Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro 'Year of the Mamba' Eggplant (IB4481-500)

Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro 'Year of the Mamba' Eggplant

The Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro 'Year of the Mamba' Eggplant (IB4481-500) is a Lunar New Year tribute that honors both the Year of the Snake and Kobe Bryant's legendary 'Black Mamba' persona. Released January 9, 2025, this striking Protro wraps the iconic Kobe 5 silhouette in an iridescent purple synthetic upper that shifts and shimmers with every movement — a fitting canvas for the serpentine theme.

A golden serpent graphic winds dramatically around the Swoosh, merging the Year of the Snake symbolism with Kobe's Mamba identity in one seamless visual statement. Flywire cables deliver a precision lockdown fit, while a structured heel counter cradles and supports the back of the foot. The Protro update replaces traditional Phylon with Cushlon foam, paired with a Zoom Air forefoot unit for responsive, low-profile cushioning. A see-through rubber outsole and glass/carbon fiber shank plate complete the package with stability and grip built for the game's fastest moments.

Product Details

• SKU: IB4481-500

• Colorway: Eggplant / Black / Metallic Gold

• Release Date: January 9, 2025

• Upper: Iridescent purple synthetic

• Fit System: Flywire cables

• Midsole: Cushlon foam with Zoom Air forefoot unit

• Outsole: See-through rubber with glass/carbon fiber shank plate

• Special Detail: Golden serpent graphic wrapping the Swoosh

• Silhouette: Zoom Kobe 5 Protro

Sizing

Available in Men's US sizes 6.5–13 and Women's US sizes 8–14.5.