Nike Kobe 8 Protro 2025 Release Date.
The legendary Nike Kobe 8 Protro “What The Kobe” is set to make a significant comeback in the summer of 2025.
A release date is expected on April 13, 2025.
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “What The Kobe” (originally released in December 2013) is a an energetic work of art, featuring nearly 30 distinct colorways drawn from earlier Kobe 8 editions.
What does Protro mean in Kobe shoes? Protro, or performance retro, is an idea initially developed by Kobe to combine the original design elements of the classic Kobe sneaker with modern performance technology. It remains unknown whether this will be a recreation of the 2013 or a completely fresh new pair.
Vanessa Bryant continues partnership with Nike to honour Kobe and Gianna Bryant’s Legacy.
"What The" Kobe 8 Protro is reintroducing classic Kobe sneakers, not only keeps Kobe's memory alive in the basketball community but also stays as influence for new generation and ambitious athletes.
The Black Mamba Mentality
“Mamba mentality is all about focusing on the process and trusting in the hard work when it matters most,” Bryant said in an Amazon Book Review interview. “It's the ultimate mantra for the competitive spirit."
"Rest at the end, not in the middle." - Kobe Bryant