Nike is bringing back a 2013 Mamba soccer colorway and re-launching it on high-performance basketball gear.
Red Plum and Pink Flash Mambacurial Kobe 8 Protro basketball shoes will drop in adult, big kid and little kid sizes on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. ET. Shoppers can also get the matching Kobe “Mambacurial” Premium Basketball at the same time.
The basketball costs $150, while adult shoes are $200, big kid shoes are $122 and little kid shoes are $97 a pair.
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Kobe “Mambacurial” Premium Basketball
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When was Nike’s Mambacurial color first launched?
Mambacurial was born from a combination of Bryant’s Mamba DNA and soccer style in 2013. Even now, this Protro will take cues from the original Nike Mercurial Vapor IX soccer boot. A gradient runs from the heel to the toe, fading from Red Plum to Pink Flash with Electric Green accents on the tongue, Swoosh and outsole. If you peek at the inner tongue, you’ll even see a “Mambacurial” nod in the design.
What to expect in the Kobe 8 Protro basketball shoes
Take your game to the next level. Built to be low to the court, sleek and light on your feet, the Kobe 8 Protro features Nike ReactX foam to keep you fresh all game. An engineered upper mesh conforms to your individual foot shape for comfort, while grippy traction helps improve your quick cuts and breakaways.
Collect Nike’s premium Kobe Basketball
Complete the Mambacurial set. Nike’s matching basketball is made for both indoor and outdoor play with deep channels and a non-slip surface for better ball handling. Play with it or display it. That’s up to you – but the box does convert into a display and comes with a ball stand if you prefer to leave it on the shelf.
Nike’s limited-edition releases sell out fast, especially when they are tied to Kobe Bryant’s signature legacy. Plan to be online early regardless of what you’re after for the best chance at getting it.