Nike Ja 2
Released 10/2024, , Ja Morant,
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8.1
EXPERT RATING
9 reviews
8.7
USER RATING
2 ratings
The Nike Ja 2 makes minor changes but delivers a similar experience to its predecessor.
Best Suitable For:
The Ja 2 is best for players who enjoy light, speedy shoes with a bit of pop.
Price Comparison:
Available at 7 shops | Official Retail Price: $119.99
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Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
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Sizing:
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Width:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Nike Ja 2 |  New Balance TWO WXY V5 |  New Balance Kawhi 4 |  Nike G.T. Cut Academy |  Nike KD 17 |  Nike Cosmic Unity 3 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.1 | 8.7(0.6) | 8.5(0.4) | 8.2(0.1) | 8.1(0.0) | 8.0(0.1) | |
| User Rating | 8.7 | NA | 8.9(0.2) | 8.6(0.1) | 8.8(0.1) | 7.9(0.8) | |
| Best Price | $119.99 | $119.99 | $86.67 $170 | $59.99 $95 | $119.97 $150 | $49.99 $170 | |
| Type of Cut | |||||||
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
11 likes
in 7 shops
$120.00
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in 6 shops
$120.00
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from DICK's
$129.99
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from StockX
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Nike Ja 2 Review
Pros:
Traction grips well
Lightweight construction
Cons:
Cheap materials
Firmer foam midsole
Performance of the Nike Ja 2:
Ja Morant's second signature shoe remains reliable and fun but bears too many similarities to other Nike shoes.
Traction performance is the shoe's best feature. Reviewers report feeling confident with how the shoe grips.
The cushioning feels basic. The foam is slightly dense, but the Zoom unit is bouncy. The main complaint is the lack of impact protection.
Reviewers agree the materials feel basic and cheap. They get the job done performance-wise, and the shoe feels light.
Support and lockdown performance is solid. Torsional support could be better, though.
The Nike Ja 2 is a fun performer because it's light and has grippy traction.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Rating: 8.1 (ranks #242 of 330)
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8.5
November 2, 2024
I enjoyed playing in the Nike Ja 2. It's Kobe-esque, but there are other better-cushioned options available. The traction plays well, and I like the snug fit.
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8.4
November 1, 2024
The Nike Ja 2 is one of the most practical, no-BS Nike shoes. The shoe's strengths are traction, weight, and agility.
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8.4
October 11, 2024
The outsole traction performance makes the Nike Ja 2 a fun shoe. The downside is this shoe feels too similar to the Sabrina 2.
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8.2
October 11, 2024
I like the Nike Ja 2 slightly more than the Ja 1. The outsole is grippy and the cushioning feels a bit better. Like all Nike basketball shoes lately, this reminds me of Kobe shoes.
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8.0
October 23, 2024
The Nike Ja 2 is a lightweight performance shoe with awesome traction. However, the impact protection is lacking.
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8.0
October 30, 2024
The Nike Ja 2 is a solid performer with decent traction and cushioning.
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7.8
October 16, 2024
I prefer the Nike Ja 1 because of the fit, but the Ja 2 provides a softer, minimal upper. The comfort feels decent, and the traction performs well.
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7.8
October 23, 2024
The Nike Ja 2 feels like a generic and basic Nike sneaker. The traction plays well and is the best feature.
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User Reviews of the Nike Ja 2:
User Rating: 8.7 (ranks #143 of 330)
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8.5
November 15, 2024
Keeping it simple. Good shoe if your feet are narrow. Everything checked out good but I returned my pair because they were way too narrow.
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Traction of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.0 (ranks #78 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 8.5 (ranks #184 of 330)
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9.0
November 2, 2024
The traction performance is amazing.
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10.0
November 1, 2024
The traction performance is fantastic, even on my dusty courts.
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9.0
October 11, 2024
The outsole tread is a clear upgrade compared to the Ja 1. The grip is consistent and confident. Durability is my only concern.
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9.0
October 11, 2024
Traction is the best feature once broken in. There's a ton of grip.
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9.0
October 23, 2024
The traction performance feels awesome. I didn't have any problems with dust either.
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8.0
October 30, 2024
The traction feels pretty good. I experienced minor slipping on dusty courts, but it was not a big deal.
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9.0
October 16, 2024
The traction performs better with more playing time. You pretty much stop on a dime. I was also fine on dustier courts.
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9.0
October 23, 2024
Traction is the shoe's best feature. It moves and sticks with my movements.
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Cushion of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.6 (ranks #274 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 9.0 (ranks #79 of 330)
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6.5
November 2, 2024
The cushioning setup let me down. It's more or less the same as the Ja 1. I need more cushioning under my feet.
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8.0
November 1, 2024
The midsole is more responsive than I expected. There's some more bounce, and the transition feels good.
