{"id":493626,"date":"2025-07-29T10:34:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T02:34:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=493626"},"modified":"2025-07-29T10:34:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T02:34:15","slug":"nike-kobe-9-em-low-protro-wolf-grey-release-date-price-where-to-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2025\/07\/29\/nike-kobe-9-em-low-protro-wolf-grey-release-date-price-where-to-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro \u201cWolf Grey\u201d [Release Date\/Price\/Where To Buy]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In honor of Mamba Day on 24 August, Nike is releasing a special collection to commemorate Kobe Bryant, including the Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro &#8220;Wolf Grey&#8221;. This understated sneaker pays tribute to Kobe&#8217;s relentless work ethic and pursuit of perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About the Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro &#8220;Wolf Grey&#8221;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro &#8220;Wolf Grey&#8221; maintains the original&#8217;s clean aesthetic with a palette of Wolf Grey, White, and Pure Platinum. Its construction features an Engineered Mesh upper, Flywire lacing, and a low-cut silhouette, ensuring both breathability and agility on the court. For enhanced comfort and responsiveness, the updated model incorporates a drop-in React foam midsole, replacing the Lunarlon foam found in the 2014 original.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"699\" data-id=\"493676\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100822\/2-72.webp\" alt=\"Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro \u201cWolf Grey\u201d\" class=\"wp-image-493676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100822\/2-72.webp 1024w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100822\/2-72-300x205.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100822\/2-72-768x524.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100822\/2-72-282x192.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"699\" data-id=\"493681\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100951\/5-65.webp\" alt=\"Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro \u201cWolf Grey\u201d\" class=\"wp-image-493681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100951\/5-65.webp 1024w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100951\/5-65-300x205.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100951\/5-65-768x524.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29100951\/5-65-282x192.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Subtle yet significant details, such as Kobe&#8217;s sheath logo embroidered on the tongue and his signature along with &#8220;Obsession&#8221; stitched into the collar, complete the narrative of the Mamba Mentality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally launched in 2014, the Nike Kobe 9 EM Low was celebrated for its lightweight and versatile design. This &#8220;Wolf Grey&#8221; edition retains the essence of that legacy while integrating discreet performance upgrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"699\" data-id=\"493692\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101048\/7-53.webp\" alt=\"Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro \u201cWolf Grey\u201d\" class=\"wp-image-493692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101048\/7-53.webp 1024w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101048\/7-53-300x205.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101048\/7-53-768x524.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101048\/7-53-282x192.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"699\" data-id=\"493693\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101112\/8-46.webp\" alt=\"Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro \u201cWolf Grey\u201d\" class=\"wp-image-493693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101112\/8-46.webp 1024w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101112\/8-46-300x205.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101112\/8-46-768x524.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/29101112\/8-46-282x192.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a sneaker that embodies Kobe&#8217;s spirit without being overtly flashy\u2014a perfect choice for basketball enthusiasts and Kobe fans who appreciate subtle nods to his enduring impact. While perhaps not the most vibrant colorway, its versatility makes it an ideal everyday option, serving as a constant reminder of the Mamba&#8217;s dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Release Details<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro &#8220;Wolf Grey&#8221; is scheduled for a Fall 2025 release. It will be available at select Nike Basketball retailers and on Nike.com, with a retail price of US$190.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/sneakerbardetroit.com\/nike-kobe-9-em-low-protro-wolf-grey-ih1401-001\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Sneaker Bar Detroit<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other news, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2025\/07\/28\/anta-kai-1-chief-hela-crown-jewel-release-date-price-where-to-buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">ANTA KAI 1 Chief H\u00e9l\u00e0 \u201cCrown Jewel\u201d<\/a>. 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