Nike is set to honor the 30th Anniversary of the 1996 NBA Draft. Famously known as the draft that featured Kobe Bryant, twelve teams passed on the legend before getting picked by the Charlotte Hornets at #13. He was immediately traded to the Los Angeles Lakers and the rest is history. Plenty of 'What If's' still intrigue the minds, what would've happened if Kobe played in Charlotte? While we will never know, the legacy of this draft continues to spark debates today. This Dunk Low Protro 'Charlotte to LA' edition pairs the two teams together and the beginning of Kobe's NBA journey.

Shop AWOL will be releasing the Kobe Bryant x Nike Dunk Low Protro 'Charlotte to LA' in-store on Friday, June 26, 2026, on a first come, first serve basis. Any remaining pairs will be available online starting at 6 pm EST. Retail is $145 for men.