Where To Buy: Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba”

UPDATED December 22nd, 2023: A SNKRS Pass at Undefeated locations for the Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba” is scheduled for 2:15pm EST here.

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Before 2023 comes to a close, Nike, Inc. will release the Kobe 4 “Black Mamba” Protro on December 27th. The pair is the 18th posthumous release from the Kobe Brand and is one part of the larger “Gift of Mamba” collection. Prepped as part of Nike Basketball’s Holiday 2023 lineup, the sneaker and apparel offerings feature “Triple-Black” makeovers, hence the “Black Mamba” nickname. Although the basketball shoes are the collection’s headlining piece, accompanying “Gift of Mama” tee and Destroyer jacket also contribute to Kobe Bryant’s legacy. The collection serves as a celebration of the Los Angeles Laker’s greatness, bringing attention not only to his “Black Mamba” alter-ego, but also his professional accolades and winning “Mamba Mentality.”

The Kobe 4 “Black Mamba” goes on sale via Nike SNKRS on Wednesday, December 27th, for $190 USD. The collection’s tee and Destroyer are priced at $50 and $824 USD, respectively. Nike will also reissue the Los Angeles Lakers City Edition jersey in Men’s ($120) and Big Kid’s ($90) sizing. The Gift Of Mamba Collection will also be available on Nike SNKRS.

Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba.” Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

Nike Kobe 4 Protro. Nike

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Nike “Mamba Mentality” Tee. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Tee. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Tee. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Tee. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Tee. Nike

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Nike “Mamba Mentality” Destroyer. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Destroyer. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Destroyer. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Destroyer. Nike

Nike “Mamba Mentality” Destroyer. Nike

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Men’s Nike Lakers City Edition Jersey. Nike

Men’s Nike Lakers City Edition Jersey. Nike

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UPDATE December 15th, 2023

Official photos of the Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba” have surfaced.

Official photos of the “Gift of Mamba” collection’s Nike Destroyer Jacket and Tee have surfaced ahead of the expected December 26th release. The jacket arrives with a price of $824 USD, a nod to the late Kobe Bryant’s NBA jersey numbers, while the all-black t-shirt retails for $50 USD.

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ORIGINAL STORY September 7th, 2023

Even in death, Kobe Bryant’s influence can still be felt today. And thanks to Nike and the return of The Kobe Brand, the late athlete will surely be an inspiration for many, many more generations to come.

Relaunched during Bryant’s birthday week, The Kobe Brand wasted no time getting to the releases, ushering in not only restocks of past styles but also the debut of colorways the likes of the “Halo.” Looking ahead, we can expect plenty more from the signature line-up, including but not limited to the Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba.”

Following leaks earlier in the year, actual images of the Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba” have finally surfaced. Contrary to what the mock-ups originally suggested, the design is relatively lacking in gold accents. Here, the nubuck base and snakeskin overlays/Swoosh are done up in shades of grey and black, respectively, matching adjacent fixtures like the lace unit, sole, and branding. Only the athlete’s signature — which is printed onto the TPU heel piece — is clad in a gilded finish.

Enjoy a first look at the Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Black Mamba” right here. These are expected to release on December 27th at a retail of $180 USD.

Updated September 12th, 2023: New images have been added via @swiftsole.

Photos: @snkr_flower