Jalen Brunson's Kobe 6 Protro 'Statue of Liberty': The Story

The Nike Kobe 6 Protro x Jalen Brunson 'Statue of Liberty' is the New York Knicks star's own Kobe 6, a Hyper Turquoise and Metallic Copper take on the Statue of Liberty. First worn as a player exclusive in the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, it released to the public on 11 December 2025 under style code IQ5774-300.

The Nike Kobe 6 Protro x Jalen Brunson 'Statue of Liberty' sits within the wider Nike Kobe range at PUSHAS, where every pair is authenticated by hand. It is a shoe with two stories stitched into it: Kobe Bryant's Black Mamba design language, and a point guard who has made Madison Square Garden his stage.

The design story: Lady Liberty on court

The colourway is built around one idea. The Statue of Liberty's famous green is oxidised copper, and Nike recreates that patina with a Hyper Turquoise upper, a minty green that reads as weathered metal rather than flat paint. Against it, Metallic Copper picks out the Swoosh, the Kobe logos and the heel, so the shoe carries both the aged surface of the statue and the bright metal underneath.

For a Knicks guard, the reference needs no explaining: it ties the shoe to the city he plays for. Nike's own launch copy puts it simply: Brunson wears this edition to rep the city.

From player exclusive to public release

Brunson debuted the pair during Game 2 of the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers. It was one of several Kobe Protro PEs he rotated through that season. The 'Statue of Liberty' then moved from player exclusive to general release, dropping on 11 December 2025 through Nike SNKRS and selected stockists.

The official colourway is Hyper Turquoise/Metallic Copper, and the style code is IQ5774-300. Those two details are the quickest way to confirm you are looking at the Brunson pair rather than another green Kobe 6.

Kobe 6 lineage and what Protro means

The Zoom Kobe VI arrived in the 2010–11 season. It was a low-top performance shoe that made his on-court alter ego literal: the upper is textured with raised snakeskin scales, a direct nod to the Black Mamba. The 'Grinch' colourway arrived as part of Nike's Christmas Day collection that year.

The Kobe line was shaped by Eric Avar, the Nike designer who worked with Bryant on his signature shoes from the Zoom Kobe I through to the Kobe X.

Protro is Bryant's own word. It stands for performance retro: bring back a past silhouette, keep its look, and update it for the current game. The Kobe 6 first returned in Protro form in December 2020, with updated cushioning. The Brunson pair is built on that updated platform.

How it fits and wears

The Kobe 6 Protro is a low, close-to-the-ground shoe, and it wears that way. Most wearers report that it runs snug and narrow, with strong heel lockdown. Players with regular-width feet generally stay true to size, while those with wider feet often go up half a size to avoid pressure across the forefoot.

If you are between sizes or have not worn a Kobe Protro before, check the fit notes in our Kobe size guide before you choose.

How to style it

Turquoise and copper do a lot of the work, so the rest of the outfit can stay quiet. Washed black denim or charcoal tech trousers let the upper stand out, while a cream or bone hoodie picks up the soft tone of the green. Copper, tan and brown pieces echo the metallic accents without competing with them. For game night, a Knicks jersey over a plain tee keeps the New York story front and centre.

Who it is built for

If you want	Built for	Wear it with
A New York statement	Knicks fans and city loyalists	Black denim and a Knicks jersey
A modern Kobe 6 on court	Guards who like a low, fast feel	Performance socks and shorts in black or cream
A player story on your shelf	Collectors following Kobe Protro PEs	The rest of your Kobe 6 rotation
Colour without noise	Everyday wear with a tonal wardrobe	Bone, tan and brown layers

Live now at PUSHAS

Stock as of 28 September 2026. 15 US men's sizes are live, from US M 6.5 to US M 14.

Every pair is authenticated by hand, so you can shop with confidence. The live listing shows the current price. Find your size on the Nike Kobe 6 Protro x Jalen Brunson 'Statue of Liberty' page.

Before you pick a size, read The Complete Nike Kobe Size Guide, then browse trending sneakers and collectibles.

FAQ

Does the Kobe 6 Protro Statue of Liberty fit true to size?

Most wearers report that the Kobe 6 Protro runs snug and narrow. Regular-width feet generally stay true to size, while wider feet often go up half a size.

When did the Jalen Brunson Kobe 6 Statue of Liberty release?

It released on 11 December 2025 through Nike SNKRS and selected stockists, under style code IQ5774-300.

Why is it called the Statue of Liberty Kobe 6?

The Hyper Turquoise upper recreates the oxidised copper green of the Statue of Liberty, with Metallic Copper accents, as a tribute to New York, where Brunson plays for the Knicks.

When did Jalen Brunson first wear the Statue of Liberty Kobe 6?

Brunson debuted the pair as a player exclusive during Game 2 of the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers.

What does Protro mean on the Kobe 6?

Protro is Kobe Bryant's term for performance retro: a past silhouette brought back with its look intact and updated for the current game. The Kobe 6 first returned in Protro form in December 2020.