Nike is honoring Kobe Bryant’s legacy once again, this time with a bold new collection that blends basketball greatness and Dodgers culture. Launching May 30, the Mamba Baseball Equipment Collection brings Kobe’s iconic style to the diamond, with exclusive gear inspired by the late Lakers legend and Los Angeles itself.
Black Mamba meets Dodgers style
At the heart of the release is a custom Dodgers-style jersey featuring “Mamba” in the team’s signature script, Bryant’s famous No. 8 and 24, and his sheath logo. Special embroidery reading “Thank You Kobe” and “Mamba Out” nods to his legendary final NBA game in 2016. It helps to connect the history of basketball to the baseball scene in L.A.
This is more than just a jersey. Nike Baseball is also dropping high-performance gear, including arm sleeves, batting gloves, sliding mitts, and even a full catcher’s set. Each item has detailed snakeskin patterns, Mamba logos, and classic Dodgers blue. It’s designed for both the field and the fans, bridging Kobe’s Mamba Mentality with baseball aesthetics.
The Kobe 6 “Dodgers” sneaker
The release date was postponed, and now the product is being released alongside the apparel: the much-hyped Kobe 6 Protro “Dodgers” sneaker. Blue scales, red stitching, and crisp white midsoles. The shoe captures Kobe’s sharp style and the city’s iconic baseball energy. Expect it to sell out fast when it hits Nike SNKRS on May 30.
Last season, the Los Angeles Dodgers paid tribute to Kobe Bryant’s legacy in a heartfelt way. Vanessa Bryant, Kobe’s widow, was honored by the team during a special World Series collection.
In an emotional moment, their daughter threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium, wearing a Dodgers jersey emblazoned with her father’s iconic No. 8. The gesture was more than symbolic. It was a celebration of Kobe’s impact beyond basketball.
For Angelenos, this launch feels personal to us. The city that shaped Kobe, and was shaped by him, gets a collection that speaks directly to his influence across sports. This release is a powerful reminder of what the Black Mamba meant to L.A.