will remain in the realm of Player Exclusive, well…

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