Basketball Shoe Reviews
326 Shoes available
released Oct. 2024
- 8.1rating based on 9 expert reviews
- The Nike Ja 2 makes minor changes but delivers a similar experience to its predecessor.
- The Ja 2 is best for players who enjoy light, speedy shoes with a bit of pop.
released Sep. 2024
from$109.99
Buy from DICK's- 8.4rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The New Balance Hesi Low V2 is a definite improvement compared to the V1 because of the traction and cushioning.
- This shoe is best for lighter, nimbler players.
released Sep. 2024
- 8.4rating based on 8 expert reviews
- The Adidas Dame 9 is an excellent performance shoe. It features impressive traction and support.
- The Dame 9 is best for players looking for soft cushioning and containment.
released Sep. 2024
- 8.1rating based on 6 expert reviews
- The Immortality 4 is a solid performer that provides improved support at a manageable price.
- The Nike Giannis Immortality 4 is best for players looking for a budget shoe with a durable outsole and supportive upper.
released Sep. 2024
from$119.99
Buy from DICK's- 8.7rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The New Balance TWO WXY V5 does everything well.
- The shoe plays well for all positions. It does it all.
released Aug. 2024
- 8.2rating based on 6 expert reviews
- The Jordan Luka 3 is a bulky-looking shoe that plays more balanced than it looks thanks to its tacky traction.
- The Luka 3 is best for shifty, balanced players who mainly play on clean courts.
released Aug. 2024
- 8.2rating based on 8 expert reviews
- The Air Jordan 39 is a great performance shoe with many positive features and a few negative ones.
- This is the perfect shoe for players who love explosive cushioning setups.
released Aug. 2024
- 8.0rating based on 6 expert reviews
- The Adidas AE 1 Low is a mixed bag with decent performance but the fit may bother some.
- The shoe is best for shifty players who like to feel low to the ground.
released Aug. 2024
- 8.0rating based on 6 expert reviews
- The Nike Zoom Freak 6 is another decent performer with reliable traction performance.
- The shoe's responsiveness and light weight are better suited for lighter guards.
released Aug. 2024
- 8.5rating based on 5 expert reviews
- The Curry 12 is the best performer in the Curry line thanks to the revamped cushioning and continued excellence of Flow foam.
- The Curry 12 is the perfect shoe for players who need elite traction on clean courts.
released Aug. 2024
from$66.00
Buy from KicksCrew- 8.9rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The Way of Wade All City 12 Encore is a fantastic, balanced performance shoe. Traction and cushioning, in particular, are outstanding.
- This shoe has something for everyone. All players will enjoy the All City 12 Encore.
released Jul. 2024
from$225.00
Buy from Way of Wade- 8.9rating based on 7 expert reviews
- Li-Ning's Way of Wade 11 is an outstanding performance hoop shoe with grippy traction and bouncy cushioning.
- The lightweight, well-cushioned Way of Wade 11 is recommended for players who like to get up and down the court and vertical.
released Jul. 2024
- 8.5rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The Adidas D.O.N. Issue 6 is a great performer. The shoe is lightweight and reliable.
- The D.O.N. Issue 6 is best for quicker players looking for a bottom-light shoe.
released Jul. 2024
- 8.5rating based on 11 expert reviews
- The Nike Sabrina 2 is a lightweight shoe with fantastic traction performance.
- The shoe is a great pick for responsive and quick guards. The court feel and responsiveness will cater well to that play style.
released Jul. 2024
- 8.4rating based on 7 expert reviews
- The Nike GT Hustle 3 offers plenty of impact protection with its plush-feeling cushion setup.
- These shoes are best for bigs who get off the ground often and require impact protection.
released Jul. 2024
from$79.00
Buy from StockX- 7.0rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The Nike GT Hustle Academy sacrifices a lot of tech to be a lightweight, minimal performer.
- This shoe is best for lighter players with a mobile play style.
released Jul. 2024
from$86.00
Buy from KicksCrew- 8.7rating based on 5 expert reviews
- The Li-Ning Wade 808 4 Ultra is the best shoe in the 808 lineup. The drop-in midsole continues to improve.
- The 808 4 Ultra is best as a balanced performance shoe. It provides excellent performance in all aspects of the shoe.
released Jun. 2024
from$109.00
Buy from KicksCrew- 8.3rating based on 5 expert reviews
- The Kobe 8 Protro is a solid performer featuring impressive traction.
- The shoe is best for quicker guards looking for an excellent court feel.
released May 2024
$125$119.99
Buy from DICK's- 8.0rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The Puma Stewie 3 introduces an interesting drop-in midsole setup, but the traction performance on dust holds the shoe back.
- Players who don't require much bounciness and excel with low-to-the-ground setups.
released Apr. 2024
$150$82.97
Buy from Nike- 7.5rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The Jordan Zion 3 SE upgrades the materials and lockdown, but the fit and traction are problematic.
- The Jordan Zion 3 SE is best for narrow-foot players who like a drop-in midsole setup.