Nike is continuing to celebrate Kobe Bryant's connection to Los Angeles with another baseball-inspired Air Force 1 Protro. Official images of the Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro 'Dodgers' have surfaced ahead of the sneaker's August release, revealing a design that pays tribute to one of the city's most iconic franchises while honoring Bryant's legacy through subtle Mamba details.
Rather than recreating the Dodgers' uniforms outright, Nike takes a more understated approach. A clean Wolf Grey leather upper serves as the foundation, while bold red baseball stitching runs between the midfoot and heel panels, mimicking the seams found on a baseball. The detail also nods to similar stitching previously seen on the Kobe 5, connecting two eras of Kobe footwear.
Official Photos Reveal Kobe Air Force 1 Protro 'Dodgers'
Black snakeskin-textured Swooshes bring Bryant's "Black Mamba" identity into the design, while oversized "8" branding appears across the heels in tribute to the jersey number Kobe wore during the first half of his legendary Lakers career.
Official photos also showcase several premium finishing touches. The sneaker includes fuzzy blue-and-white laces inspired by the Dodgers' colors, alongside additional solid blue and white lace options for customization. Kobe sheath logos decorate the tongue and insoles, while Bryant's signature is printed near the lateral heel. A translucent Rush Blue outsole completes the Los Angeles-inspired color palette.
Official Photos Reveal Kobe Air Force 1 Protro 'Dodgers'
Baseball has become a recurring theme across Kobe Bryant's posthumous Nike releases, but the 'Dodgers' edition feels especially fitting. Instead of relying on overt team branding, Nike captures the spirit of Los Angeles through thoughtful details that celebrate both the city and one of its greatest athletes.
As the Air Force 1 Protro line continues to expand, the 'Dodgers' colorway stands out as one of the collection's cleanest lifestyle offerings, blending classic Air Force 1 styling with Kobe Bryant's enduring legacy. The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro 'Dodgers' releases on August 15, 2026, for $150 USD.
