From the courts of Philly to global arenas, Kobe Bryant's enduring legacy lives on through his signature Nike footwear collection. As a testament to the basketball legend, Nike reached an agreement with Bryant's estate in 2022, promising to continue his signature footwear line for years. Now, following news that Nike is set to “relaunch the Kobe brand in advance of Kobe Day,” Sole Retriever can confirm the Nike Kobe 4 Protro "Philly" is set to make a triumphant return during Summer 2024.
Capturing Kobe's Philly roots and embodying a spirit of patriotism, this Kobe 4’s color scheme salutes the red, white, and blue. Blue panels cover the mudguard, midfoot, collar, heel, and tongue. Vibrant red and crisp white accents on the lace set, Swoosh, and sockliner offset these blue tones. Kobe's signature is imprinted on the lateral heel, while reflective 3M hits on the collar illuminate the shoe's star detailing. Celebrating Kobe's birth date, August 23, 1978, the insole proudly displays the date. This "Protro" release, indicative of performance retro, updates the midsole tooling for modern performance and comfort. A two-tone finish in white and blue enhances the midsole and outsole.
The Nike Kobe 4 Protro Philly will release on April 13, 2024 through Nike and select retailers online and in-store. Coming in men’s sizing, the retail price is set at $190. Keep it locked to our Twitter and the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
Nike Kobe 4 Protro Philly
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