Key Details
Price: $155Style Code: IO8233-001Release Date: November 22, 2026
- Cushioning comes from ZoomX foam under the forefoot, while the heel gets Air Zoom units, according to Nike.
- The midsole switches between dark grey and white from the medial to the lateral side.
- A new midfoot shank adds stability and the traction pattern is updated.
The Nike Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision” releases November 22, 2026 for $155 via Nike. The details are reported and have not been confirmed.
The OG “Ruthless Precision” colorway first launched on November 22, 2016. It now returns for the first time as part of the Kobe Bryant Nike Kobe AD Protro program, exactly ten years later.
Release Date, Price and Where to Buy
Nike Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision”
Style Code: IO8233-001
Colorway: Cool Grey/White/Black
Price: $155
Release Date: November 22, 2026
Status: Reported
Nike Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision” Design
The colorway borrows the mismatched idea Kobe Bryant used before on the Kobe 8 “What The.” Look from the medial to the lateral side and the midsole flips between dark grey and white. Iridescent finishes on the heel cup add contrast. Nike rebuilt the shoe for the modern game with ZoomX in the forefoot and Air Zoom in the heel. The shoe gets a fresh shank in the midfoot for extra stability, an updated traction pattern, and materials chosen to make it feel lighter.
How Is It Different From the 2016 Original?
On the Protro, Nike puts Air Zoom in the heel and ZoomX foam up front in the forefoot for cushioning. It also gets a new midfoot shank, an updated traction pattern and lighter materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Does the Nike Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision” Release and What Does It Cost?
It is reported to release November 22, 2026 for $155 at Nike. The date has not been confirmed.
Does the Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision” Come in Kids' Sizes?
Only the men’s price of $155 has been reported. Kids’ sizes and prices have not been reported.
Is There a Kobe AD Protro Player Exclusive?
Oklahoma’s Aaliyah Chavez has a separate red Kobe AD Protro PE with orange and green midsole accents. It will not be released to the public.
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