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, a few becoming instant sellouts. The program will continue in 2024, with pairs like the Nike Kobe 4 “Girl Dad,” Nike Kobe 8 “Mambacita” and Nike Kobe 9 “Halo” standing out as highlights upon first look.

Below you’ll find our latest coverage of Kobe footwear from Nike and adidas, including new colorways, photos and release dates.

Kobe Bryant

Building Our Dream “Kobe Brand” Roster With DeMar Derozan, Victor Wembanyama, And More

In March of 2022, the sneaker landscape and Kobe Bryant fanatics rejoiced. Nike and the Bryant estate had secured a new partnership that rang true...

By Jared Ebanks August 23, 2023
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Where To Buy The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Halo”

Ever since the official return of his brand via the Kobe 4 “Mambacita”, basketball and Kobe fans alike have been patiently awaiting the second coming...

By Jared Ebanks August 22, 2023
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Kentucky Selected As First College Team For Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Program

In October of last year, the men’s and women’s Kentucky basketball programs hosted a free basketball skills camp in association with the Mamba & Mambacita...

By Jared Ebanks August 15, 2023
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Retailers Are Now Receiving The Nike Kobe 6 “Reverse Grinch”

Following the athlete’s unfortunate passing back in 2020, the future of Kobe Bryant’s long-running partnership with Nike was unclear, as Vanessa Bryant had plenty of...

By Sneaker News August 10, 2023
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SNKRS PASS (August 22nd): Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Halo”

Updated August 22nd, 2023: A Nike SNKRS Pass is scheduled for August 22nd at select locations in the Los Angeles area and in NYC. 1pm...

By Jared Ebanks August 10, 2023
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Nike Kobe 8 “Halo” Coming August 23rd; Kobe 8 “Halo” Series Confirmed

Updated August 10th, 2023: Nike has officially unveiled the Kobe 8 Protro “Halo”; a release date has been confirmed for August 23rd, 2023. – Update:...

By Sneaker News August 9, 2023
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Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Team USA” PEs Revealed By Quentin Grimes

In just a few short weeks the USA Men’s National Team will compete for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Preparing the star-studded lineup is...

By Jared Ebanks August 3, 2023
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Kobe Bryant’s First adidas Signature Shoe, The Crazy 8, Returns Soon

The Kobe Bryant Estate worked out a favorable deal with NIKE, Inc. in March 2022. Over the last year, both partners have both released old...

By Jovani Hernandez July 31, 2023
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The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Italian Camo” Releases Summer 2024

UPDATE December 28th, 2023: Detailed imagery of the Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Italian Camo” has surfaced ahead of the pair’s release in Summer 2024. The late...

By Jovani Hernandez July 28, 2023
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