6 Best New Basketball Shoes in 2024
![6 Best New Basketball Shoes in 2024](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/buying_guide_primary/1833/1833-best-new-basketball-shoes-16382949-main.jpg)
If you want the latest releases of Nike, Converse, Adidas, or Under Armour, you come to the right place. In this special collection, we’ve rounded up and tested the best new basketball shoes out there. Check these parts of the web from time to time as we constantly update this section for new offerings.
Every year, new signature shoes of NBA Superstars like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and James Harden, to name a few, are released by major brands. Hoops fans await their arrival and even make their pre-orders months before their actual release date.
To help you decide which new basketball shoes are perfectly suited to your needs, we’ve reviewed several models and highlighted our top picks for your quick reference.
How we test basketball shoes
To identify the best model for a specific category, we put each model to an array of mechanical tests in the RunRepeat lab. As a team of wear-testers, we also go to work by determining the shoes’ on-court performance, fit, ankle support, and comfort by playing several games of basketball, both indoor and outdoor.
Our methodology specifically includes:
- Buying the new basketball shoes for testing using our own money. This keeps our reviews 100% objective and free from bias.
- Wear testing each pair playing actual games of hoops. After that, we record our first-hand experience.
- Cutting the models open in our lab. We carefully examine their essential parts such as the midsole construction, energy return, upper durability, support, and traction, among others.
Best new basketball shoes overall
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-21212253-main.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-21212253-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN review](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-review-20231842-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN lab test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-lab-test-20231841-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN cut in half](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-cut-in-half-20231826-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN microscope](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-microscope-20231839-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-breathability-20231809-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN microscope upper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-microscope-upper-20231840-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN transparency](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-transparency-20231828-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN toebox durability comparison](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-toebox-durability-comparison-20231844-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-toebox-durability-20231810-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-heel-padding-durability-20231811-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-outsole-hardness-20231815-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-outsole-thickness-20231813-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN jump](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-jump-20231848-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-heel-stack-20231820-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN stack height](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-stack-height-20231845-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-forefoot-stack-20231818-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-drop-20231821-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-midsole-softness-20231822-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-cushioning-20231836-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-insole-thickness-20231823-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-lateral-stability-test-20231816-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-torsional-rigidity-20231817-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-heel-counter-stiffness-20231819-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-20231824-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20231825-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-stiffness-20231814-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-outsole-20231843-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN lateral grip](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-lateral-grip-20231835-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-20231827-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN fit](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-fit-20231849-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20231829-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-tongue-gusset-type-20231831-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-tongue-padding-20231832-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-heel-tab-20231830-120.jpg)
![Nike Lebron NXXT GEN Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39780/nike-lebron-nxxt-gen-removable-insole-20231833-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
Newly released basketball shoes are all great, but the Nike LeBron NXXT GEN still managed to rise above them all because of its speed-oriented design that highlighted an effectively reduced weight and surprisingly firm midsole. We were also extra thankful for this shoe’s torsional rigidity that kept us safe from painful twists and instability.
Being a LeBron, we expected the NXXT GEN to be quite heavy. Our jaws dropped when the weighing scale reported its weight to be only 13.12 ounces or 372 grams, making it even lighter than the 13.65 ounces or 387 grams average. The reduced weight allowed us to speed up our runs.
We believed that LeBron shoes are always cushiony. But this belief changed when we played in the LeBron NXXT GEN. Its tooling actually felt firm and reactive! Our HA durometer in the lab pegged its softness to be 30.6, which is higher (hence firmer) than the 27.9 average.
We felt so protected from twists because the shoe’s base truly felt firm and stable. We manually assessed it in the lab, and it indeed showed quite a resistance. It earned a 4 out of 5 from us for torsional rigidity.
The shoe’s ventilation, though, was quite a bummer. Our smoke test showed that the upper material couldn’t let the smoke nor air pass through, and it earned only a 2 out of 5.
Pros
- Top-notch traction
- Lightest LeBron shoe (as of 2023)
- Nice bounce in the forefoot
- A fine balance of court feel and impact protection
- Effective foot containment
- Very comfortable wraparound feel
- Quality materials
- Standout design and colors
Cons
- Surprisingly not for wide feet
- Still kinda expensive
New basketball shoes with the best traction
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-21158484-main.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-21158484-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 P2](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-p-2-20586998-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Laid out](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-laid-out-20608851-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-20587000-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Micro1](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-micro-1-20608853-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Smoke Test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-2-20608852-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 light](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-light-20617608-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Micro2](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-micro-2-20608854-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Toebox Comparison](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-toebox-comparison-20608856-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Dremel Toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-dremel-toe-20608855-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Heel Dremel Result](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-heel-dremel-result-20608874-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Dremel Heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-dremel-heel-20608857-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-outsole-hardness-2-20608925-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Outsole Dent](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-outsole-dent-20608927-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Dremel Outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-dremel-outsole-20608926-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-outsole-thickness-20586996-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-weight-20608963-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-heel-stack-20608964-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-forefoot-stack-20608965-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-drop-20608966-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Foam Softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-foam-softness-20608970-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-insole-thickness-20608968-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-lateral-stability-test-20608969-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-torsional-rigidity-20608971-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-heel-counter-stiffness-20608972-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-20608973-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-midsole-width-in-the-heel-20608974-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-stiffness-20608975-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Grip](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-grip-20608977-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Traction](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-traction-20608976-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-20608978-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-20608979-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-tongue-gusset-type-20608980-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-tongue-padding-20608981-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-heel-tab-2-20615569-120.jpg)
![Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39565/adidas-harden-vol-7-removable-insole-20608983-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
Among all the basketball shoes that have recently been released, it’s the Adidas Harden Vol. 7 that delivered the most consistent bite on the court. This Adidas hoop shoe also provided a lot of outsole and toebox durability, making it such a suitable option for outdoor use.
