The Nike Kobe AD Protro “Laser Orange” has a few more details worth checking out now that official photos are available. One thing we didn’t know before is that the shoe is part of Nike’s “Mamba Eterno” collection, which also includes the upcoming Kobe 3 Low Protro. Both pairs share the same theme, although the Kobe AD goes with a much brighter orange look.

Originally released in 2016, the Kobe AD keeps its familiar low-cut shape for this Protro version, with most of the changes happening underfoot. Nike uses a full-length React carrier, ZoomX cushioning in the forefoot, and Zoom Air in the heel. The overall design still looks pretty close to the original.

Laser Orange covers most of the shoe, including the upper, tongue, and laces. A darker red-orange shade appears on the Swoosh and midsole, continuing around the heel where Kobe’s logo is molded into the back. There’s also “Zoom” lettering pressed into the midsole near the heel.

The “Mamba Eterno” connection becomes clearer when looking inside. The sockliners come in mismatched purple and teal, both featuring the collection’s name in script lettering. Nike also throws in an extra set of purple-and-green speckled laces, giving the otherwise orange shoe a little more color.

You’ll also find darker lining around the collar, Kobe’s signature stitched near the heel, and an orange outsole. Unlike the returning “Purple Stardust” pair, “Laser Orange” is a new colorway for the Kobe AD.

Nike Kobe AD Protro Laser Orange Release Date

The Nike Kobe AD Protro “Mamba Eterno” is expected to release October 30, 2026 in men’s sizing for $155. Check out the official photos below.

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