Bring true Mamba Mentality with the Nike Kobe 8 Protro in Black University Gold White Court Purple, featuring a bold red Lakers Away colourway. This shoe offers breathable high-performance mesh with responsive React foams, inspired by Kobe's sheath logo and Lakers away colour schemes. Underfoot, Nike's super-responsive React foam technology delivers energy return. A familiar herringbone pattern at the forefoot and heel, working with the pivot circle, provides carefully placed grip that engages with your movements. The engineered mesh on the upper is soft and pliable, conforming to your foot's shape. Traditional herringbone traction, paired with a diamond-inspired pattern on the forefoot and heel, offers extra security and grip where you naturally plant your foot. The addition of a Nike React foam insert in the midsole provides greater responsiveness, keeping you connected to the court. The Protro version offers modern updates while maintaining the original design for superior performance and comfort. It features a sleek black engineered knit upper, gold embroidered Nike swooshes, and Kobe Bryant’s signature in gold on the black heel clip. The white outsole provides contrast against the black midsole, paying tribute to the Lakers’ iconic uniforms. Released on September 6, 2024, this sneaker is a must-have for fans of the Black Mamba and basketball culture.