The Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro revives the design that helped carry Kobe through his Achilles comeback. An engineered mesh upper keeps the foot cool and light, while integrated lace cables lock the midfoot in place for sharp cuts. Underfoot, the signature React foam delivers the springy, responsive cushioning today’s players demand. Built for hoopers who refuse to quit, the Nike Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro is the return of a legend.