Jalen Brunson is Ready for the Conference Finals with a Super Saiyan Blue Kobe 5 Protro PE

The New York Knicks finally have an opponent. After sweeping the 76ers in the conference semis, Jalen Brunson and NYC’s finest are well rested for their series against James Harden and the Cavs. With some time on their hands while Cleveland worked through a long seven-game series, Brunson and his Nike team figured it was only right to give us a better look at the last pair of Kobe 5 Protro PEs that the Knicks guard broke out against Philly.

The Jalen Brunson Nike Kobe 5 Protro SSGSS PE first got our attention on the court, looking as icy as Brunson’s game during the Philly series. Not only was the colorway North Pole-frigid, but a closer look also reveals design inspiration from one of Brunson’s favorite anime, Dragon Ball Z.

Goku’s Got Game

Brunson’s SSGSS Kobe 5 Protro PE is a reference to Dragon Ball Z character Goku’s Blue Super Saiyan, which, per Dragon Ball lore, amplifies speed and strength without sacrificing mental clarity. Yeah, we’d say that’s a pretty apt explanation of Brunson’s playoffs so far, good call, Nike.

Jalen Brunson Nike Kobe 5 Protro SSGSS PE Release Details

As of now, the Jalen Brunson Nike Kobe 5 Protro SSGSS PE doesn’t have a release date on the books, but luckily for Dragon Ball fans, a good amount of Brunson’s PEs tend to hit retailers…eventually. For all the latest Jalen Brunson Nike news, download the Sole Retriever App.

Zach Harris

Zach Harris is a writer based in Philadelphia. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vice, Complex, High Times, and more. He is obsessed with skateboarding and bowling. He is still looking for his first 300. For tips, reviews, and anything in size 10.5 - zach.h@soleretriever.com