Nike Air Zoom BB NXT
Released 7/2020, Low Top,
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8.3
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
8.5
USER RATING
7 ratings
Super comfortable shoe with soft React cushioning and great traction
Best Suitable For:
Works best for big guys looking for a lot of impact protection
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $179.99
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Nike Air Zoom BB NXT |  Nike KD 15 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro |  Puma MB.01 Lo |  Nike Lebron 20 | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 8.3 | 9.0(0.7) | 8.9(0.6) | 8.4(0.1) | 8.9(0.6) | 8.8(0.5) | |
| User Rating | 8.5 | 9.2(0.7) | 9.1(0.6) | 8.7(0.2) | 8.7(0.2) | 9.2(0.7) | |
| Best Price | $179.99 | $112.97 $150 | $225 | $130 $150 | $79.99 $120 | $149.99 $200 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 430g - 440g | 370g - 390g | NA | NA | NA | 390g - 410g |
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Nike Air Zoom BB NXT Review
Pros:
Great traction even on dusty courts
Crazy-comfortable cushioning
Cons:
Lacks stability on lateral cuts
Expensive retail price
Performance of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
With the Air Zoom BB NXT, Nike included a lot of new technology focused on providing the most responsive basketball shoe ever.
The traction is insane and the multi-directional pattern works well on clean and dusty courts.
The cushioning setup is the highlight of the shoe with full-length double-stacked React and Zoom Air in the forefoot creating a super comfortable ride.
The materials give good support and breathability but could be a little more premium considering the price point.
The lockdown is nice, but the support suffers at times because of the high ride and plush cushioning setup.
Overall, the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT provides great cushioning and traction with next-gen technology.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Rating: 8.3 (ranks #203 of 330)
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8.9
August 26, 2020
Overall the Nike Zoom BB NXT is a fun shoe to play in with fantastic traction and cushion! They aren't perfect, but its a good improvement step for Nike and a refreshing change of pace. I do wish they had been able to fix the lateral Zoom Air and lacing cable issues prior to releasing.
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8.4
August 4, 2020
Almost everything about this shoe is awesome: the traction, the heel-to-toe-transition, the materials. But Nike just did too much with the React cushioning - it's super soft and comfortable but I didn't feel secure on lateral cuts because the midsole is so thick and unstable.
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8.4
August 3, 2020
The Nike Air Zoom BB NXT is a very comfortable shoe with interesting new tech. The cushioning is insane and I really liked the traction too. The only downsides are the lacking stability on lateral cuts and the hefty retail price of $180.
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8.0
July 22, 2020
The Nike Air Zoom BB NXT is an above-average sneaker that is very comfortable and features awesome cushioning and traction. Materials and lockdown are solid but stability is an issue. Overall, a good pick for big hoopers looking for a lot of impact protection, but at a price of $180, there are better and more affordable options on the market.
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8.0
May 6, 2021
The Nike Zoom BB NXT has an amazing cushion setup that feels plush and bouncy. It's a great all-around sneaker to hoop in, and it truly reminds me of the early setups of the Hyperdunk.
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User Reviews of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
User Rating: 8.5 (ranks #205 of 330)
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8.6
February 9, 2022
Great shoe with great cushioning, but at a price. It’s super high off the ground, so if you roll your ankle, shits gonna hurt. Happened to me and now I’m out for 2 weeks. Traction is solid, very squeaky, support is decent, and comfort is also quite mediocre. I would recommend these for heavier players who need the cushioning.
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8.6
January 19, 2022
This is a pretty good shoe overall. The midsole is very comfortable with the double stacked React, is very comfortable and bouncy, but VERY unstable which is a flaw that’s hard to ignore for some. But that did not stop me from having fun in these!
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7.2
March 29, 2023
In a month of using it, the side of it ripped, that was never happened and I’m light
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9.3
February 11, 2023
User didn't add a summary.
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8.6
January 10, 2022
User didn't add a summary.
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Traction of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.3 (ranks #49 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 9.1 (ranks #98 of 330)
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9.5
August 26, 2020
The traction on the Zoom BB NXT is beastly! I've only played outdoors so far, but I would expect them to be outstanding indoors as well.
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9.0
August 4, 2020
I was only able to play outdoors, but the first impression from testing on my wooden floor looks like these will have an incredible bite. On an outdoor court, the bite was also really good.
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10.0
August 3, 2020
The traction setup on this shoe is insane and the bite is ridiculous! On dusty courts, you will have to wipe the dust off the tacky rubber occasionally.
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10.0
July 22, 2020
The multidirectional rubber outsole provides phenomenal traction and is very durable. I was able to stop on a dime in every direction.
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8.0
May 6, 2021
The traction reminds me of the LeBron 17 as they use similar groove patterns. Dust pickup was not a problem, and the grip was impressive.
