Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bean Bryant was a professional basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Born in Philadelphia on August 23rd, 1978, he played 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, and retired after his final game on April 13th, 2016. Bryant passed away on January 26th, 2020 as a result of a fatal helicopter accident. He was 41 years old.
Just as fans remain extremely dedicated to the late Laker legend, demand for his footwear is at all-time high. Nike’s “Protro” series (a portmanteau of Performance Retro) brought back plenty of iconic Black Mamba models in colorways new and old. Mamba Day in April brought a three-pack of massive releases- the Kobe 8 “Venice Beach,” Kobe 6 “Italian Camo” and Kobe 4 “Philly” all sold out instantly after dropping on the 12th. If you missed out, there’s still plenty of big releases still on the horizon- the Kobe 8 “Mambacita,” (May 1st) Kobe 4 “Girl Dad” (May 31st) and a slew of neutral Kobe 8 Protro releases like the “Hollywood Nights” and “Wolf Grey” are still on tap for the rest of the year.
Below you’ll find our latest coverage of Bryant’s footwear from Nike and adidas, including new colorways, photos and release dates.
Kobe Bryant
Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Sail” Releasing In Spring 2025
Largely, three models have dominated 2024’s Protro releases so far, the Nike Kobe 4, Nike Kobe 6 and Nike Kobe 8. Though the Nike Kobe...
Everything You Need To Know About The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Mambacita”
With Mamba Day 2024 behind us, Kobe fans have another milestone to look forward to as Nike continues to honor the legacy of the Black...
Where To Buy The Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Philly”
The Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Philly” officially releases on April 13th through Nike SNKRS and select retailers. The shoes are part of a “Mamba Day”...
Where To Buy The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Venice Beach”
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Venice Beach” releases April 13th as a part of Beaverton’s celebration for the anniversary of Bryant’s final NBA game. Though...
Where To Buy The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Italian Camo”
The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Italian Camo” releases tomorrow, April 12th, retailing for $190. The shoes will arrive in extended men’s sizing, stretching from M3.5...
SNKRS PASS (1PM EST): Nike Kobe Protro Releases
Updated April 12th, 2024: All three pairs in the Kobe trifecta dropping April 13th are expected to release early through SNKRS PASS at 1PM EST...
First Look At The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “College Navy”
Kobe Bryant’s signature shoes are a favorite among hoopers of all levels, and Nike looks to satisfy great demand through a variety of upcoming “Team...
First Look At The Nike Kobe 8 “Lakers Home”
With each announcement, it becomes clear that the Nike Kobe 8 is a true tentpole of the Protro program, with half a dozen colorways set...
Official Images Of The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Venice Beach”
With the first quarter of 2024 about to close, Nike is ready to approach its early Summer 2024 product line-up — and it all begins...