Nike Launches Year of the Mamba Collection

Nike's 'Year of the Mamba' collection, launching in January 2025, pays tribute to Kobe Bryant's legacy and the Mamba Mentality by encouraging athletes to embrace challenges and pursue their goals. The collection features the Kobe 5 Protro 'Year of Mamba' shoe, designed with advanced cushioning and an iridescent 'Eggplant' colorway, alongside a 'University Red' version exclusive to China. Other highlights include the Kobe 9 Elite High Protro 'Masterpiece' and Kobe 6 Protro 'All-Star', both incorporating modern tech enhancements while celebrating key moments in Kobe's career. The collection also includes apparel designed for both athletic performance and lifestyle, symbolizing Kobe’s championship victories and cultural significance tied to the Lunar New Year. Nike aims to inspire a new generation of athletes through this initiative, intertwining sport with deep cultural values. The collection releases will be available on SNKRS and select Nike retailers in early 2025.