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Cushion of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Cushion Rating: 9.2 (ranks #50 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 9.4 (ranks #44 of 330)
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10.0
August 26, 2020
This cushion featuring triple-layer React, the third layer being the insole, is just as good as it sounds. These ride really high off the ground which definitely takes some time to get used to, but you're getting a ton of cushion throughout your whole foot. The only drawback is that the cushion is somewhat unstable in the forefoot area on certain movements.
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9.0
August 4, 2020
The cushioning is insane - I love it soo much! The double-stacked React in the heel offers crazy compression and is soft and bouncy. The only downside is the very bad court feel as the cushioning is super high-off-the-ground.
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9.0
August 3, 2020
The full-length React midsole featuring two Zoom units in the forefoot is super, super comfortable, and provides a ton of impact protection. And even though you are really high off-the-ground, the shoe still feels relatively responsive and offers a decent amount of court feel.
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9.0
July 22, 2020
The cushioning is crazy comfortable and offers a ton of impact protection. Unfortunately, the super thick and high-off-the-ground midsole takes away from stability on lateral cuts.
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9.0
May 6, 2021
The shoe has three layers of React cushioning and two Zoom pods located under the forefoot. It is an extremely comfortable setup.
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Materials of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.2 (ranks #161 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 7.6 (ranks #273 of 330)
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9.0
August 26, 2020
These materials have a textile upper which is comfortable, easily breaks in, and is pretty durable. They work well, but aren't anything special. It would've been nice to see some more premium materials given the price.
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9.0
August 4, 2020
The mesh/textile materials are surprisingly thin, soft, and durable. The tongue and Achilles area are nicely padded and very comfortable.
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8.0
August 3, 2020
The textile materials are supportive and feel nice on foot. Overall, the materials could be a little more premium, especially compared to other shoes in this price range.
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7.0
July 22, 2020
The upper is made from lightweight Mesh which provides a lot of stability and the foam tongue feels very comfortable and plush. The quality is a little sub-par as the materials are thick, not breathable, and feel a little excessive.
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8.0
May 6, 2021
The entire upper is made of mesh. It's much softer compared to other meshes on the market and feels very premium.
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Support of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Support Rating: 6.8 (ranks #323 of 330)
User Support Rating: 7.0 (ranks #297 of 330)
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7.0
August 26, 2020
The support in general is solid, but the lateral Zoom Air unit lacks stability and can cause some issues at times. The moderator plate works great for cushion and torsion. The internal heel counter works well too and I had no issues there.
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6.0
August 4, 2020
My foot was locked in on the footbed and I had no issues with containment. I didn't roll my ankle, but I felt uncomfortable on lateral cuts because this shoe is pretty unstable due to the soft and high midsole.
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7.0
August 3, 2020
I felt some instabilities on lateral cuts because the cushioning is so high off-the-ground. Other than that, the heel was locked down, the torsional rigidity was good and I didn't slip on the footbed.
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7.0
July 22, 2020
The lacing system really locks down your feet and keeps them in place safely. However, the shoe is very unstable on lateral cuts because it is so high off-the-ground.
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7.0
May 6, 2021
I wish they added more heel padding to help secure the ankle, but the heel counter and lacing tightly help to alleviate that. It also has a wide base that helps you feel stable.
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Fit of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.6 (ranks #74 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 8.6 (ranks #162 of 330)
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9.0
August 26, 2020
Lockdown was solid and the shoes fit like a glove. The nylon lace cable does chafe my pinky toes which was pretty annoying.
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9.0
August 4, 2020
Super easy to put on with a nice one-to-one fit. The toe box was snug initially but broke in after a few wears.
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8.0
August 3, 2020
Overall the fit is really good, but there is some slight rubbing on the side of the foot at times.
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9.0
July 22, 2020
The fit wraps around your foot and is extremely comfortable.
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8.0
May 6, 2021
There is a bit of extra space in the front of the shoe by the toes, but otherwise, it fits decently.
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Durability of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
User Durability Rating: 8.7 (ranks #118 of 330)
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Outdoor of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #141 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 80.0 (ranks #75 of 330)
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good
August 26, 2020
I've been surprised with the durability of the outsole. These have been great outdoors.
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no
August 4, 2020
The rubber is not durable enough for extended outdoor play.
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fair
May 6, 2021
The rubber is hard. The grooves are also deep and thick.
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Width of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
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regularly wide
August 4, 2020
Seems like normal width. If you have a wide foot I'd go up half a size.
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regularly wide
August 3, 2020
Consider going up half a size if you're a wide footer.
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regularly wide
May 6, 2021
If you're a wide footer go true to size or a half a size up.
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Size of the Nike Air Zoom BB NXT:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
8
slightly long
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very long
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½ size large
August 26, 2020
I went down half a size because the shoe looked like a runner, but other WearTesters team members said true to size worked for them.
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true to size
August 4, 2020
True to size fits me very well.
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true to size
August 3, 2020
True to size worked for me.
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true to size
July 22, 2020
Runs true to size.
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½ size large
May 6, 2021
If you want some toe space, go true to size, but if you want your toes to feel snug and against the shoe, go half a size down.
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