The Nike Zoom Kobe 4 Protro Brings Back a Modern Classic

Looking back, it’s pretty crazy to think the originally released in 2008. The radical lower-cut silhouette still holds its own today, especially with upgraded ‘Protro’ treatment.

Given Kobe Bryant’s nickname on the court was the ‘Black Mamba’, that theme is present on this upcoming release. The heel and toebox areas are covered in a tactile texture, while the mid-panel retains the original Flywire reinforced design.The plush lining and modified herringbone outsole pattern are also retained from the 2008 OG — if it ain’t broken, don’t fix it.

Feast your eyes on the official Nike imagery ahead of the release in the near future.