Following the women’s team’s reveal of their exclusive Kobe 5 Protro earlier this month, Duke Men’s Basketball has also officially debuted its Nike Kobe 5 Protro PE alongside a fresh Kobe 9 Low EM PE for the upcoming 2025 college season.
Continuing their deep connection to Kobe Bryant’s legacy, both pairs arrive in the Blue Devils’ signature royal blue and white palette. The Kobe 5 Protro PE features smooth blue uppers with black overlays, a white Swoosh, and Kobe’s signature branding on the heel. The Kobe 9 Low EM PE complements the lineup with engineered mesh uppers, Flywire detailing, and similar Duke-inspired accents, bridging heritage and performance seamlessly.
Alongside these exclusives, Duke’s rotation this season will also include the Kobe 9 Elite Low “Halo”, a pristine all-white pair that pays tribute to Kobe’s enduring legacy while symbolizing the program’s pursuit of excellence.
Together, the trio of PEs solidifies Duke’s reputation for pairing elite play with elite performance footwear. While none of the models are expected to see a retail release, they underscore Nike’s ongoing investment in collegiate storytelling and its continued celebration of the Mamba spirit through future Kobe-line projects.
With both the men’s and women’s squads showcasing exclusive Kobe PEs this year, the Blue Devils’ 2025 season will carry both symbolic weight and serious sneaker heat.
For more on the Swoosh, the Nike Kobe 9 Low "Team Bank" pack is available now.
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