Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacita (GS)

The Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacita (GS) honors Kobe Bryant’s late daughter Gianna Bryant and was released on what would have been the rising basketball player's 18th birthday. The white and black butterfly pattern that graces the durable mesh upper represents Gianna’s transformational impact on basketball. In addition, the white, metallic gold, and black colorway draws inspiration from Gianna’s basketball team colors. The Swoosh logos embroidered on the outer side panels and along the heels come in metallic gold thread, which complements the gold detailing on the tongue and the sockliner. Technical features include a carbon fiber shank plate and React foam cushioning in the midsole. Our experts appreciate that the right heel bears "GIGI," Gianna’s nickname, and the left heel displays "2," her jersey number. The grade school-sized Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacita (GS) was released on May 1, 2024, and retailed at $120.