Lakers News: Vanessa Bryant Offers Sneak Peek at Multiple Upcoming Kobe Nikes
Vanessa Bryant continues to honor the legacy of her late husband, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, by collaborating with Nike to release new Kobe sneaker designs. Recently, she gave fans a sneak peek at several upcoming Nike Kobe sneakers, sparking major excitement across the basketball and sneaker communities.
One of the most talked-about designs is the Nike Kobe 6 Protro âLilac.â This model features a vibrant lilac and teal color scheme with gradient and checkerboard patterns. It retains the iconic faux snakeskin texture of the Kobe 6 and boasts enhanced Zoom Air cushioning for optimal performance. Though a release date hasn’t been officially confirmed, the design has already received high praise online.
Vanessa also introduced the Nike Kobe 5 Protro âYear of the Mambaâ collection. The sneakers come in two standout colorwaysââEggplantâ (a deep purple) and âUniversity Red.â These shoes celebrate Kobeâs âBlack Mambaâ persona and align with the Chinese zodiacâs Year of the Snake, making them symbolic as well as stylish.
Another emotional release is the special edition âGirl Dadâ sneaker. Released in time for Father’s Day 2024, the olive green shoe features black accents and Kobeâs signature, along with the heartfelt âGirl Dadâ inscription inside the tongue. The design pays tribute to Kobeâs proud identity as a father to four daughters.
Vanessa has made it clear that sheâs dedicated to making Kobeâs shoes more available to fans. After past supply issues, this new push to release multiple styles is seen as a welcome change. With these drops, Kobeâs legacy lives onânot just through his highlights, but also through the iconic sneakers that tell his story.
Fans can expect more frequent releases as Vanessa and Nike work together to meet the growing demand.
