Nike Kobe 5 Protro Year of the Mamba University Red
In 2025, Nike Basketball will celebrate the Year of the Snake. However, the Kobe line will receive its stand-alone pair. Known as the “Year of the Mamba” Nike Kobe 5 Protro, the shoes have Red and Gold detailing, which connects to good fortune and joy.Dressed in a University Red, Black, and Metallic Gold color scheme, this “Year of the Mamba” Nike Kobe 5 not only connects to the Chinese zodiac sign but also represents Kobe Bryant’s “Black Mamba” moniker. The shoes are highlighted with a large Gold snake that wraps the sides, with additional Gold details on the toe, heel, and tongue branding. As for the base, it comes covered in Red with snake scale textures on the collars. Completing the look is Black on the Swoosh logos and the rubber outsole.
