The Best Nike Basketball Shoes of All Time: Top Picks for 2025

Just got these and opened them right away. The packaging from Poizon had a festive vibe, with a bright red box! It's the first time I've seen such a vibrant red box, and I was excited to open it. Inside, besides the shoes, there was also a red bag. The drawstring on the bag really surprised me—it feels like it would make a better shoelace, matching the shoes perfectly. The shoe itself is full of details, with various scale-like textures, and the insole features the classic "824" design. There are surprises everywhere. If these were old shoes, I wouldn't wear them out today, but since they're new, I'm willing to play in them. They fit a bit snug, so I might need to go half a size or even a full size up for a better fit. After walking around a bit, I noticed they have a strong, snug fit and are very lightweight. However, I can already imagine some creasing at the front after playing. I'll check again after tonight's game. The only downside is the black shoelaces—if they were gold, it would be perfect. I tried pairing them with the black and gold laces from the AJ38, and they looked much better.lg...More

Kobe's shoes tend to run small, so I recommend going up a size. The Kobe 5 does have a higher front and lower back, but I find it really comfortable for shooting guards. The responsive forefoot makes it easy to stop and pull up for jump shots. The upper material is top-notch. After two games, the outsole showed noticeable wear, so I'd suggest wearing them indoors. They also look really stylish.lg...More

"The third-generation G.T. Cut is here! It's as strong as ever, and the low-top design looks really striking. The innovation of using ZoomX for the first time in basketball shoes also satisfies basketball fans who have been craving running shoe technology. This time, the G.T. Cut's upper feels a bit thick, which can make your feet a little hot in the summer, but the addition of dynamic flywire greatly improves the fit. The cushioning is fantastic—the combination of ZoomX and a propulsion plate delivers a soft and responsive feel that's very direct. Even heavier players will enjoy it. Plus, the black-and-white colorway features a solid rubber outsole in the rear, which enhances durability."lg...More

The difference from another Olympic version with a different floral pattern lies in the fabric material. The same EP version, due to the different materials, is more forgiving for slightly wider feet when using standard suede material. There's less noticeable pressure on the little toe. The cushioning feels good too, but the only drawback I find is that lateral movements feel a bit sluggish, possibly due to the relatively higher center of gravity. I feel it could be a bit less responsive side-to-side. If you prefer quick movements, you might find it not particularly suitable. However, for shooting, I think it performs quite well.lg...More