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Nike Kobe IX Low "Game Royal," "Wolf Grey," and "University Red" Launching 10/01 Colorway: MULTI-COLOR Style: Men's & Kids' Basketball Shoe

Release Date: October 01, 2025

Sep 18, 2025

Watch out, street fashion: Nike is reintroducing a high-performance classic, the Kobe 9 Elite Low, with three brand-new colorways. Whether you want the "Wolf Grey" Kobe 9 details for a neutral style or the "Game Royal" Kobe 9's specs to help you on the basketball court, the October 1 Kobe drop has something for everyone.

Shop for both men's and grade school (GS) sizes with this new sneaker release.

Kobe 9 Lows Return With Retro-Tech Energy

Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro shoes are among the most popular Nike shoes and apparel, thanks to their impressive performance design and streetwear legacy. Of course, the fact that they're Kobe Bryant's signature line certainly helps, too. If you didn't snag these specialized basketball court shoe drops before, now may be your best chance.

The Kobe Low 9 Elite's top design features include:

  • Flyknit Uppers: The "uppers" that surround your feet are knitted from durable, soft, and lightweight materials. This maximizes comfort and breathability while still giving your feet a snug fit. 
  • Flywire Cables: Nike's Flywire threading boosts support and stability across the entire length of each sneaker without requiring heavy materials. This adds to the lightweight feel without limiting your stability or balance.
  • Carbon Fiber Plates: Sturdy midsole plates use advanced foam technology to give you better support and versatility on your feet. They absorb the impact of each step while maximizing energy return, giving your next step a little extra boost. 
  • Pressure-mapped Traction: The sneakers' tread pattern is "mapped" around key pressure points you rely on when playing on the basketball court, supporting your feet more in precisely calculated spots. 
  • Stylistic Versatility: Multiple Kobe Protro colorways let you customize your kicks to your exact style while letting you show off the Kobe logo on the midsole. 
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Game Royal"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Game Royal"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Wolf Grey"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Wolf Grey"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "University Red"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "University Red"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Game Royal"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Game Royal"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Wolf Grey"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "Wolf Grey"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "University Red"
Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro "University Red"

Proto vs. Lunarlon Cushioning

The most significant difference between "Protro" sneakers and the original design is their cushioning. Classic Kobe 9 sneakers, such as the Kobe 9 Low University Red, use soft Lunarlon cushioning. Meanwhile, the Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro shoes introduced a more advanced drop-in midsole featuring React foam.

The advantages of the original Lunarlon cushioning include:

  • Softer materials
  • Foot-molded fit
  • Immediate comfort out of the box

The advantages of the new Protro React foam midsoles include:

  • Optimal responsiveness and bounce
  • Better durability
  • Better comfort after all-day use

React foam midsoles have made many of Nike's latest sneakers stand out from their predecessors. Examples include Nike's Kobe 9 Low Game Royal, Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro Halo, and Kobe 9 Elite Low Portro Perspective.

 

The October 1 Kobe Drop

Find Kobe 9 Elite Low sneakers in multiple new colorways with full-family availability in October 2025. The latest limited Kobe 9 Low editions in men's and GS sizes include:

  • "Wolf Grey" and white
  • "Game Royal" blue
  • "University Red"

Shop the Kobe 9 Pack at Hibbett

Performance meets streetwear with the latest Kobe 9 Elite Low colorways. Don't miss your chance to grab these Nike sneakers with Hibbett when they release on October 1. Check the Hibbett launch calendar to see what else is on the way. 

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