Adidas Harden Volume 9
Released 1/2025, Low Top, James Harden,
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8.5
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
9.6
USER RATING
1 ratings
The Adidas Harden Volume 9 is another solid performer in the Harden signature series.
Best Suitable For:
This shoe is best for all positions prioritizing a secure upper and springy cushioning.
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Available at 6 shops | Official Retail Price: $159.99
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Adidas Harden Volume 9 |  Nike Lebron 22 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Nike Lebron 21 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Adidas Harden Volume 8 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.5 | 8.6(0.1) | 8.8(0.3) | 8.9(0.4) | 8.9(0.4) | 8.6(0.1) | |
| User Rating | 9.6 | 9.2(0.4) | 9.3(0.3) | 9.2(0.4) | 9.4(0.2) | 9.1(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $159.99 | $144.97 $180 | $61.97 $170 | $133.97 $200 | $149 | $159.99 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | 410g - 430g | NA | NA | NA |
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Adidas Harden Volume 9 Review
Pros:
Springy cushioning setup
Breathability is better than expected
Cons:
The shoe is still heavy
Thin outsole tread picks up dust
Performance of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
James Harden's ninth signature shoe makes tweaks to the upper to continue improving the performance of the previous two models.
The outsole is mostly the same as his previous shoe. It grips well on clean courts, but the thin tread can pick up dust on dirtier floors.
Adidas uses LightBoost in the midsole, and it's bouncier and more springy. This setup feels nimble while still providing impact protection.
The materials are lighter than the Harden Volume 8, but it's still a heavy shoe. The upper also feels supportive and secure once broken in.
The combination of the new upper, the heel counter, and the shank creates a locked-in experience.
Overall, the Adidas Harden Volume 9 is another step in the right direction as an evolving performance line, thanks to its support and cushioning.
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Expert Reviews of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
Expert Rating: 8.5 (ranks #120 of 341)
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9.0
February 9, 2025
I love playing in the Adidas Harden Volume 9, and the improvements to the fit and support are welcomed.
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9.0
January 9, 2025
The Adidas Harden Volume 9 is much more nimble than it looks. The cushioning is springy, and the upper construction is impressive for stability.
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8.8
Saturday at 06:40 PM
The Adidas Volume Harden 9 might be Harden's best signature shoe. The fit, support, and cushioning are all outstanding.
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8.6
January 14, 2025
The Adidas Harden Volume 9 is a solid performance model suited for all positions. I like the cushioning and support aspects of the shoe the most.
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8.6
January 24, 2025
The Harden Volume 9 is an A-tier performer, thanks to its excellent cushioning, secure support, and decent traction.
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8.4
January 9, 2025
I like the Adidas Harden Volume 9. It feels lighter than the last model, and the cushioning is springy. My main gripe is the dust pickup on the outsole.
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8.2
January 29, 2025
I like the Adidas Harden Volume 9. The performance is consistent with the previous two models.
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8.2
Saturday at 06:43 PM
The Adidas Harden Volume 9 is a good performance shoe but doesn't do enough to differentiate itself from its predecessor.
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8.0
January 19, 2025
I didn't enjoy playing in the Adidas Harden Volume 9 because of its poor traction performance and clunky heel section. However, the support and cushioning are solid.
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User Reviews of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
User Rating: 9.6 (ranks #3 of 341)
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January 21, 2025
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Traction of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.7 (ranks #292 of 341)
User Traction Rating: 8.0 (ranks #246 of 341)
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10.0
February 9, 2025
The traction performance works extremely well on clean courts, and the dust pickup is minimal. I felt completely in control.
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8.0
January 9, 2025
This setup picks up dust but it grips well.
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9.0
Saturday at 06:40 PM
I didn't have any issues with any movements. Make sure to wipe to avoid dust accumulation.
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8.5
January 14, 2025
The traction performance is elite on clean courts, but it does struggle a bit on dirty floors.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The traction performance is pretty good. I had no problems getting to a hard stop.
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8.0
January 9, 2025
The traction grips well on clean courts but beware of dust pickup on dirtier floors.
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9.0
January 29, 2025
The traction performs well after you break it in. It plays well on dust too.
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8.0
Saturday at 06:43 PM
This traction performance is not as good as the Harden Volume 8. It holds up well on clean courts, but problems arise when the court is dusty.
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6.0
January 19, 2025
The traction performance sucks for me. I only experienced good traction on clean courts. Dust was a big issue.
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Cushion of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
Expert Cushion Rating: 9.4 (ranks #30 of 341)
User Cushion Rating: 10.0 (ranks #1 of 341)
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8.0
February 9, 2025
The cushioning is soft and feels light. The heel is plush, and the forefoot is low to the ground.
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10.0
January 9, 2025
This iteration of LightBoost feels more springy and bouncy. I like what Adidas did with this setup.
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9.0
Saturday at 06:40 PM
The cushioning stood out to me. I love how noticeable and plush it feels.
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9.0
January 14, 2025
The cushioning feels plush and provides impact protection around the heel. It is also bouncy and responsive near the front.
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10.0
January 24, 2025
You can't go wrong with Boost in the cushioning. It has responsiveness, softness, impact protection, and bounciness.
