The Kobe 3 Low Protro Mamba Eterno honors Día de Muertos through marigold graphics and a color scheme that connects the basketball silhouette to the Mexican tradition. The edition pays tribute to Kobe Bryant and the affection Los Angeles holds for him. Its floral artwork references the marigold’s association with life and the connections between generations, giving the design a specific link to remembrance.
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Safety Orange, Sundial, and Picante Red establish the main palette. Decorative flowers extend through the upper and TPU cage, placing the artwork within the model’s recognizable grid construction. Emerald Green and Hyper Grape accents introduce additional color, while asymmetrical Swoosh logos distinguish the branding. The tongue and laces continue the vivid treatment, carrying the palette through the shoe’s upper section.
The upper combines mesh with synthetic overlays and leather accents. An all-over floral pattern carries the Día de Muertos reference throughout the construction, and the package includes extra laces. The low-cut collar defines this Protro edition’s profile, with the molded cage retaining the geometric structure associated with the Kobe 3. These material and graphic details give the release its distinctive appearance.
Performance updates begin with more breathable materials and additional tongue padding for comfort during wear. The changes address ventilation and cushioning around the top of the foot, supporting the model’s adaptation for current basketball play. The revised build retains the cage as a defining exterior feature while updating the materials and padding within the upper.
Underfoot, a full-length Air Zoom strobel works with a Cushlon 3.0 foam midsole. This combination updates the original Kobe 3’s cushioning system to improve responsiveness and energy efficiency. The two components form the Protro edition’s cushioning setup, extending the technical changes beyond the upper to the platform beneath the foot.
Retooled traction reduces weight and improves grip for sudden stops on court. The rubber outsole provides multidirectional traction, complementing the cushioning system and low-cut construction. A men’s US size 9 weighs approximately 475 grams, or 16.8 ounces, and the shoe has an approximately 8-millimeter heel-to-toe drop and a snug fit.
The Kobe 3 Low Protro “Mamba Eterno” releases October 30, 2026, through Nike SNKRS and select retailers. Men’s pairs retail for $190 and carry SKU IO6260-800. The release brings the marigold-inspired design to the updated Kobe 3 platform ahead of Día de Muertos.
Name: Kobe 3 Low Protro “Mamba Eterno”
Colorway: Safety Orange / Sundial / Picante Red
SKU: IO6260-800
Price: 190 USD
Release Date: October 30
Available at: Nike and select retailers
