Is the Kobe 8 Protro GS good for actual basketball?

Yes. It is built as a performance shoe with a drop-in React foam midsole and a rubber outsole for grip. The low cut and thin mesh upper favor quick, guard-style play over heavy post play.

How does it compare with the original Kobe 8?

The Protro version keeps the original low-profile shape and swaps in React foam for the midsole, which is more responsive and durable than the original Lunarlon. The upper and number-print styling stay close to the original.

What does GS mean on this shoe?

GS stands for grade school. It is made for younger players and comes in youth sizes, so adults should look at the standard Kobe 8 Protro instead.

Does it have good cushioning?

The drop-in React foam midsole gives responsive, springy cushioning with a low-to-the-ground feel. It is not a max-cushion shoe, so players wanting soft landings may prefer something thicker.

Is the outsole good for outdoor courts?

The semi-translucent rubber outsole is designed for court grip. Like most indoor-oriented basketball shoes, the rubber will wear faster on rough outdoor surfaces.

Where is the Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple" cheapest?

At Walmart, for $164.35, as of our latest check.

Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple"

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Our take on the Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple"

The Kobe 8 Protro GS is a grade-school basketball shoe that revives the low-cut Kobe 8 with modern React foam cushioning. The white engineered mesh upper carries a repeating print of Kobe Bryant's jersey numbers, 8 and 24, with Court Purple on the Swoosh, laces and heel. It suits young players who want a light, low-profile court shoe with Bryant heritage styling. Against other grade-school hoop shoes it is lighter and lower to the ground than most, but it offers less padding and support around the ankle than a mid-top.

Best forYoung basketball players wanting a light low-cut shoeKobe Bryant fans and collectorsGuard-style play that favors court feelEveryday wear with hoops heritage

Pros

Lightweight engineered mesh upper
Drop-in React foam midsole for responsive cushioning
Low-cut profile for freedom of ankle movement
Number-print upper and signature heel detail
Semi-translucent rubber outsole for traction

Cons

Little ankle coverage compared with mid-tops
Thin upper offers limited padding
Court Purple colorway is bold, not neutral
Grade-school sizing limits adult buyers

Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple" prices at every store

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About the Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple"

The Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple" is a basketball sneaker in grade school sizing. The upper is white engineered mesh with a repeating monogram of Kobe Bryant's jersey numbers, "8" and "24." It is lightweight.

Court Purple accents appear on the embroidered Swoosh, the laces and the heel counter. The heel counter also carries Kobe's signature.

A drop-in React foam midsole provides responsive cushioning. The semi-translucent purple outsole is built for grip on the court.

Color: White/Court Purple
Upper: Engineered mesh with a repeating "8" and "24" monogram
Midsole: Drop-in React foam
Outsole: Semi-translucent purple
Details: Embroidered Swoosh, purple laces, signature on heel counter
Sizing: Grade school (GS)
Use: Basketball

Specifications

shoe_size: 4.5YSource
color: PurpleSource
actual_color: White/Court PurpleSource

Questions and answers

Is the Kobe 8 Protro GS good for actual basketball?: Yes. It is built as a performance shoe with a drop-in React foam midsole and a rubber outsole for grip. The low cut and thin mesh upper favor quick, guard-style play over heavy post play.
How does it compare with the original Kobe 8?: The Protro version keeps the original low-profile shape and swaps in React foam for the midsole, which is more responsive and durable than the original Lunarlon. The upper and number-print styling stay close to the original.
What does GS mean on this shoe?: GS stands for grade school. It is made for younger players and comes in youth sizes, so adults should look at the standard Kobe 8 Protro instead.
Does it have good cushioning?: The drop-in React foam midsole gives responsive, springy cushioning with a low-to-the-ground feel. It is not a max-cushion shoe, so players wanting soft landings may prefer something thicker.
Is the outsole good for outdoor courts?: The semi-translucent rubber outsole is designed for court grip. Like most indoor-oriented basketball shoes, the rubber will wear faster on rough outdoor surfaces.
What is on the upper?: The white engineered mesh is covered in a repeating print of Kobe Bryant's jersey numbers, 8 and 24, with Court Purple on the embroidered Swoosh, laces and heel counter.
Where is the Nike Kobe 8 Protro GS "Court Purple" cheapest?: At Walmart, for $164.35, as of our latest check.