Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Black' IM4260-001

Nike Kobe 6 Protro — Style No. IM4260-001

The Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Black' is the reissue of one of the most beloved basketball shoes in Nike's history — now rebuilt with modern performance technology under the Protro program. The Kobe 6 debuted in 2010 and became an instant icon: low-cut, impossibly light, and shaped by Kobe Bryant's obsession with the mamba mentality. The Black colorway is the Kobe 6 Protro at its most essential — no distraction, just performance.

The Kobe 6 Legacy

• Originally released in 2010, the Kobe 6 was designed around Kobe Bryant's demand for a shoe as low and light as possible without sacrificing support or court feel
• The Kobe 6 was worn during one of the most memorable moments in NBA history — Kobe's 81-point game anniversary season — and became one of the most collected basketball shoes of its era
• The Protro (Performance Retro) program rebuilds the original silhouette with updated cushioning and materials while preserving every original design detail
• Style No.: IM4260-001

Colorway & Design

• All-Black upper with tonal Black Swoosh and overlay detailing
• Black midsole with updated Zoom Air cushioning for a clean, low-profile finish
• Minimal, low-cut silhouette — the Kobe 6's defining design choice, preserved in the Protro
• Black herringbone outsole for a fully tonal, court-ready finish

Performance & Construction

• Updated upper construction with improved fit and durability over the original 2010 release
• Full-length Zoom Air cushioning — updated for the Protro with modern foam technology for enhanced responsiveness
• Low-cut collar for unrestricted ankle mobility and a low center of gravity
• Herringbone rubber outsole for multidirectional traction on hardwood and outdoor courts
• Internal heel counter for lockdown fit and lateral stability during cuts and drives

Sizing

• Available in Men's US sizes 7–12 (including half sizes)
• Fits true to size — half-size up recommended for wide feet

Play In It

The Kobe 6 Protro in Black is the performance basketball shoe that lets the game speak. The all-black build disappears on court — what remains is the Zoom Air response, the low-cut freedom, and the mamba mentality built into every design decision. Whether you're lacing up to play or adding to a collection, the Black Kobe 6 Protro is the version that understands what this shoe was always about.