Nike’s EYBL series is adding another Kobe Bryant favorite to its lineup with a new Kobe 5 Protro colorway. The pair recently surfaced for the first time, offering an early preview of what could become one of the more talked-about player-exclusive Kobes of 2026.
The Nike Kobe 5 Protro “EYBL” uses a bold mix of earthy and electric tones across the low-cut silhouette. Olive green covers much of the upper, including the toe, tongue, side panels, and heel. That muted base gives the shoe a rugged look before the brighter accents take over.
Neon yellow brings energy to the forefoot overlays, lace collar, and laces, while mango orange hits the Swoosh, lining, and parts of the midsole. The tongue also features EYBL branding, tying the shoe back to Nike’s Elite Youth Basketball League and its next-generation hoops platform.
A gradient midsole blends the yellow and orange shades together, creating one of the shoe’s strongest visual details. An icy translucent outsole finishes the design, adding a familiar Kobe touch while keeping the focus on the upper’s sharp color contrast.
Nike has not announced release details for the Nike Kobe 5 Protro “EYBL” at this time. Since EYBL pairs are often made for athletes and not sold to the public, this colorway could remain exclusive unless Nike confirms a wider launch later. Additional images and updates are expected to surface in the coming weeks.
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