The Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro "Halo" is part of the annual "Halo" series, released on Kobe Bryant's birthday, August 23rd, as a tribute to his enduring legacy. This Protro iteration updates Kobe's ninth signature shoe, originally released during his comeback from an Achilles injury, with modern technology while maintaining its iconic design.
- Features a full Flyknit upper, a first for Nike basketball shoes, providing a seamless, lightweight, and engineered fit.
- Incorporates FlyWire cables integrated with the laces for a secure midfoot lockdown.
- Updated with a drop-in Nike React foam midsole for responsive cushioning and court feel, replacing the original.
- Includes a carbon fiber plate in the outsole for strong, lightweight lateral stability.
- The minimal-rubber outsole is designed with pressure mapping for durable traction and follows the natural contours of the foot.
- Colorway is primarily white with white and tonal accents, including tonal no-sew overlays and tonal embroidery on the tongue branding.
- Accented with jeweled Swooshes on the sides.
- Features "HALO" and Kobe's signature on the inside tongue.
- Includes a black woven heel cap.
