Nike Kobe 4 Protro "Lakers" Drops June 26
The Nike Kobe 4 Protro receives a Lakers-themed edition tied to the "Draft Day" collection, honoring the franchise that acquired Bryant in 1996. Departing from the pack's minimalist formula, this colorway features a bold university gold and fierce purple palette on a leather upper with an abstract marbled sole.
By Ava Rodriguez
Kobe Brand is extending its commemorative "Draft Day" pack with an unexpected late entry: a Nike Kobe 4 Protro celebrating the Los Angeles Lakers, the organization that drafted and defined Bryant's Hall of Fame tenure. While the broader collection adheres to a restrained white-based template with single accent tones and draft-position insoles, this Lakers rendition breaks entirely from that visual language.
The execution here leans into statement-making territory. University gold and fierce purple dominate a premium leather upper, a material choice that signals distinction within the collection. The abstract, marbled outsole adds textural complexity, moving beyond the utilitarian sole treatments seen elsewhere in the pack. It's a design that acknowledges the gravitational pull the Lakers hold in sneaker culture—a team that warrants its own visual vocabulary.
Release Details
The shoe is currently slated for a June 26 drop, though availability may follow an independent timeline separate from the broader "Draft Day" rollout. A Charlotte Hornets edition remains forthcoming, addressing Bryant's actual draft position at No. 13 overall in 1996—a historical detail the larger collection is built upon.
Retail pricing has yet to be confirmed, but collectors should expect pricing aligned with other Kobe 4 Protro releases on the secondary market and at select Nike retailers. The SKU IM4325-700 will serve as reference for tracking inventory across SNKRS and authorized partners.
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Release Info
Product: Nike Kobe 4 Protro "Lakers"
Colorway: University Gold / Fierce Purple / White
Release Date: June 26, 2026
Retail Price: TBA
Where to Buy: Nike SNKRS (US), authorized retailers
Status: Upcoming