The outsole of the Harden Vol. 7 is covered with a pattern that effectively delivered a strong multidirectional grip on various surfaces. Stopping on a dime was never a problem for us.
We performed a Dremel test on the outsole, and we were amazed at how durable it is. Our 22 seconds of high-pressure drilling only resulted in 0.5 mm damage, making this shoe twice as durable as the typical outsole that gets 1.1 mm of damage.
Speaking of durability, the toebox is also worth noting. Our twelve seconds of Dremel drilling on it barely left a dent, and it garnered a solid 4 out of 5 from us for durability. The toe-draggers are just so happy to have found this Adidas shoe.
Breathability is an issue for the Adidas Harden Vol. 7, though. It only got a 2 out of 5 in our breathability smoke test.
Pros
- Super amazing traction on dustless courts
- Heel-to-toe transition is smooth
- Well-pronounced court feel
- Fairly dependable impact protection
- Comfortable and supportive heel area
- Very good overall containment
- Laces offers exceptional lockdown
- True-to-size fit
- Easy to put on and take off
Cons
- Ventilation has to be improved
- Shoe is on the heavier side
New basketball shoes with the best cushioning
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 lab test and review](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-lab-test-and-review-21549093-main.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 lab test and review](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-lab-test-and-review-21549093-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 review](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-review-21541632-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 lab test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-lab-test-21541636-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 cut in half](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-cut-in-half-21541629-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 microscope test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-microscope-test-21541631-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-breathability-21541544-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Breathability transparency test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-breathability-transparency-test-21541564-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-toebox-durability-21541545-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Toebox durability comparison](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-toebox-durability-comparison-21541548-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-heel-padding-durability-21541546-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Heel padding durability comparison](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-heel-padding-durability-comparison-21541550-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-outsole-hardness-21541576-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-outsole-durability-21541549-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Outsole durability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-outsole-durability-test-21541555-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-outsole-thickness-21541561-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-weight-21541601-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 shoe weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-shoe-weight-21545243-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-heel-stack-21541574-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 heel cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-heel-cushioning-21541602-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 impact protection](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-impact-protection-21541627-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-forefoot-stack-21541575-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 forefoot cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-forefoot-cushioning-21541603-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 zoom unit](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-zoom-unit-21541641-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-drop-21541577-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-midsole-softness-21541587-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-cushioning-21541600-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 nike react cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-nike-react-cushioning-21541639-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Secondary foam softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-secondary-foam-softness-21541591-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-insole-thickness-21541592-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 lateral support](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-lateral-support-21541642-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-lateral-stability-test-21541557-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 ankle pillows](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-ankle-pillows-21541637-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-torsional-rigidity-21541559-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-heel-counter-stiffness-21541560-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-21541593-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 support](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-support-21541604-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-midsole-width-in-the-heel-21541594-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 profile](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-profile-21541630-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-stiffness-21541556-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-outsole-21541635-120.jpg)
![Nike G.T. Jump 2 grip](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40096/nike-g-t-jump-2-grip-21541605-120.jpg)
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What makes it the best?
The Jordan G.T. Jump 2 has managed to climb up the ladder and become our hooper with THE BEST cushioning: it's tall, it's soft and responsive, it's great for big players!
Debuting on July 2023, this shoe showed us its game-changing cushioning not only when we cut it in half in our lab, but also when we wore it during our games. Its heel stack is taller than 93% of the hoop shoes we’ve tested so far, and its forefoot stack is the thickest we’ve ever seen! Apart from being high, its midsole also felt really soft in our playtests. According to our durometer, at 16.0 HA, its Nike React foam is 60% plusher than average; and at 36.6 HA, its EVA foam is much firmer (130% specifically).
This dual-density foam gave us the best of both worlds, as it absorbed harsh impacts and kept us stable at the same time. When we cut the G.T. Jump 2 in half, we found a full-length Zoom Air stroble right under its insole. This key detail gave us the responsiveness we needed to perform explosive pick-and-rolls and to fearlessly jump for every rebound.
We believe this model is specifically designed for big players that usually stay close to the rim. Hoopers who perform quick footwork and explosive dribbles should look for a shoe with a better court feel.
