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Nike Relaunches Kobe 3 Protro With Natalia BryantJalen Brunson Short Film Ahead of Aug. 23 Drop

Nike pairs a modernized 2007–08 MVP shoe with family stewardship through Natalia’s lead role.

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Overview

  • Nike released a 61-second short film titled “Rings-N-Things” on Aug. 19 featuring Natalia Bryant quizzing Jalen Brunson and delivering the line, “You reach, I teach.”
  • The Kobe 3 Protro “Halo” is scheduled to release on Aug. 23 via the SNKRS app at 10 a.m. ET, with adult pairs priced at $210.
  • Nike describes the reissue as its most extensive Kobe Protro effort to date, adding a full-length Zoom Strobel, a Cushlon 3.0 midsole, improved traction, and a more breathable mesh upper.
  • The design incorporates new diamond shapes on the upper and outsole as a tribute to Natalia Bryant, whose middle name is Diamanté.
  • High school star Aaliyah Chavez and internet personality Big Time Tommie appear in the spot, and Pau Gasol signaled support by reposting Natalia’s behind-the-scenes photos.