The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Coals” takes its name pretty literally. Built around the old Christmas tradition of giving coal to someone on the naughty list, the shoe comes mostly in black with green and purple worked into the design.

The theme also fits naturally into the history of the Kobe 6. Kobe Bryant wore the original “Grinch” on Christmas Day in 2010, and that pair went on to become one of the most popular releases from his signature line. The “Coals” keeps the holiday connection, but takes the design in a completely different direction.

Black covers most of the scaled upper, while green and purple details break up the darker base. The Swoosh uses Venom Green and Purple Venom, adding the brightest part of the design along the sides. Glossy black panels wrap around the heel, and the translucent outsole mixes green and purple underneath.

Nike Kobe 6 Protro Coals Release Date

The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Coals” is expected to release in December 2026 for $190. Look for the pair to be available through Nike.com and select Nike Basketball retailers. Check out the latest detailed photos below.

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