Verdict from 3 experts and +100 user reviews

10 reasons to buy

  • According to most players, the Nike Kyrie Flytrap 2’s traction is its strongest feature. It sticks like glue and requires minimal wiping.
  • These Nike basketball shoes will last outdoors, nearly all testers assert. The traction has deep grooves, and the rubber is quite thick.
  • Most owners observe that the materials of the Kyrie Flytrap II are a lot nicer than the first Nike Kyrie Flytrap.
  • These Nike basketball shoes are very responsive, a few players report. They claim that it feels quick on-feet and offers a lot of court feel.
  • Some owners are pleased with how these shoes fit. According to them, the Kyrie Flytrap II runs true to size.
  • A couple of reviewers are satisfied with the Kyrie Flytrap 2’s on-court performance. They also like the third Nike Flytrap.
  • A tester is happy that these Kyrie basketball shoes do not require any break-in time.
  • These shoes provide great support and lockdown, most testers declare. They say that there is no heel slippage and the forefoot bungee strap ensures a snug feel.
  • These basketball shoes look better than the Kyrie Flytrap 1, several commenters assert.
  • A tester says that the Nike Kyrie Flytrap 2 is perfect for guards. It is super light and feels very minimal.  

3 reasons not to buy

  • The cushioning is very firm, most reviewers assert. The impact protection is terrible, and the small forefoot zoom unit doesn’t really do anything.
  • A few owners are claiming that these Nike basketball shoes are little long and narrow.
  • According to one tester, the Nike Kyrie Flytrap 2 is not a comfortable shoe. He says that his feet and legs hurt after playing in these cheap basketball shoes.

Bottom line

The second installment of the Nike Kyrie Flytrap is an improved version of the original. Most reviewers are quite pleased with the shoes overall quality, performance, and aesthetic. Aside from the cushioning, everything else works as expected.

Similar to Kyrie Irving’s main signature line, his affordable takedown series is suited for quick guards who value responsiveness and court feel over impact protection. For a measly 80 bucks, players can have a minimal feeling shoe that can hold its own outdoors.

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Good to know

Made to compliment Kyrie Irving’s insane handles, the Nike Kyrie Flytrap II is designed to provide maximum control and traction in all directions.

These affordable Nike basketball shoes boast a curved outsole that wraps up the sides to provide all-angle traction. At the forefoot, a Nike Zoom Air unit provides energy return for a springy and responsive feel.

The Kyrie Flytrap 2 is also equipped with a forefoot band for enhanced support and containment while quickly changing directions.

Cushion. The Nike Kyrie Flytrap II has a foam midsole equipped with Nike Zoom cushioning. This cushioning setup offers a responsive and springy feel underfoot.

Traction. The Kyrie Flytrap 2 is designed with a curved outsole to keep up with Irving’s dizzying display of jab steps, spin moves, and crossovers. The curved outsole wraps up the sides to provide traction in every direction.

Length and Width. According to reports, these low-top Nike basketball shoes fit true to size but are a bit narrow at the forefoot. Reviewers advise ordering your real size when purchasing these shoes online.

Lockdown. The Nike Kyrie Flytrap II has a lace-up closure with a flexible forefoot band for a snug fit. The flexible band also helps with containment as you quickly change your pace and move in all directions. A padded collar and external heel clip keep the ankle locked in while you breakdown the opponent’s defenses.

These Nike basketball shoes are constructed with a durable screen-printed mesh upper. The durable mesh upper is designed to provide breathable support as you go full speed and make quick cuts on the court.

The Nike Kyrie Flytrap 2 fits right in with the rest of Irving’s signature line. These basketball shoes feature a low-top two-piece construction with an exaggerated heel piece. An obscured “KI” logo and number 11 is found at the midfoot.

For added flair, these Kyrie Irving sneakers feature a textured heel piece and stitching around the Swoosh logo. The outsole also has a third-eye-inspired design.

Currently, these low-top Nike basketball shoes are available in a few color options.

  • Black/White/Black
  • White/Black/Gold
  • Wolf Grey/Dark Grey/White/Black

How Kyrie Flytrap 2 compares

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Dimitrije Curcic
Dimitrije Curcic

Dimitrije Curcic has been playing basketball for over 22 years. Like Manu Ginobili, he’s a left-hander whose moves led him to a better career-shooting percentage than the Argentine himself. After playing professionally for 10 years, Dimitrije moved to coaching for two seasons before he became a basketball statistician for StatScore, and FanSided contributor for the San Antonio Spurs. Dimitrije loves to tell hoop stories through numbers and graphics and has been featured on Fansided, FiveThirtyEight, Eurohoops, and TalkBasket among the others.

dimitrije@runrepeat.com