Gigi Bryant To Be Honored With This Nike Kobe 4 Protro

BYAlexander ColePublished on February 15, 20234.6K Views

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Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna Bryant attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks at Staples Center on December 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

This Nike Kobe 4 Protro looks amazing.

Gigi Bryant and her father Kobe tragically lost their lives three years ago in a helicopter accident. Seven others were also killed in the crash, and it remains one of the most shocking tragedies of the last few years. Overall, Gigi and Kobe's memories are still being honored. In the immediate aftermath of their passing, we saw numerous tributes to them. Whether it be jerseys or massive murals on the side of walls, there is no doubt that these two were beloved.

Moreover, in order to pay respect to Kobe and Gigi, Nike decided to take a step back from releasing Kobe sneakers. Back in 2020, the brand was looking to come through with all sorts of Kobe retros. However, they realized that this probably would not be the best look. Eventually, they came back with some new Kobe-inspired kicks before their contract with the Bryant estate ran out. For a while, it seemed like Nike would no longer be permitted to make Kobe sneakers. Now, however, they have a new deal with Vanessa Bryant, and it seems like Nike is ready to take advantage.

Gigi Bryant x Nike

We have reported quite a bit on the Nike Kobe 4 Protro and how it is returning this year. According to @kicksaluoluo2 and @zsneakerheadz, there is now a Gigi-inspired Nike Kobe 4 Protro on the way. Firstly, this shoe contains a white leather upper. Secondly, the secondary color here seems to be a gorgeous navy blue. From the Nike swoosh to the checkered pattern on the back heel, there is a great aesthetic being put together here. Overall, it is an incredibly clean color scheme that fans will most definitely enjoy. It also helps that this is just an all-time great Kobe silhouette.

For now, this shoe is rumored to drop on May 1st, which just so happens to be Gigi's birthday. Although, this release date has not yet been confirmed by Nike directly. Either way, this would be a great release that will definitely excite the fans out there. Let us know what you think of these, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world.

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Alexander Cole

Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.