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Nike Kobe 8 Protro

The Nike Kobe 8 is the eighth signature sneaker for Kobe Bryant produced by Nike and designed by Eric Avar. In 2023, the silhouette returned in Protro form, iterating on the original design with modern performance technology developed in its time off the shelves. The model officially re-launched in August with the all-white “Halo” colorway.

In 2024, the Kobe 8 Protro was one of Nike Basketball’s most important releases. On the anniversary of Bryant’s final game, the “Venice Beach” colorway from the model’s OG run returned alongside the Kobe 4 “Philly” and Kobe 6 “Italian Camo.” August brought the continuation of the sentimental “Mambacita” series dedicated to Gianna Bryant.

As for upcoming releases, the Kobe 8 “What The” for Summer 2025 stands as the most notable, but expect the model to stay in focus for the foreseeable future.

Scroll below for the most up to date Kobe 8 release dates, information, and colorways.

Nike Kobe 8 Protro

Where To Buy The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Mambacurial”

The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Mambacurial” releases September 19th, 2026 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers. Men’s sizes will be available for $200, while grade...

By Andrew Rizzo 1 hour
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Official Images Of The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Shanghai Fireworks”

Updated September 19th, 2026: Official images of the Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Shanghai Fireworks” have surfaced in Grade School sizes. Firm release details are not yet...

By Andrew Rizzo 9 hours
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First Look At The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Easter”

When it comes to entirely new colorways, the Kobe 3 and the Kobe 3 Low are clearly the leaders within the Kobe Brand. It’s only...

By Matt Varga September 17, 2026
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The Nike Kobe 8 “Easter” Returns In 2027

This side of the artist formerly known as Kanye West, it’s hard to credibly claim you’ve “jumped over the Jumpman.” But with Kobe Bryant’s Protro...

By Matt Varga May 7, 2026
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Nike Kobe 8 Protro EXT “Siempre Hermanos” Drops April 24th

Updated April 8th, 2026: The Nike Kobe 8 Protro EXT “Siempre Hermanos” drops April 24th for $200 alongside a matching Nike Air Force 1. As...

By Andrew Rizzo April 8, 2026
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Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Shanghai Fireworks” Dropping Holiday 2026

Part of the Nike Kobe footwear catalog includes several regional exclusives across Asia and Europe, a testament to the Mamba Mentality’s global reach. In fact,...

By Sneaker News January 30, 2026
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Nike SNKRS Reveals 10 Most Wanted Sneakers Of 2025

2025 was one of the most jam-packed years for Nike Inc. in recent memory. The 40th anniversary of the Air Jordan line delivered week after...

By Andrew Rizzo December 29, 2025
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Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Mambacurial” Releasing In 2026

Even if the leak page industry majors in the Jumpman side of things, Retro Jordans are far from the only object of fascination as we...

By Matt Varga November 21, 2025
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First Look At The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Year Of The Horse”

The Nike x Kobe partnership is absolutely bustling. So much so, the run of Kobe Air Force 1 releases and relatively accessible Kobe 9 “Team...

By Matt Varga September 29, 2025
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