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Kobe Bryant's High School Kicks Make a Comeback: The 'Lower Merion Aces' Kobe 5 Protro Leaks
9 Oct
Summary
- Nike to release Protro version of 'Lower Merion Aces' Kobe 5 colorway
- Shoe features maroon and metallic silver colors, referencing Kobe's high school team
- Original 2010 release also had Aces logo on heel, but unclear if new version will include it
In a move that is sure to excite Kobe Bryant fans, Nike appears to be bringing back a classic colorway of the Kobe 5 sneaker. Leaked images have surfaced of the 'Lower Merion Aces' Kobe 5 Protro, a retro version of the shoe that pays homage to Kobe's high school basketball team.
The leaked images show a sneaker featuring a combination of maroon and metallic silver, the colors of the Lower Merion Aces. The original 2010 release of this colorway also incorporated the Aces logo on the heel, but it remains unclear if the new Protro version will include the same branding.
Kobe Bryant's high school years at Lower Merion are a significant part of his basketball legacy, and the return of this iconic sneaker colorway is sure to be a hit with collectors and fans alike. While no official release details have been announced, the 'Lower Merion Aces' Kobe 5 Protro is expected to hit retailers sometime next year, giving sneakerheads a chance to own a piece of Kobe's storied past.
