Nike Kobe Protro 3
Released 8/2025, High Top, Kobe Bryant,
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Performance Ratings
8.2
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
NA
USER RATING
0 ratings
Performance Summary
The Nike Kobe 3 Protro offers decent traction with upgraded cushioning.
Pros
Cushioning feels bouncy
Fit and support feel good
Cons
Excess bulk and materials for a high-top
Requires a long break-in period
Best Suitable For: This shoe is a great pick for players seeking a modern high-top basketball shoe.
Category Performance Ratings
8.2
Traction
Chunky multidirectional grooves with standard rubber. Excellent grip on clean indoor courts, forefoot bite stands out, dust sensitive and needs brief break-in.
8.8
Cushion
Full-length Zoom Strobel over Cushlon midsole. Bouncy, responsive and plush with good impact protection but feels stiff until broken in.
7.9
Materials
Mixed leather and breathable mesh upper with synthetic overlays. Comfortable and upgraded feel overall but leather quality was inconsistent for some reviewers.
8.2
Support
High-top collar with molded heel cup and cupsole base. Strong heel lockdown and lateral containment but collar adds bulk and can feel clunky.
8.1
Fit
True to size with a snug, padded fit and secure lockdown. Extremely wide feet may prefer a half size up for comfort.
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Outdoor
Grooved cupsole with standard rubber is mixed outdoors. Traction holds on cleaner courts but may wear faster and struggle on rough surfaces.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Very wide-footed users should consider a half size up for extra room.
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Width
Best for narrow to regular widths. Extremely wide feet may feel cramped and should try a half size up or test fit first.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike Kobe Protro 3 |  New Balance Fresh Foam BB V3 |  Nike LeBron NXXT Genisus |  Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra |  Air Jordan 40 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.2 | 8.8(0.6) | 8.2(0.0) | 8.9(0.7) | 8.8(0.6) | 8.8(0.6) | |
| User Rating | NA | 10.0 | 9.4 | 9.5 | NA | 9.3 | |
| Best Price | $169.99 $210 | $103.99 $130 | $118.99 $150 | $159 | $169.99 $205 | $190 | |
| Type of Cut | High Top | High Top | High Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | NA | 440g - 440g | 410g - 430g |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Rating: 8.2 (ranks #245 of 381)
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9.2
October 25, 2025
The Nike Kobe 3 Protro is a fantastic basketball shoe. I like the setup, and I love the cushioning and material upgrades.
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8.4
October 19, 2025
The Nike Kobe 3 Protro is a phenomenal shoe. It feels good to play in.
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8.4
December 21, 2025
I would still play in the Kobe 3 Protro in 2025. It’s great in many aspects, like comfortable cushioning and strong support. Traction holds it back from being a top pick.
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7.6
October 19, 2025
I'm not a huge fan of the Nike Kobe 3 Protro. It's not my style of shoe, and I never felt quick or responsive in this pair.
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7.6
October 19, 2025
The Nike Kobe 3 Protro gets better with every wear. It takes a long time to break in, but the performance is decent. Traction and cushioning are the standout features.
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User Reviews of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
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Traction of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.2 (ranks #273 of 381)
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9.0
October 25, 2025
The traction is chunky with deep grooves. All of my movements on court were good. Make sure to wipe off the dust and dirt.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance is pretty good, especially on clean courts.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
Traction is upgraded from the original, but is still not elite. It worked okay in my gym, but didn’t perform as well as the best modern shoes.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance was not good, and it only feels adequate. It took time to break in, too.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance is fantastic, especially under the forefoot. It does feel clunky at first and needs to be broken in.
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Cushion of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.8 (ranks #120 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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10.0
October 25, 2025
I love the updated cushioning setup. I'm a fan of the Cushlon midsole and Zoom strobel unit. It feels nice and plush.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The cushioning is freaking nice. It's responsive, bouncy, and soft.
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9.0
December 21, 2025
The cushioning is plush and responsive after a break-in. The full-length Zoom Strobel with Cushlon 3.0 gives good impact protection. It may be a touch too soft for players who want a firm ride.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
If you like a full-length Zoom strobel board, you'll like this setup. The bounce and impact protection are impressive.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I was expecting a ride similar to the Kobe 1 Protro, but that wasn't the case. It feels stiff at first, and I wish the ride were lower. The shoe is bouncy and fun to play in, though.
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Materials of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.9 (ranks #273 of 381)
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8.5
October 25, 2025
The materials are also an upgrade. I like the breathability and comfort.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The materials feel comfortable, and there is no break-in time.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
Materials are distinct. TPU plastic upper with mesh underlays and synthetic leather on the toe. Tongue is more breathable and slightly more padded than the original.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The leather materials feel cheap and flimsy. I do like the breathability, though.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I don't hate the materials. The upper moves and breaks in well. It feels strong, breathable, and durable too. I don't like that they are high tops.
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Support of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Support Rating: 8.2 (ranks #253 of 381)
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9.0
October 25, 2025
I didn't spill over the side of the shoe, and I like how secure I felt throughout my movements.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I had zero issues with the support in the shoe. There was no heel slippage or issues with heel containment.
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9.0
December 21, 2025
Support is really well done. A carbon fibre shank, TPU plates, an aggressive outrigger, and a wide base add torsional rigidity and strong lateral stability.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I like how supportive the shoe feels, but I'm not a fan of the excess bulk from the high-top collar. I was also good for lateral containment.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The support isn't bad, outside of the cup sole feeling clunky. The upper ankle area is unnecessary in my opinion.
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Fit of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.1 (ranks #222 of 381)
User Fit Rating: NA
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9.5
October 25, 2025
The fit is slightly snug with tons of padding. I love how secure this feels.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The shoe fits well. It feels good and is not uncomfortable.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
The fit feels slightly wider than past Kobes and provides good lockdown with no heel slippage. I had a medial pressure point on one foot, but overall comfort is solid.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The shoe fits me pretty well. It feels close to perfect. There's no squeezing or any uncomfortable feelings.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels good.
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Durability of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 33.3 (ranks #191 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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no
December 21, 2025
The rubber isn't durable enough for outdoor play. I would keep these indoors.
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no
October 19, 2025
The grooves are not deep enough for outdoor play.
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good
October 19, 2025
I would be confident in taking this pair outdoors.
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Width of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
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regularly wide
October 19, 2025
If you have extremely wide feet, go up half a size.
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slightly wide
December 21, 2025
It feels slightly wider than the Kobe 4s and works better for flat and wide feet.
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regularly wide
October 19, 2025
Try it on first if you have wide feet.
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Size of the Nike Kobe Protro 3:
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½ size small
October 25, 2025
Go with your typical Kobe size. I went up half a size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
This shoe is true to size.
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true to size
December 21, 2025
You can go true to size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
I went true to size.
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