UPDATE 8/4/26: Foot Locker was not the only place to get the Jalen Brunson x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “NY vs. NY.” Nike also released the pair through SNKRS Exclusive Access, so check your email or SNKRS account to see if a purchase invite came through.

Original Story 7/30/26:
Most people missed out when the Jalen Brunson x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “NY vs. NY” first appeared in New York City earlier this summer. That release was connected to a small run of NBA Finals events, making the shoe difficult to find outside of those activations.

Nike brought the pair out through a pop-up near Madison Square Garden and a Foot Locker truck created for the launch. With only a few ways to buy it, the colorway quickly became one of the harder Nike Basketball releases to track down during the summer. Brunson’s playoff run with New York only added more attention around the shoe.

The design takes its name from NY vs. NY, Nike’s annual summer tournament featuring several of New York’s well-known outdoor basketball leagues. Using the Kobe 5 Protro for the project ties Brunson’s New York connection to the city’s streetball scene, while also showing how much Kobe Bryant continues to influence players across the league.

Nike Kobe 5 Protro NY vs NY Release Date

The next release gives local buyers another chance, although pairs are still expected to be limited. The Jalen Brunson x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “NY vs. NY” releases August 4, 2026, for $190 through select New York City retailers, including Foot Locker. Raffles and in-store events are also expected.

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