Vanessa Bryant shared pictures on Instagram of the unreleased Nike Kobe 5 Protro "Year of the Mamba" basketball shoes.

Vanessa Bryant is said to have been approached by a number of producers in the years since his tragic death. However, the 42-year-old is claimed to want full control over the narrative.

“A strong-minded and confident individual that has really channeled all of his focus and energy into a space that nothing can penetrate and get him out ... mamba snakes than Kobe.” Bryant ...

‘He embraced hate’: The ‘ego death’ that transformed Kobe Bryant from the ‘king of LA’ into the Black Mamba (CNN) — In 2003, Kobe Bryant was on top of the world.

rumors indicate the jerseys should come out around Mamba Day, which is April 13, 2025. This falls in line with many previous Nike releases, as they have used specific designs dedicated to Kobe Bryant.