The Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Mamba vs. Diamondback” is part of Nike Basketball’s plans for NBA All-Star Weekend in Phoenix next February. The shoe brings together Kobe Bryant’s Black Mamba nickname and the diamondback rattlesnake native to Arizona. Three other models are included in the collection: the Kobe AD Protro, Air Force 1 Low, and Dunk Low Protro.

The Kobe 5 Protro comes in Black, Desert Khaki, and Chile Red, with the colors arranged differently on each shoe. One side reverses the other, while red outlines the Swooshes. The black and khaki sections also switch places between the left and right shoes.

Snake graphics appear on the insoles, along with a snake-shaped lace jewel. The branding uses different colors on each shoe, following the same mismatched setup seen across the uppers.

The diamondback theme comes from Arizona, where the 2027 NBA All-Star Game will take place. Nike is using the same Black Mamba and diamondback concept across all four sneakers in the collection, with the Kobe 5 Protro being one of the featured pairs.

Nike Kobe 5 Protro Mamba vs Diamondback Release Date

The Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Mamba vs. Diamondback” is set to release February 13, 2027 through select Nike Basketball retailers and Nike.com. Available in men’s sizing, the retail price tag is set at $200.

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