Key facts
- The retail price for adult sizes is $220.00 USD.
- This product will release on April 13th, 2026.
Nike is releasing the Kobe 11 EM Protro "Mamba Day" on April 13th, 2026 for $220, bringing back the black-and-gold tribute first tied to Kobe Bryant's finale.
Nike has recently published official images of the Nike Kobe 11 EM Protro in the "Mamba Day" makeup, confirming the pair is part of the upcoming April 2026 rollout. The image set highlights the upper graphic that references milestones from Bryant's career, plus the gold Sheath logo and a "2026" tongue-back stamp that separates this release from the original pair.
This release carries style code IU4902-900 and arrives in a "Multi-Color / Multi-Color" official colorway with a listed MSRP of $220. It lands on the anniversary of Bryant's final NBA game on April 13th, giving the Mamba Day tribute an even deeper connection to that career-defining moment. This colorway traces back to 2016, when its signature graphic appeared as a customizable Nike By You option (formerly known as NIKEiD) instead of a traditional retail launch.
When is Nike Kobe 11 EM Protro "Mamba Day" releasing?
Nike Kobe 11 EM Protro "Mamba Day" is releasing during Summer 2026 on Nike.com and at select Nike Basketball retailers. The official release date is April 13th, 2026. That confirmed date places the release within Nike's Summer 2026 seasonal rollout. Summer 2026 spans April through June, and this launch lands at the front of that window. Check out images of Nike Kobe 11 EM Protro "Mamba Day" below while we wait for more details about the launch.
In other news, check out the Nike Kobe 11 Elite Protro "Black & Metallic Gold", which is also releasing on April 13th, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the release date?
- The Nike Kobe 11 EM Protro "Mamba Day" is releasing on April 13, 2026. This means a release will occur during Summer 2026.
- What is the retail price?
- The retail price is $220.00 USD.
Vlad Ciutacu is a writer based in The Hague, Netherlands. He has been working in the footwear industry for more than a decade, with hundreds of pairs in his collection. His favourite models are the Air Jordan 1 and the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro. Find him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
