Andrew Rizzo Updated January 6th, 2024: Raffles for the Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Year of the Mamba” in “Eggplant” are beginning to go live ahead of the shoe’s January 9th release date ($200). Check the “Where To Buy” list ahead now and in the days leading up to the release; we’ll be continually updating with all the drawings we come across.
WHERE TO BUY
Mens Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro "Year of the Mamba – Eggplant"
US 01/09/2025 Thursday
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| KICKS CREW | Aftermarket | Aftermarket |
| Nike SNKRS | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Foot Locker | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Sneaker Politics | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Concepts | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| TAKOUT NY | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| A Ma Maniere | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Oneness | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Social Status | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| APB | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Packer | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Shiekh | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Shoe Palace | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Sesinko | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| DTLR | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Lapstone & Hammer | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| KITH | Sold Out | Sold Out |
2024 was a huge year for Kobe Bryant shoes, and 2025 is looking equally compelling. Ahead of retro releases like the Moonwalker Kobe 9 and What The Kobe 8, Nike Basketball is celebrating the upcoming Lunar New Year with “Year Of The Mamba” Kobe apparel as well as two Kobe 5 Protros.
Previously reported to release in February, we’re learning that the snake-themed “Eggplant” Kobe 5 has been moved up to January 9th. The titular purple color makes its way onto the base, embellished by a glittery “Metallic Gold” snake overlay on the lateral side; tributing the Chinese zodiac animal and Kobe’s most famous nickname in one stroke. Kobe’s two NBA jersey numbers appear on the insoles, while Chinese characters reading “Year Of The Mamba” dot the inner tongue. The tongue and collar round out the upper with black, reptillian-textured fabric, complemented by semi-clear blue gum soles underfoot. Moreover, Nike celebrates the “Year Of The Snake” with a special red dust bag and shoe box.
This is one of two “Year Of The Mamba” Kobe 5s releasing in January 2025, preceding a “University Red” colorway releasing January 18th. As mentioned, the “Eggplant” colorway releases January 9th, 2025 and will be available in adult and GS sizes alongside a collection of Year Of The Mamba apparel. See official images below ahead of the drop.
WHERE TO BUY
Mens Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro "Year of the Mamba – Eggplant"
US 01/09/2025 Thursday
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| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| KICKS CREW | Aftermarket | Aftermarket |
| Nike SNKRS | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Foot Locker | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Sneaker Politics | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Concepts | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| TAKOUT NY | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| A Ma Maniere | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Oneness | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Social Status | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| APB | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Packer | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Shiekh | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Shoe Palace | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Sesinko | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| DTLR | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Lapstone & Hammer | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| KITH | Sold Out | Sold Out |
