The Complete Nike Kobe Size Guide

Updated October 2026 — the chart re-checked row for row against Nike's published men's footwear chart, with Nike's half sizes above a US men's 14 added to the chart and the calculator, and every live Kobe listing below re-read.

Nike Kobe basketball shoes fit true to size for most players, but snug. In length they do not run small or big, but they feel snug through the midfoot and forefoot. If you like space in the toe box, or you have a wide foot, half a size up is the safer call. Everyone else should order their normal Nike size.

The pair to size into first is the Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'ASG Hollywood 3D' (2026), live now in the Nike Kobe collection at PUSHAS, and every pair is authenticated by hand. This guide covers the full Kobe size chart, how the line fits, a conversion calculator, and the Kobes buyable in your size right now.

Nike Kobe Size Chart

How Do Nike Kobes Fit?

Nike Kobes fit true to size but snug, designed for a precise, performance-focused fit. As basketball shoes engineered for quick cuts and explosive movements, they use a secure lockdown fit that matters on court. The engineered mesh and synthetic uppers give a second-skin feel while staying breathable.

The low-top silhouette is the reason the fit runs the way it does. Nike introduced the Kobe 4 in 2008 at 11.6 ounces, describing it at launch as its lightest basketball shoe to that point and its first to use Flywire — a cable-based upper that holds the foot with minimal material. Less material means less give, which is why the line reads snug even when the length is correct.

Key Features Affecting Nike Kobe Fit

• Low-top design: freedom of movement, with support coming from the upper rather than a high collar
• Performance-fit upper: engineered materials that sit close to the foot with strategic containment
• Zoom Air cushioning: responsive underfoot without lifting you away from the court
• Lockdown lacing: lacing and heel counters built to keep the heel seated through a cut

Nike Kobe Sizes Buyable on PUSHAS Right Now

Sizing advice only helps if the size exists. These five Kobe models carry deep live size runs at PUSHAS right now, and every pair is authenticated by hand.

Working out which pair to size into first? Our ranked breakdown of the best Nike Kobe Protros to buy in 2026 compares the line model by model. For a closer look at two of the models above, read our verdict on the Kobe 5 Protro 'Lower Merion Aces Away' and the Kobe 8 Protro 'What The'. For sizing across the rest of the Nike range, see the complete Nike size guide.

How to Measure Your Foot

For the most accurate size selection:

1. Measure late in the day. Feet swell over the course of a day, so an afternoon measurement is the honest one.
2. Stand up. Measure standing, with weight on the foot, so it is at full spread.
3. Measure both feet. They are rarely identical. Use the larger.
4. Wear your basketball socks. Thick socks change the answer by about half a size.

Take the longest distance from heel to longest toe in centimetres, find the closest figure in the Foot Length (cm) column of the chart above — not the CM / JP box-label column — and read across.

Expert Tips for Nike Kobe Sizing

• Kobes should fit snug but not uncomfortable — they are designed for performance.
• The toe box sits close, which is what gives the line its court feel.
• Going up half a size is the fix if you prefer a slightly looser fit.
• Wide-footed players should usually go up half a size.
• The materials break in slightly, but do not rely on significant stretching.
• Performance basketball socks change the fit — size with the socks you actually play in.

Nike Kobe Sizing FAQ

Do Kobes run small?

No. Kobes fit true to size in length, but they feel snug through the midfoot and forefoot. Order your usual Nike size, and go up half a size only if you have a wide foot or want room in the toe box.

Do Nike Kobes run true to size?

Yes, for most players. Order your usual Nike size. The fit is snug rather than short, so the length is right even though the shoe feels close through the midfoot.

Should I size up in Nike Kobes?

Go up half a size if you have a wide foot, prefer room in the toe box, or wear thick performance socks. Standard and narrow feet should stay true to size.

Do Kobe 6 and Kobe 8 Protro fit the same?

Close enough that the same size works across both for most players. The Kobe 6 Protro has a slightly more contoured midfoot, so wide feet notice it more there than in the Kobe 8 Protro.

Do Kobe 8 Protros fit true to size?

Yes, for narrow and standard feet. The Kobe 8 Protro is one of the narrower shapes in the line, so wide feet should go up half a size.

What is my women's size in Nike Kobes?

Add 1.5 to the men's size. A US men's 8 is a US women's 9.5. PUSHAS listings show both numbers wherever the brand publishes a women's equivalent.

What is a US men's 9 in UK sizing for Nike Kobes?

A UK 8. Nike's UK number sits half a size below the US men's number up to a US men's 6.5, then a full size below it from a US men's 7, which is why UK 6 covers both a US men's 6.5 and a US men's 7 on the chart above.

How many centimetres is a US men's 9 in Nike Kobes?

A foot length of 26.2 cm. The number printed on the box for that size is 27, because Nike's CM/JP box label and actual foot length are two different figures. Measure your foot and size from the Foot Length (cm) column.

Are Nike Kobes good for wide feet?

They are workable rather than ideal. The line is built narrow for court lockdown. Half a size up is the usual fix; the Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro is the most forgiving of the models listed above.

How should Nike Kobes fit for basketball?

Snug with roughly a thumb-width at the toe, and no heel slip when you cut. If your heel lifts, the shoe is too big for the way the line is designed to work.

Do Nike Kobes stretch out over time?

Slightly. The Flywire and mesh uppers soften with wear but do not add meaningful width. Do not buy a size down expecting the shoe to give.

Is Nike still making Kobe shoes?

Yes. Nike and the Bryant Estate announced a renewed long-term partnership in March 2022, restarting the line, and new Protro releases have followed each year since.

Conclusion

Nike Kobes are among the more predictable basketball shoes to size: true to size for most players, snug by design, half a size up if your foot is wide or you want room in the toe box. Use the chart for the conversion, the calculator to check it, and the stock table above to see whether the size exists before you commit to it.

These guidelines work for most players, but foot shape and playing style still matter at the margins.

Note: This size guide serves as a general reference. Individual fit may vary slightly based on personal preference and foot shape. For the most accurate sizing, we recommend trying on Kobe shoes in person when possible.