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9.0
October 11, 2024
The foam feels slightly dense, but the Zoom unit is very bouncy.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
Cushioning hasn't changed much. The Phylon feels slightly better.
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7.0
October 23, 2024
The cushioning feels similar, and the midsole feels thin. It's close to the ground but lacks impact protection.
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8.0
October 30, 2024
Impact protection is decent, and the forefoot Zoom unit feels responsive.
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7.0
October 16, 2024
The cushioning setup is disappointing and there is not much impact protection. This shoe is good for the court feel, though.
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7.0
October 23, 2024
The cushioning setup feels basic. There's nothing mindblowing about it.
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Materials of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.8 (ranks #252 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #38 of 330)
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8.0
November 2, 2024
The materials are a lot softer. I like how the shoe feels, especially the mesh.
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8.0
November 1, 2024
The shoe is extremely lightweight. I had no pinching or discomfort, and the upper conforms to my feet nicely.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The materials feel basic and cheap. The upper provides decent containment.
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7.0
October 11, 2024
The materials are cheap, and there is no design. It works performance-wise, though.
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8.0
October 23, 2024
The mesh upper feels lighter while remaining comfortable.
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8.0
October 30, 2024
The materials perform well. It's fine.
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8.0
October 16, 2024
The mesh materials are thin and soft and there is no break-in time. The upper, as a whole, is minimal.
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7.0
October 23, 2024
The materials are lighter but feel cheaper. The shoe is still functional, though.
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Support of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Support Rating: 8.1 (ranks #222 of 330)
User Support Rating: 8.5 (ranks #179 of 330)
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8.5
November 2, 2024
I like the rigid internal heel counter and the outrigger. This is a supportive shoe for guards and slashers.
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8.0
November 1, 2024
Support and lateral containment are decent. I like the lockdown too.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
I like the ankle support section, and the shank feels decent.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The support is decent. The upper and outrigger help provide stability. The lack of torsional stability is a minor gripe.
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8.0
October 23, 2024
The support mainly comes from the outsole and synthetic leather materials. It feels decently contained.
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8.0
October 30, 2024
I felt snug and secure within the shoe. I also had no issues with heel slippage or side-to-side movements.
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8.0
October 16, 2024
Torsional support is not the best, but the lateral containment is decent. I wish the upper were more supportive, though.
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8.0
October 23, 2024
I miss the heel padding and sculpting, but the performance remains solid.
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Fit of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.1 (ranks #201 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 7.5 (ranks #284 of 330)
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9.0
November 2, 2024
The fit is close to being 1-to-1. I like the snug fit.
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8.0
November 1, 2024
I had issues with the fit. It felt good.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
I'm pleasantly surprised with the fit. There was zero break-in for my foot.
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9.0
October 11, 2024
I like the fit of this version. It feels slightly improved and is much more comfortable.
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8.0
October 23, 2024
The fit is decent. I would've liked more heel padding, though.
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8.0
October 30, 2024
I felt some midfoot pressure, but it was nothing crazy. The fit is solid and comfortable.
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7.0
October 16, 2024
I don't like the narrow fit. The shoe doesn't fit me well.
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8.0
October 23, 2024
The fit is enjoyable. I like the snug feeling.
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Durability of the Nike Ja 2:
User Durability Rating: 8.5 (ranks #146 of 330)
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Outdoor of the Nike Ja 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 20.0 (ranks #224 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #279 of 330)
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no
November 2, 2024
I wouldn't bring this pair outdoors.
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fair
November 1, 2024
I'm not sure about taking this pair outdoors.
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no
October 11, 2024
The rubber grooves are too thin for outdoors.
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fair
October 23, 2024
I think outdoor use will be okay.
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October 16, 2024
The rubber is too soft and the grooves are too thin for outdoor use.
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Width of the Nike Ja 2:
very narrow
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regular
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slightly narrow
November 2, 2024
The toe box is tapered. I recommend going up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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slightly narrow
November 1, 2024
The toe box is slightly narrow and snug.
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regularly wide
October 11, 2024
2E feet can go true to size for a performance fit or up half a size for a roomier fit.
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slightly narrow
October 23, 2024
Go half a size up if you have a wide foot.
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slightly narrow
October 30, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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very narrow
October 16, 2024
The toe box is narrow.
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slightly narrow
October 23, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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Size of the Nike Ja 2:
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true to size
November 2, 2024
I stuck true to size.
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true to size
November 1, 2024
You can go true to size or half a size up for some extra room.
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true to size
October 11, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
October 11, 2024
Go true to size.
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true to size
October 23, 2024
Go true to size if you have a regular foot shape.
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true to size
October 30, 2024
The shoe runs true to size.
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½ size small
October 16, 2024
Go with your true to size if you have a narrow foot and up half a size for a regular foot.
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true to size
October 23, 2024
Go true to size.
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