Nike Kobe 1 Protro "81 Points"

TLDR: The Nike Kobe 1 Protro ‘81 Points’ returns on 22 January 2026 – exactly 20 years after Kobe's legendary 81-point game against the Toronto Raptors. The retro comes in classic Lakers colourway and costs €200. As always, all further information can be found at Grailify.

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With the Kobe 1 Protro ‘81 Points’, Nike Basketball is bringing back one of its most iconic signature models – just in time for the 20th anniversary of Kobe's historic performance on 22 January 2006. The sneaker was originally released in 2007 as part of the ‘Why81?’ campaign and was most recently released in 2019 as a Protro version with updated performance technology. Now the next release is coming – with modernised features and plenty of retro charm.

Visually, the shoe remains true to its origins: a white leather upper is combined with black and court purple accents – inspired by the Lakers jersey design. Technically, the 2026 version impresses with full-length Zoom cushioning, revised traction and Cushlon foam for optimal court performance. The insoles feature tributes to four cities where Kobe had great scoring games: Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta and Denver.

The Nike Kobe 1 Protro ‘81 Points’ will be released on 22 January 2026 – exactly 20 years after the historic game – for €200.

The sneaker will be available via Nike.com, the SNKRS app and selected Nike Basketball retailers. If you want to secure Kobe's legacy in sneaker form, don't miss this release. As always, you can find all further updates at Grailify.