Overview

• Nike Basketball will release the player-exclusive Kobe 5 Protro PE in Indiana Fever colors on June 30 at 10 a.m. ET through the SNKRS app in select regions for $190.
• The sneaker pays homage to Clark’s on-court identity by featuring the team’s red and yellow palette and a design she first wore during the 2024 playoffs.
• Promotional copy on Nike’s official channels highlights Clark’s competitive drive, stating “When @caitlinclark22 laces her new Kobe 5 Protro PE she steps into a new dimension.”
• This release follows Clark’s 2024 signature shoe deal and complements Nike’s strategy of exclusive player editions to stoke demand and scarcity.
• Fans took to social media to express excitement over the drop, underscoring Clark’s rapidly growing influence in women’s basketball merchandising.