Li-Ning JB 2
Released 3/2024, Low Top, Jimmy Butler,
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8.4
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
9.0
USER RATING
1 ratings
The Li-Ning JB 2 features outstanding cushioning and solid traction on clean courts.
Best Suitable For:
This shoe is perfect for players who appreciate maximum comfort.
Category Performance Ratings:
Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
NA
Sizing:
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Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Li-Ning JB 2 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 10 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Nike Lebron 21 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Air Jordan 38 Low | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.4 | 8.9(0.5) | 8.8(0.4) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.6(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 9.0 | 9.5(0.5) | 9.3(0.3) | 9.2(0.2) | 9.4(0.4) | 9.5(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $289.99 | $225 | $74.97 $170 | $111.97 $200 | $149 | $80.97 $175 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 360g - 370g | 410g - 430g | NA | NA | NA |
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Li-Ning JB 2 Review
Pros:
Comfortable Boom cushioning
Sticky traction
Cons:
Thin tongue
Stability could be better
Performance of the Li-Ning JB 2:
The Li-Ning JB 2 is an impressive performer that introduces innovative new materials.
Li-Ning uses a new rubber compound under the forefoot. It grips incredibly well on clean courts.
The cushioning setup is the shoe's standout feature. All reviewers rave about the comfort and springiness.
The materials are flexible, breathable, and durable. The upper is also thin, which can be divisive depending on player preference.
Support and lockdown are decent, with all the necessary features included. The substantial heel counter and shank plate combine to offer secure containment.
Jimmy Butler's second signature shoe is expensive, with one of the most impressive cushioning setups on the market.
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Expert Reviews of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Rating: 8.4 (ranks #147 of 326)
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9.0
March 17, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 feels out of this world. The cushioning and traction are outstanding. The materials also provide breathability, flexibility, and comfort.
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8.6
April 5, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 is a solid, responsive shoe. I love how the traction and cushioning feel. This shoe is an impressive performer.
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8.4
March 17, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 is an overpriced shoe with solid performance. I love the cushioning and how the shoe fits.
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8.2
March 17, 2024
Li-Ning put a lot of effort into making the JB 2 one of their better performers. I have this in the A-tier. I love how comfortable the cushioning feels.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 is best for quicker guards and wings. I like the traction on clean courts, and the cushioning felt good.
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User Reviews of the Li-Ning JB 2:
User Rating: 9.0 (ranks #69 of 326)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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Traction of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.6 (ranks #154 of 326)
User Traction Rating: 10.0 (ranks #5 of 326)
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9 - Great
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6 - Subpar
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10.0
March 17, 2024
The grip is outstanding. There's no slipping or dust pickup either.
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9.0
April 5, 2024
The traction performs very well. It sticks to the ground and feels like Flow foam.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The traction pattern looks weird, but the performance is solid. I haven't been let down yet.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The traction performance gets the job done, but I'm not 100% confident.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The forefoot uses rubber for the traction, and it grips nicely. Be careful on dusty courts.
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Cushion of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 9.4 (ranks #29 of 326)
User Cushion Rating: 10.0 (ranks #7 of 326)
10 - Amazing
4
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
10.0
March 17, 2024
The foam underfoot is incredibly bouncy. It feels like a spring underneath you. The cushioning is unlike any other shoe I've put on.
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10.0
April 5, 2024
The carbon fibre plate offers extra springiness. The cushioning is one of my favourite features. Impact protection is amazing, and the foam feels bouncy.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
The cushioning is incredibly comfortable with a bit of added bounce. It also feels lightweight. The insole feels comfortable as well.
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10.0
March 17, 2024
I would say this is an incredibly comfortable shoe. It feels cozy on your feet, and the transition is smooth.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
I like the comfort of the full-length Boom cushioning. It feels low to the ground without sacrificing much bounciness.
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Materials of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.2 (ranks #150 of 326)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #44 of 326)
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9.0
March 17, 2024
The lockdown and durability the upper provides are unreal. I'm impressed with the breathability as well.
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8.0
April 5, 2024
The upper is tightly woven and feels durable. The materials also conform to your feet well.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The upper is thin and breathable. I dislike the thin tongue, though.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The interior padding is lacking, but the upper is flexible and breathable. There's also plenty of airflow.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The upper feels softer and more like a fabric. There's no break-in time, and the performance feels good.
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Support of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Support Rating: 7.8 (ranks #276 of 326)
User Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #245 of 326)
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The substantial heel counter and shank plate keep you contained nicely.
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8.0
April 5, 2024
I had no issues with the support and lockdown. The lateral containment and stability felt good, too.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The heel counter and torsional shank plate provide plenty of support and lockdown.
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7.0
March 17, 2024
The stability could be better.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The heel counter feels secure around my ankle.
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Fit of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.2 (ranks #182 of 326)
User Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #242 of 326)
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The fit is fairly accommodating, but the inflare is intense.
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8.0
April 5, 2024
The fit feels snug in the toe box, but I had some extra length because I went up half a size. I would recommend sticking with your true size.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
I love how the shoe fits. It fits me almost perfectly.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The shoe fits me well.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
There's a decent amount of toe space and the materials are thin and accommodating.
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Durability of the Li-Ning JB 2:
User Durability Rating: 7.0 (ranks #289 of 326)
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Outdoor of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 16.7 (ranks #237 of 326)
User Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #283 of 326)
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fair
March 17, 2024
The durability is better than expected, but the tread is flat.
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no
April 5, 2024
I'm worried about the durability.
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no
March 17, 2024
I don't recommend this shoe for outdoors.
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Width of the Li-Ning JB 2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
6
slightly wide
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very wide
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regularly wide
March 17, 2024
The width is accommodating.
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regularly wide
April 5, 2024
The width feels normal.
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regularly wide
March 17, 2024
The upper is accommodating enough for people with wide feet.
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regularly wide
March 17, 2024
The width feels normal. The toe box and midfoot feel spacious.
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regularly wide
June 23, 2024
Go up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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Size of the Li-Ning JB 2:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
6
slightly long
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very long
0
true to size
March 17, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go down half a size. 2E feet can go true to size.
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true to size
April 5, 2024
I would recommend going true to size.
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true to size
March 17, 2024
Go true to size.
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true to size
March 17, 2024
I went true to size.
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true to size
June 23, 2024
Go true to size.
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