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9.0
January 9, 2025
The cushioning offers bounce, impact protection, and court feel. Just make sure to break it in.
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8.0
January 29, 2025
The cushioning is responsive, comfortable and adequate.
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9.0
Saturday at 06:43 PM
The cushioning setup feels good. There's impact protection and bounciness.
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9.0
January 19, 2025
The cushioning setup feels very nice. It feels similar to the Volume 8.
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Materials of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #186 of 341)
User Materials Rating: 10.0 (ranks #1 of 341)
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8.0
February 9, 2025
The shoe is well-padded, and the inner booty feels okay. It feels better after a brief break-in period.
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8.0
January 9, 2025
The materials are well-padded and dense. However, you need to spend some time breaking the shoe in. The breathability is also better than expected.
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8.0
Saturday at 06:40 PM
The materials are synthetic and textile. It took me some time to break them in.
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8.0
January 14, 2025
The upper is mostly synthetic, and it takes time to break in. It's not premium but it works well.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The shoe is somewhat heavy but lighter than the Volume 8. Breathability is below average.
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8.0
January 9, 2025
The upper feels like an upgrade compared to the Harden Volume 8. It also feels lighter, but it's still a heavy shoe. Breathability is better than expected.
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8.0
January 29, 2025
The materials feel malleable during play. It's pretty padded throughout the shoe.
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8.0
Saturday at 06:43 PM
The material quality feels synthetic, but performance gets the job done very well.
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8.0
January 19, 2025
I like the upper. The quality feels better than last year's model.
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Support of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
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10.0
February 9, 2025
My favourite thing about the shoe is the support features. I felt very secure and locked in.
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10.0
January 9, 2025
There's quite a bit of stability in the upper. The only negative is the flange isn't too wide but still works.
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9.0
Saturday at 06:40 PM
The lockdown is where the shoe excels. The shoe doesn't feel clunky, and I like how secure my feet feel.
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9.0
January 14, 2025
The heel lockdown is fantastic, and my foot felt secure and hugged because of the upper construction.
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9.0
January 24, 2025
Everything feels nice and secure, and the torsional support is excellent.
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9.0
January 9, 2025
The support and lockdown are impressive once you lace in. I was impressed with the heel lockdown.
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8.0
January 29, 2025
The lockdown is solid, and I experienced no heel slippage.
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8.0
Saturday at 06:43 PM
The heel lockdown takes a step back in the Harden Volume 9. I experienced some heel slippage, but the upper does feel more stable.
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9.0
January 19, 2025
The support feels amazing. Containment is not an issue, and the shoe feels structured and secure.
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Fit of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.3 (ranks #139 of 341)
User Fit Rating: 10.0 (ranks #1 of 341)
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9.0
February 9, 2025
The Harden Volume 9 fits way better than the Volume 8. The materials soften up and conform to my feet nicely.
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9.0
January 9, 2025
You can create a glove-like fit with the lacing and upper setup. The length is a bit long though.
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9.0
Saturday at 06:40 PM
The fit is snug and comfortable. It feels much better than the Volume 8.
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8.5
January 14, 2025
It's a comfortable basketball shoe.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The sock-like design made the fit simple and secure.
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8.0
January 9, 2025
The fit is comfortable and secure once you get your proper size.
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8.0
January 29, 2025
The fit conforms well to your feet thanks to the upper.
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8.0
Saturday at 06:43 PM
The fit is slightly more narrow but still works well for most players.
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8.0
January 19, 2025
The shoe fits me pretty well.
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Durability of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
User Durability Rating: 8.0 (ranks #232 of 341)
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Outdoor of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 10.0 (ranks #263 of 341)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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February 9, 2025
This outsole will not work outdoors.
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January 9, 2025
The tread is too thin for outdoors.
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Saturday at 06:40 PM
I recommend staying inside.
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January 14, 2025
The rubber compound is too soft and shallow for outdoors.
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fair
January 24, 2025
My Volume 8 held up well outdoors. I think the 9 will be durable too.
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January 9, 2025
I would not recommend taking this pair outdoors.
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January 29, 2025
The main downside of the outsole is the lack of durability.
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January 19, 2025
Do not play with this shoe outdoors.
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Width of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
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regularly wide
February 9, 2025
The width accommodates my wide feet well.
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regularly wide
January 9, 2025
2E feet can go true to size.
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slightly narrow
January 14, 2025
The forefoot is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
January 24, 2025
The width is average.
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regularly wide
January 9, 2025
Go true to size if you have a wide foot.
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regularly wide
Saturday at 06:43 PM
The shoe works well for slightly wide footers.
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slightly narrow
January 19, 2025
The toe box is snug.
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Size of the Adidas Harden Volume 9:
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true to size
February 9, 2025
I recommend going true to size.
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½ size large
January 9, 2025
Narrow feet can go down half a size. Medium feet can go true to size for a roomier fit or stick with half a size down for a snug performance fit.
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true to size
Saturday at 06:40 PM
I recommend going true to size.
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true to size
January 14, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
January 24, 2025
I go true to size.
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½ size large
January 9, 2025
I went half a size down.
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true to size
January 29, 2025
These fit true to size.
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true to size
Saturday at 06:43 PM
Go true to size.
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½ size small
January 19, 2025
I went up half a size.
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