KB5 Year of The Mamba Red

Design & Symbolism

• Drenched in University Red, this China-exclusive colorway celebrates the Year of the Snake, aligning with KB’s “Black Mamba” persona and the 2025 Lunar New Year theme

• A metallic gold snake motif gracefully coils around the lateral Swoosh, offering luxury and symbolic power → a nod to agility, precision, and Kobe’s fierce playing style 

• Accents in metallic gold are applied to the toe box, heel counter, and Kobe Shield logo on the tongue. The collar features a textured snakeskin pattern, bringing refinement to the bold aesthetic 

• Contrasting black Swoosh logos and outsole balance the fiery upper with grounding darkness, enhancing both style and visual clarity