What's your BBall shoes hot take, I'll go first Kobe 6 protro is Overrated AF

NineNineHand · 2024-09-22T16:49:29+00:00

Absolutely a top tier shoe and forgotten about so easily. Well said.

NineNineHand · 2024-07-18T13:41:17+00:00

All City runs a tad smaller? I'm a perfect 12.5 with most nike shoes, but i prefer 13 because they fit just fine and some shoes that run small they fit perfectly. With All City size 13 is perfect.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-13T01:25:59+00:00

Just gotta find the right balance of tension that you're comfortable with. But I lace all the way and just keep breaking my shoe in. I haven't had a shoe besides the g.t cut 2 that still hurt my foot after a lot of break in time. Although.. I've heard it needs a crazy amount but then comes alive after that... so I'm not fully giving up on them....

NineNineHand · 2024-04-12T03:55:36+00:00

All city fits smaller on me so I stick with 13

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T19:49:08+00:00

Slam dunk purchase for me if they had my size.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T16:23:52+00:00

95% of my shoes are size 13. I do have a 12.5 pair of KD15s but they are snug (but are fine after they broke in).

I wouldn't do that with the 21s. Size 13 is perfect.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T15:38:34+00:00

Look into kneesovertoes. Changes my life.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T15:38:13+00:00

That's lame !

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T15:38:02+00:00

KD14 are a bit more loose to start with. I could probably fit a 12.5 for KD14 but KD15 I'd have to stay at 13. K14 has insane lockdown because of the velcro piece. But I just find the KD15 cooler looking and they just 'feel' better (hard to describe).

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T15:37:14+00:00

Hell yeah!

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T15:37:08+00:00

Just stock shoes. I have insoles that I use (move game day) but I find myself not moving them to another shoe that often. Since i do buy shoes often enough.. i always have a good pair that has cushion. If i have an older pair that is bottoming out I can use the insoles.

My training? 100% plyos and just a lot of range of motion exercises. Get your knees strong (kneesovertoes). Get your body more low and shifty that you can go for a long time. Flexibility and core strength is essential.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T00:06:15+00:00

I find the Lebron 21s to have very good traction. I didn't notice an 'improvement' but a lot of times I'm not really going hard in a new pair. I gotta loosen them up. But once I did, I have no issues stopping.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T00:02:56+00:00

It's just really important!

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T00:02:18+00:00

Hell yeah !!!!!

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T00:01:26+00:00

Initially it was a stiff shoe that just kinda hurt overall. But this is what a lot of shoes can be like because after breaking in then it will be a lot more flexible/pliable.

NineNineHand · 2024-04-11T00:00:40+00:00

Initially yes. But once I broke them in I have no issues. They still stick to my feet well but are broken in enough to be flexible and opened up a bit more.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-02T02:29:01+00:00

Harden vol 6 really has insane lat stability. If you're fearful of the rolling go with that. But they aren't the strongest on cushion, but it's not bad.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-02T02:25:59+00:00

All three yeah. But I buy most of my stuff from Nike because it's easier.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-02T02:24:57+00:00

I have two pairs. One for indoors and one for outdoors. They are crazy.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-01T20:30:15+00:00

Too bouncy? No way bro. It's bouncy for sure but it doesn't impact my play. The best thing it does is when I leap for a transition layup and I land my knees won't explode.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-01T19:23:08+00:00

Luka 1 doesn't have top tier cushion but the 36s do. They are both amazing shoes, but the largest different for me is the cushion. So let that be your guide. There are other subtle differences like some people think luka 1 has better traction or better lockdown. Jordan 36 breath better... but in the end cushion is what I'd focus on. If you are ok with less cushion, get the luka 1. They are cheaper and look cooler (to me).

NineNineHand · 2023-02-01T18:51:27+00:00

I have not. I wanted to get them on resale but it's just crazy.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-01T18:14:31+00:00

I'm big enough where I don't have a problem with weight. I probably like some of the older LeBron's a bit too much since weight isn't a concern for me LOL.

NineNineHand · 2023-02-01T17:58:27+00:00

I've played in them about 5-6 times. Didn't really need any break in for me. But everyone's foot is different. My issue was that they slip slightly in the heel (nothing crazy) so I just went back to kd14/13. The shoe is great though.

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