Nike A’One: A’ja Wilson’s First Shoe With Nike is SOLID
A'Ja Wilson's first signature shoe, the Nike A'One, is a very solid and reasonably priced basketball shoe. Maybe one of the best bang for your buck options in 2025.
Browsing Category
Low Top Basketball Shoes
147 posts
For a long time, low-top basketball shoes were out of favor, largely due to the belief that they were harmful to ankle support. However, that misconception was eventually debunked, thanks in large part to the late, great Kobe Bryant and the groundbreaking release of the Kobe IV, which redefined what low tops could offer on the court. Since then, low-top models have consistently ranked among the top-performing basketball shoes each season. This list features all of the low top basketball shoes we have reviewed using our rigorous methodology.
Today, low-cut silhouettes are more popular than ever, and many of us eagerly await the low-top versions of our favorite sneakers. If you are interested, we also have a list that rounds up the BEST low-top basketball shoes available now.
Jordan Luka 77: Better Than The Luka 4?
The Jordan Luka 77 is a great budget and outdoor option, and in many ways, might be a better shoe than the Luka 4.
Nike LeBron 21 Prime 96: The Greatest LeBron Ever?
LeBron James' latest signature shoe, the Nike LeBron 21 is very similar to last years model, and that, in this case is a good thing. Find out why.
Puma MB.04 Low: The Low is Better Than The Mid
The Puma MB 04 Low is a very solid hoop shoe, and this version of LaMelo Ball’s 4th signature shoe is slightly better than the mid version as well.
361 DVD 3: One of the Best Basketball Shoes of 2025?
The 361 DVD 3 is a surprisingly excellent performance model that offers a unique on-court experience, that's worth trying out.
Jordan Luka 4: A True Step Forward
The Jordan Luka 4 is a much better basketball shoe than the previous model and just might be the best Luka shoe to date.
Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra: Crazy New Cushion!
Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra features one of the best cushioning setups we have ever tested within the brand. A great overall basketball shoe.
Xero X1: Can You Play Basketball In a Barefoot Shoe?
¿Can basketball be played in barefoot shoes? The Xero X1 proves that it absolutely can. Believe it or not, the brand's first basketball shoe works on court.
Li-Ning JB 3: The Best Jimmy Butler Shoe to Date?
The Li-Ning UltraLight 2025 is one of the lightest basketball shoes on the market, but despite its weight, it doesn't skimp on anything.
Way of Wade Ice Blood 2 V2: A Solid Budget-Friendly Option
The Way of Wade Ice Blood 2 V2 is a solid performer for its price range, offering great traction, decent cushioning, and a durable build.
Anta Kai 2: The Best Bang for Your Buck?
For $140, the Anta Kai 2 delivers premium materials, elite traction, and solid cushioning, making it a must-try for guards and shifty players. It brings back a level of craftsmanship that we rarely see in modern performance shoes, making it one of the best value options on the market right now.
Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo: Better Than The “Normal” GT Cut 3?
The Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo is an updated, and more expensive version of the Nike GT Cut 3, but, are the updates improvements?
Nike Kobe 6 Protro Sail All-Star 2.0: A Great New Version Of The Shoe
The Nike Kobe 6 Protro Sail All-Star 2 0 is a brand new colorway of one of the best basketball shoes ever with some protro updates.
Nike KD 18: Small But Significant Improvements
The Nike KD 18 is very similar on paper to the KD 17, with some tweaks here and there, but is it worth upgrading to the new model?
Reebok Engine A Performance Review: A Game Changer for the Brand?
The Reebok Engine A is an impressive reintroduction of a once-great hoop shoe brand into the basketball shoe market. Check it out!
Serious Player Only Player 1 Light: SPO’s Best Midsole Yet
The Serious Player Only Player 1 Light is a refined, and perhaps even an improved version of Player 1 Plus, which was already an outstanding basketball shoe.
Li-Ning Ultra Light 2025
The Li-Ning UltraLight 2025 is one of the lightest basketball shoes on the market, but despite its weight, it doesn't skimp on anything.
Rigorer AR 2: A Big Improvement
The Rigorer AR 2 is Austin Reaves's 2nd signature shoe and a big improvement on the AR 1. The Rigorer AR 2 feels like it will be a beast on court.