Nike Kobe 8: Kobe Bryant's revolutionary low-top silhouette returns in 2024

Step into the Nike Kobe 8, the basketball low-top released in 2013 and one of the most iconic Kobe signatures. Designed by Eric Avar with Kobe Bryant. Revolutionary Engineered Mesh, Lunarlon Foam, aggressive low-top profile. The Protro 2024 reissue revived the line with cult colorways: "Mambacurial", "Christmas", "Galaxy", "Prelude". MTHOR — all authenticated.

The story: Eric Avar, Kobe Bryant, 2013

Released January 2013 by Eric Avar (designer of Kobe 1 to 11). First Kobe with Engineered Mesh for ultra-light feel and breathability. Lunarlon Foam for performance cushioning. Iconic colorways: "Mambacurial", "Christmas / Year of the Snake", "Galaxy", "Easter", "Prelude" (5 gold stars for 5 NBA titles). After Kobe's death in January 2020, signature line paused. Kobe 8 Protro released February 2024 with Vanessa Bryant and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation support.

Revolutionary construction

Three signature technologies: Engineered Mesh, Lunarlon Foam, aggressive low-top. Three benefits: revolutionary lightness, maximum responsiveness, iconic silhouette.

The collection's iconic colorways

The "Mambacurial" (gold/purple Black Mamba tribute), "Christmas", "Galaxy", "Easter", "Prelude". Protro 2024: "Court Purple", "Halo", "Mambacita" (Gianna Bryant tribute).

Why MTHOR

Pieces authenticated: box, label, Engineered Mesh quality, Lunarlon finish, Sheath Mamba logo. For "Mambacurial", "Galaxy", "Prelude", Protro 2024 collabs: UV lamp + microscope. MTHOR seal. Learn more.

FAQ

Authenticity?

Box, mesh, Lunarlon, Sheath Mamba logo.

Sizing?

True to Nike basketball size. Same as Kobe 5/6/7.

Most coveted?

"Mambacurial". "Galaxy". Protro 2024 "Halo"/"Mambacita".

Box?

Original Nike box. Protro 2024: premium packaging with Mamba hangtag.

Delivery?

2-8 days with signature.

Customs?

No.

Returns?

14 days in original state.

Going further

Nike Kobe 6, Nike Kobe 9, Nike.