Nike presents an incredible Phantom inspired by Kobe Bryant

The Nike Phantom 6 x Kobe “Black Mamba” is much more than a new colorway: it is the meeting between the clinical precision of the Phantom silo and Kobe Bryant’s obsession with excellence, designed for players who want to play with a true Mamba mentality.​

Phantom 6 x Kobe: when precision adopts the Mamba mentality

Built on the foundation of the Phantom 6, the Phantom 6 x Kobe uses the same technical fundamentals: Microstructured Gripknit for ultra-precise touch and consistent grip in all weather conditions, and Nike Cyclone 360 ​​plate for instinctive and aggressive changes of direction. This special edition transposes the DNA of the Black Mamba onto a shoe designed for those who want to control the game and strike at the exact moment, with calm and composure before the explosion.​

The mouth, the fangs, the skin: a design that bites

The entire design of the Phantom 6 x Kobe is based on an anatomical reading of the snake:

• The mouth : the front of the shoe is covered deep black in Tuned Gripknitto evoke the dark interior of the Black Mamba’s mouth, the snake’s most dangerous area… and the player’s most lethal attack zone.​

• The fangs : under the foot, the plate Cyclone 360 receives a subtle snakeskin effect pattern with iridescent finish, while each the tip of the lace is shaped into a tusk shapereminding us that precision can be as poisonous as raw power.​

• The skin : the color sable/ghost that covers the body of the shoe reflects the true color of the Black Mamba, often mistakenly confused with black, and the Flyknit heel adopts a relief inspired by snakeskin for naturally enveloping support.​

Touch Poisonous green and iridescent green echo the legendary Kobe 6 “Grinch”, while the Kobe Sheath logo appears on the heel and tongue, like a seal placed on the most “basketball” shoe ever seen on a football field.

A complete collection: High, Low and Jr for the next generation

The collection Phantom 6xKobe It is available in different versions to suit everyone’s preferences:

• Nike Phantom 6 SE « Black Mamba » High : Dynamic Fit raised collar for greater support around the ankle, ideal for those who like to be «stuck» in their shoe.​

• Nike Phantom 6 SE «Black Mamba» Low : Low silhouette preferred by players who want to maximize ankle freedom, with the same Elite technology package.​

• Nike Jr. Phantom 6 High SE «Black Mamba» : version dedicated to young players, to allow the new generation to enter the Mamba mentality very early.​

On a purely performance level we find: revised and perfected Gripknit, new, more natural shape in the forefoot, asymmetric Flyknit collar for comfort and a stabilizing heel counter that ensures support on dry terrain (FG).​

This Phantom 6 x Kobe is part of a larger Nike trajectory, where Kobe’s legacy goes beyond the NBA to touch football: we are thinking in particular of the FC Barcelona 25/26 away shirt inspired by the Lakers legend. Today, this bridge materializes directly on the cleats, with an edition that celebrates both Kobe’s passion for football and his obsession with work, preparation and control.​

Offered only in limited editionthe Phantom 6 x Kobe is aimed at creative players – playmakers, forwards and attacking midfielders – who want a boot capable of mixing composure and killer instinct in the final 30 metres.​

Price, release date and where to buy it

The collection Phantom 6 x Kobe «Black Mamba» will be available from December 15th ON Nike.com and at a selection of distributors, including Unisport, Pro:Direct and some specialist shops.​

• THE Phantom 6 Low Elite SE FG “Black Mamba” is displayed at approx €279.99 Nike and Unisport angry.​

• The High Elite and Jr. versions will maintain the same design code and will be offered at prices appropriate to their range.​

With these Phantom 6 x Kobe, Nike has probably signed one of the strongest collaborations of the year: a shoe that tells a story, carries a legacy and offers players the perfect tool to hurt… with precision. “This isn’t just a boot, it’s a mindset.”