The Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Kentucky” PE has officially surfaced, giving the Wildcats a strong footwear statement heading into the 2025–26 season. Nike has been steadily reintroducing the Kobe line back into college basketball, and this pair fits right into that wave — following the recent USC Kobe 5 looks that sparked plenty of attention.
This Kentucky Kobe 5 PE sticks close to the school’s identity. A crisp white base sets the stage for Royal Blue overlays, matching laces, and a blue Swoosh that pops without overdoing it. The tongues alternate between the Kobe sheath logo and the UK mark, which feels like the detail that ties the shoe directly to Lexington. Underfoot, full-length Zoom keeps the performance side just as sharp as the visual.
Like most college Kobes, these are not releasing to the public — and honestly, that exclusivity is part of the draw. Nike is clearly reinforcing the legacy of Kobe Bryant by placing his footwear on the NCAA’s biggest stages, letting the next generation carry that torch in real time.
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