Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro

From the moment you lace up the Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro, it’s clear these shoes are designed to abet speed and precision rather than drown you in gimmicks. I’ve had the opportunity to be given these shoes as a part of my high school basketball team, and they are an outstanding shoe, allowing me to perform at the next level. In a market full of flashy tech and marketing din, this model feels refreshingly focused on performance. On court, the fit is snug without being enervating. Even during long runs, the shoe doesn’t sap your legs or make your feet feel dead. The traction leaves an indelible impression—sharp cuts bite hard into the floor, refusing to slip even when the gym is loud with squeaks and chaos. There’s no hint of malevolence in the design; nothing feels like it’s working against you. That said, there is a paucity of plush cushioning. Players who prefer something more indulgent underfoot might be dissuaded by how low-to-the-ground the ride feels. The look is also somewhat prosaic compared to more aggressive silhouettes, but that simplicity helps keep the shoe quiescent and controlled during fast transitions. These are not shoes made for squalid outdoor courts—use them there, and you’ll quickly see the materials burgeon with wear. Complaining about that, though, would be fatuous. They’re clearly built for clean hardwood, not rough asphalt. What really stands out is how the shoe avoids design ineptness. Every part feels intentional. Still, an ingrate might nitpick the minimal padding or prattle on about the lack of bold aesthetics, but that misses the point. This shoe is about function first. While some brands inundate buyers with unnecessary tech or even borderline nefarious pricing tactics, the Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro feels like a viable option for serious hoopers with a predilection for speed, control, and responsiveness. If your game values precision over flash, and you want a shoe that enhances movement rather than distracts from it, the Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro delivers—quietly, efficiently, and with purpose.

I love these shoes. I bought two pair. One for myself and one for my son. My favorite colors.:)💜💜💜🏀🏀🏀

Absolutely LOVE the Protro treatment on these pair of Kobe’s. The color blocking is perfect and the extra set of laces is a big fat cherry on top! The ‘Purple Dynasty’ color way feels like a call back to the Kobe 5 ‘Ink’ which I’ve always loved. Thank you so much Nike!