A visual preview of the Nike Kobe 8 Protro "Court Purple" being worn.

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Scheduled for an early release next year, alongside the "Radiant Emerald" with a similar design.

Prepare for a wave of releases in the Nike Basketball and Kobe Bryant collaboration, as the Nike Kobe line makes a comeback. The Nike Kobe 8 Protro, known for its Kobe Day release, recently presented a "Radiant Emerald" version with teal accents and distinct "8" and "24" callouts.

Looking forward to 2023, another rendition named "Court Purple" shares the design of the "Radiant Emerald" colorway but swaps the blue-green hue for a rich purple that complements the white base. Featuring scattered "8" and "24" details on the upper, Swooshes on each side, and the Nike Kobe logo on the tongue and heel, the sneaker maintains its connection to the legendary basketball player. Elevated by a white midsole atop a semi-translucent purple outsole, the "Court Purple" iteration, initially glimpsed in October, is one of two revealed colorways. Showcasing Kobe Bryant's jersey numbers, 8 and 24, throughout the upper, the on-foot breakdown, released after an initial preview last month, precedes the February 8 launch on Nike SNKRS and select retailers, priced at $190 USD.

Image Via Yankeekicks

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