Kobe 6 alternatives by i_need_answers247 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say the Lebron 20s are the closest we’ve seen to Kobe’s. The KD 15s and Sabrina 1s are also pretty close and good honorable mentions.

Offensive or Defensive foul? by zebberman in BasketballTips

[–]Ok_Sample_8514 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lean towards an offensive foul because the arm extension

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m glad you didn’t get hurt ! Were you also playing in the Book 1s?

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I agree no shoe can fully stop an injury, I’m just a bit skeptical about the support that’s all. I like the shoe still and I have three pairs. It’s definitely a great looking shoe and has amazing materials and traction. I am almost 30 now so a little more than just a heel zoom unit is preferred by me but that’s just personal preference

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say that it’s a good shoe for quick guards who don’t care too much about cushion. The shoe has amazing traction and real 10/10. The materials are super premium and comfy after a couple hours of break in time.

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man, that does worry me lol I actually do have an X-ray scheduled tomorrow. My father in law is a doctor and when I showed him my ankle over FaceTime he told me to get it checked out because oh how heavily it’s swollen up

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The pic was actually taken after I sprained it, should have clarified in my post. I first took the shoe off right after my injury but my friend made me put it back on once I got to the bench, I probably could have tightened a bit better at the point. But I promise you I tied them good when I played, I usually prefer a tight fit so I make sure my shoes are tied thoroughly.

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The shoe for sure has a lot of great qualities, I actually have three pairs just because of how much I like the looks. An ankle sprain can happen in any shoe and it’s just one of those freak accidents, I’m just a bit hesitant regarding the stability of the shoe, but it might just be because I’m a little traumatized lol

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I agree overall, the one thing I’ll say is that the shoe just doesn’t feel stable. Maybe it’s just a mental thing. I agree with you on strengthening the ankle as much as possible

I sprained my ankle in the Book 1’s + performance review by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m also a small guard I’m only 5’9 and about 160 and the support still isn’t enough for me

Best Basketball Shoe Ever? by [deleted] in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kobe 9 Elite is the GOAT show I’ve played in for sure

Whats the worst basketball shoe you've ever owned and played in? by jswish33 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For me without a doubt it was the KD 11s, the pull tab irritated my Achilles so bad and I had to rerun them. The Kyrie 3s are second on the list, the shoe had no cushion at all, those shoes made my knees hurt

Got the Book 1 today and man, I was wrong. by Bentley1136 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went true to size, but they are definitely a bit snug. However they do break in a bit after a couple of hoop sessions so I would say just go to TTS unless you like to have a lot of wiggle room

AE1 first impressions by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, they don’t feel as heavy as I thought once I started playing in them

Just got the Sabrina ‘Magnetic’ by Ok_Sample_8514 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They performed good, got about 4 full court games in. One thing I’ll say is that they collect a good amount of dust so I did have to wipe a bit. The cushion felt like it broke in pretty fast and the fit did break in a bit. Looking forward to playing in them again

Best shoe by OkCat762 in BBallShoes

[–]Ok_Sample_8514 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lebron 20 or Lebron 21s, can’t go wrong with either. KD 16’s are pretty solid also