Tag: Kobe Bryant Signature Line

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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”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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“5 AM Flight” Kobe X on the way in 2026

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News has emerged that the “5 AM Flight” Kobe X Low will return in 2026.  No images have come to light yet, but in keeping true to its progenitor: the 2026 iteration should sport a blue lagoon and black ayantheic upper, adorned on the sides with black Swooshes. A Kobe logo appears on the rear heel with a signature perched atop the tongue.  Underneath the upper should reside a blue-tinted translucent midsole and rubber outsole.  The “5 AM Flight” Nike Kobe X Protro is planned to make its return during the 2026 holiday season.  Nike…

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“City of Champions” Nike Kobe I Protro coming February 2026

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This upcoming Kobe I Protro honors thestoriedhistory of the Los Angeles Lakers as well as paying homage to Kobe’s connection to SoCal.  They sport a work blue upper overlaid with cracked summit white leather at the toe. The same aesthetic is seen at the Swooshes that adorn the sides as well as the “UPTEMPO” branded rear heel.  A blue Kobe logo is seen on the front of the tongue, while “67-99”, the years that the Lakers called the Great Western Forum home, appears at the rear. The insoles feature a…

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“University Red” Nike Kobe Offcourt Slides coming October 2025

Brandon King

These upcoming Kobe slides feature a university red aesthetic with a snake-scaled overstrap that is home to a white Kobe logo.  Countered foam makes appearances at the footbed, the aforementioned strap, as well as the midsole.  The “University Red” Nike Kobe Offcourt Slides will debut this October on nike.com and select retail establishments; they will carry a 42 USD sticker price.  Nike Kobe Offcourt SlidesUniversity Red/WhiteIF2870-600$42October 2025

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“University Red” Kobe IX Low Protro EM Set to Heat Up Fall 2025

Brandon King

The “University Red” is a new color way of the Kobe IX Low Protro EM that is primed for a fall 2025 release.  They sport a university red engineered mesh upper with white Swooshes adorning the sides. White also shows up on the Kobe logo perched atop the tongue as well as the nine hash marks that occupy the rear heel.  Underneath resides a red speckled white midsole and black stability rails, the ones at the lateral rear heel feature a Kobe signature. A white rubber outsole completes the aesthetic. …

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