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PE Corner: Duke Basketball shows off another Kobe PE

Staff

Duke Basketball was not done unveiling jaw-dropping Kobe PE’s and they may have saved the best one for last.  The white upper with black panels at the toe and sides is complemented with eye rows that transition from white to royal blue. Black mesh wraps the heel, joined by an external heel counter that features a Kobe signature.  Blue-bordered Swooshes adorn the sides, while a Kobe and Duke logo are seen on the right and left tongue, respectively. A white and black midsole and white rubber outsole round out the…

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Duke Basketball unveils another Kobe PE

Staff

Earlier this week Duke Basketball showed the world a team-exclusive black and blue iteration of the super over Kobe V. The Blue Devils were not done showing off footwear from their team-exclusive fleet as Tuesday afternoon the program unveiled an additional colorway of the Kobe V Protro.  Likely to be worn in games played in front of the Cameron Crazies, this Kobe V Protro sports a white and blue fused upper adorned on the sides with black bordered Duke blue Swooshes. Perched atop one tongue is a Duke logo, while…

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PE Corner: LSU basketball gets exclusive Nike Ja 3

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LSU basketball unveiled its team-exclusive version of the Ja 3.  This iteration of the Ja 3 sports a lightweight purple mesh foundational layer over top is yellow textured areas that form a claw scratch-like aesthetic.  A downturned, gold-bordered purple Swoosh is seen on the lateral side, along with a subtly displayed “A.”  A purple, branded tongue completes an upper that sits atop a ZoomX midsole that also features LSU branding, as well as a purple rubber outsole.  At this juncture, unfortunately, there is no indication of a planned retail release. …

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Duke Basketball unveils Kobe V PE

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Duke women’s basketball revealed a team-exclusive iteration of the Kobe V Protro.  This striking colorway sports a Duke Blue upper with a black fused overlay at the forefoot and eye rows. Black bordered white Swooshes adorn the sides, while a Duke logo is perched atop the left tongue, and a Kobe logo occupies that of the right.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a blue and black midsole as well as a black rubber outsole.  Images below via Duke Women’s Basketball 

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PE Corner: “The Academy” Nike Kobe V Protro EYBL PE 

Brandon King

This iteration of the Kobe V Protro was given to the basketballers of the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL): The Academy.  They sport a mint and black synthetic fused upper adorned on the sides with black Swooshes. Perched atop the mint tongue is a black Kobe logo. Royal blue is seen at the top of the rear heel, while underneath is an external heel counter that sports a Kobe signature.  Underneath this upper resides a black midsole and as well as a rubber outsole of the same hue.  As…

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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: Caitlin Clark Unveils Kobe V Protro PE at WNBA All-Star Weekend

Brandon King

Though injury kept her from playing in this weekend’s WNBA All-Star game, from the ankle down the Indiana Fever made a statement with her footgame.  Clark unveiled an All-Star-inspired Kobe V Protro that features a navy base with fuse panels that start off yellow but transition to an intense orange at the eye row. Orange Swooshes adorn the sides with a Kobe logo perched atop the navy tongue.  Residing below the aforementioned upper resides a midsole that follows the same coloration pattern of the upper and a translucent 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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