Pros
- Extra powerful energy return
- Outstanding impact protection
- Dependable grip on clean courts
- Solid support and stability
- Very secure foothold
- Highly breathable upper
- Fits to a T
Cons
- Zero court feel
- Not for outdoor courts
- Heavier than average
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What makes it the best?
There are just a lot of things with the Nike Cosmic Unity 3 that make it the best pick for outdoor use among all the newly released basketball shoes at this time. Besides its totally hard outsole rubber, we also appreciated its capacity for great foot containment and stability. To be more specific, its heel counter felt really stiff and its base was largely resistant to twists.
The outsole of the Cosmic Unity 3 protected us very well from feeling the pressure from pebbles and other debris on outdoor courts. Our HC durometer pegged its hardness at 86.5 while the average is only 81.5
Upon wearing the Cosmic Unity 3, we already felt the stiffness of the heel counter and base delivered. We assessed this shoe in the lab, and the shoe got a 4 out of 5 for heel counter stiffness and torsional rigidity. There was no way that our feet could ever escape this basketball shoe’s clasp. We also loved it that we never had to worry about wobbliness even for a second.
If there was one thing that we would change about the Nike Cosmic Unity 3, it would be its weight. At 15.66 ounces or 444 grams, it’s way heavier than the 14.22 ounces or 403 grams average.
Pros
- Perfect for outdoor courts
- Outstandingly durable
- One of the most stable shoes
- Wide platform
- Very secure lockdown
- Reliable traction on all courts
- Breathable enough
- Sustainable materials
Cons
- Firm sole with poor impact protection
- Heavier than average
- Break-in needed
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What makes it the best?
The Nike Ja 1 is affordable at $110 a pair (average is $134), yet it offers the best value among the newly released basketball shoes because of its amazing upper durability, dependable torsional resistance, and unwavering support.
Our Dremel tests in the lab became laughable when they did not even leave a significant mark on both the toebox and the heel padding. Given such results, we are left with no other choice but to give the toebox and the heel a perfect 5 out of 5 for being amazingly abrasion-resistant.
Torsional rigidity is another aspect that the Nike Ja 1 perfected. It did not give us any reason to worry about twists and even slips. It’s truly deserving of the 5 out of 5 that we gave after giving it a nice twist in the lab.
When it comes to lockdown, this new Nike shoe is not to be discounted. Its upper material and heel counter work together to keep the foot in place no matter how intense our movements are. The stiffness of the heel counter got a rating of 4 out of 5 after it showed resistance to our aggressive test squeezes.
We just didn’t like that this shoe needed some serious break-in time. We would have appreciated it more if it were a shoe that we could use straight out of the box.
Pros
- A true bang for the buck
- Amazing grip on the court
- Quite a supportive ride
- Pretty comfortable wraparound
- Great plushness around the heel
- Good forefoot bounce
- Durable structure
- True-to-size fit
- Stylish look
Cons
- Cheap-feeling materials
- Still has to be broken in
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![New Balance Hesi Low vs. New Balance TWO WXY V4](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-vs-new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-21555525-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-lateral-stability-test-21552690-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-torsional-rigidity-21552692-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-heel-counter-stiffness-21552691-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-21552717-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low support](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-support-21552721-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-midsole-width-in-the-heel-21552718-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low flexibility](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-flexibility-21552723-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-stiffness-21552688-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low grip](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-grip-21552729-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low traction](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-traction-21552720-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low fit](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-fit-21552731-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-21552700-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-21552701-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low extra eyelet](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-extra-eyelet-21552724-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-tongue-gusset-type-21552702-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-tongue-padding-21552703-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-heel-tab-21552704-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-removable-insole-21552705-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
The Hesi Low, one of New Balance’s newest basketball shoes, has shown our feet and our lab that it deserves the number 1 position among the new hoopers for beginners we’ve tried so far. Its balanced lightweight, traction, cushioning, and stability features are what make it an affordable all-rounder.
Even after hours of balling, our feet didn’t feel tired due to its lightweight nature, as our scale showed 12.9 oz/366g. We could see why in our lab when we measured its stack height at 26.1/21.4 mm in the heel and in the forefoot. Our eyes could tell, yet our feet couldn’t. During our games, we felt a balanced mix of ground feel and impact protection.
We had a similar experience with the midsole. The Hesi Low features a full-length FuelCell foam, and in our playtests it felt moderately soft (which was great for jumping) but also nicely responsive (which we loved when we went for dribbles). In our lab, our durometer showed 25.0 HA, which is an average score. All in all, this shoe is once again giving us a little bit of everything.
Its stable and grippy nature definitely helped us gain some extra confidence with new moves. But we advise against using it when it’s hot, as it really lacks breathability (it scored a disappointing 1/5 in our breathability test).
Pros
- Lighter than average
- Feels nimble on foot
- Excellent ground feel
- Responsive cushioning
- Surprisingly stable
- Grip is fine after a warm-up
- Great durability for indoor courts
Cons
- Not breathable at all
- Not for outdoor play
- Possible heel slippage (fixed by using the extra eyelet)