As Team USA gears up for its upcoming international engagements, the spotlight is on the exclusive footwear gracing the court during practice sessions. Bobby Portis Jr. made a memorable footwear statement with the Nike Kobe 5 Protro "USA Bruce Lee" PE. This comes hot on the heels of Quentin Grimes' debut of two Nike Kobe 6 Protro Team USA colorways during this session. The late Kobe Bryant's influence on basketball extends beyond his astounding legacy, with his signature shoe line still a staple among players.
Compared to the retail version, this unreleased Nike Kobe 5 Protro features white panels on the midfoot and toe. Features that remain include the yellow hit on the heel tab, red scratch near the toe, and silver Kobe branding atop the tongue. The distinctive detailing on this model extends to its Swoosh, which comes in black as opposed to white on the retail pair, offering a stark contrast against the predominantly white design. The foam midsole remains all-white, while the outsole sports a black-and-white finish.
Given its exclusive nature, there is no scheduled release for this Nike Kobe 5 Protro USA Bruce Lee PE. However, plenty of Nike Kobe sneakers are hitting shelves in the future, including a brand-new Kobe 8 “White Metallic Gold Black” set for Summer 2024. Keep it locked to our Twitter and download the Sole Retriever mobile app for more updates and news in the sneaker and streetwear world
Nike Kobe 5 Protro "USA Bruce Lee" PE
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