Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro "Mamba Eterno" Brings Día de Muertos Colors to NYC Basketball Shelves Oct. 30

Nike will release a new Kobe 3 Low Protro colorway, "Mamba Eterno" (SKU IO6260-800), on Oct. 30 at 2:00 PM. The design takes its cue from Día de Muertos, the Mexican tradition Nike describes as a celebration connecting generations through honor and hope.

The centerpiece is a set of decorative floral graphics that bloom through the vibrant TPU cage and the upper. A gradient color fade runs across the tongue and laces, and the Swoosh logos are asymmetrical. Emerald Green and Hyper Grape accents round out the palette. In Nike's official product photos the shoe reads as a saturated orange, with a purple Swoosh and purple collar standing out against it. Turn the shoe over and the translucent outsole carries a script "Eterno" mark.

Underneath, this is a Protro build, meaning an updated take on the original. Nike lists more breathable materials and added tongue padding for comfort and wearability. A full-length Air Zoom strobel and a Cushlon 3.0 foam midsole improve responsiveness and energy efficiency compared with the original build. The traction has been retooled to cut weight, which Nike says gives a quicker, lighter feel on court while improving the grip needed to stop on a dime and keep a defender on their heels.

The shoe is priced at $190. It goes on sale Oct. 30 at 2:00 PM through Nike and select Nike Basketball retailers, so New Yorkers looking for a seasonal basketball release can find it at those outlets.