Ranking Best Nike Kobes Worn by DeMar DeRozan

DeRozan wore some unobtainable Nike Kobes this year.
Ranking Best Nike Kobes Worn by DeMar DeRozan
Ranking Best Nike Kobes Worn by DeMar DeRozan /
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No NBA player carries the torch of the Nike Kobe signature sneaker line like DeMar DeRozan. The Compton, California native has debuted unreleased models and brought back forgotten hoop shoes throughout his career. 

At 32 years old, DeRozan had one of the best seasons of his career. His move to the Chicago Bulls has been great for the team, the player, and Nike. It was not easy, but below are the ten best Kobes worn by DeRozan during the 2021-22 NBA season.

10. Nike Kobe 5 Protro 'White Black PE.'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 5 Protro 'White Black PE'.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 5 Protro 'White Black PE' / © Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Game: April 8, 2022

Opponent: Charlotte Hornets

Stats: 17 points

Release Date: Unreleased

9. Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Green PE'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Green PE'.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Green PE' / © Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Game: February 7, 2022

Opponent: Phoenix Suns

Stats: 38 points, 5 rebounds

Release Date: Unreleased

8. Nike Kobe 10 Elite Premium HTM 'Race Car' Milan Exclusive

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 10 Elite Premium HTM 'Race Car' Milan Exclusive
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 10 Elite Premium HTM 'Race Car' Milan Exclusive / © Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

Game: March 28, 2022

Opponent: New York Knicks

Stats: 37 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists

Release Date: October 1, 2015

Resale Price: $500 - $750

7. Nike Kobe 10 Elite 'Opening Night'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 10 Elite 'Opening Night'.
Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 10 Elite 'Opening Night' / © Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Game: March 22, 2022

Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks

Stats: 21 points, 4 rebounds

Release Date: November 27, 2015

Resale Price: $500 - $1,500

6. Nike Kobe 7 'All-Star - Galaxy'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 7 'All-Star - Galaxy'.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 7 'All-Star - Galaxy' / © David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Game: April 24, 2022

Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks

Stats: 23 points, 5 rebounds

Release Date: February 24, 2012

Resale Price: $350 - $2,000

5. Nike Kobe 3 SL 'White Black'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 3 SL 'White Black'.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 3 SL 'White Black' / © David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Game: November 29, 2021

Opponent: Charlotte Hornets

Stats: 28 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists

Release Date: October 1, 2008

Resale Price: $2,500

4. Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Pink Flowers PE'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Pink Flowers PE'
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Pink Flowers PE' / © Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

Game: November 17, 2021

Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers

Stats: 22 points, 5 assists

Release Date: Unreleased

3. Undefeated x Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'Red Camo'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'UNDFTD'.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Undefeated x Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'Red Camo' / © Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Game: April 5, 2022

Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks

Stats: 40 points, 6 assists

Release Date: August 24, 2018

Resale Price: $1,000 - $6,000

2. Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low 'University Red'

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan wearing Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low 'University Red' during the 2021-22 NBA season.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low 'University Red' / Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Game: March 4, 2022

Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks

Stats: 29 points, 5 rebounds

Release Date: September 13, 2014

Resale Price: $300 - $2,000

1. Nike Kobe 8 'What The Kobe'

View of multi-color Nike Kobe shoes.
DeMar DeRozan wearing the Nike Kobe 8 'What The Kobe' / © Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Games: October 25, January 3

Opponent: Toronto Raptors. Orlando Magic

Stats: 26 points, 6 assists. 29 points, 3 rebounds.

Release Date: December 6, 2013

Resale Price: $800 - $2,000

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Pat Benson
PAT BENSON

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Sports Illustrated's FanNation. Previously, he has reported on the NBA, authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)," and interviewed some of the biggest names in the sports world. You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.