The Top 5 Low Top Basketball Shoes (2024)

Alex Morata

Updated: January 26, 2024

Here’s the weird thing about low top basketball shoes. The data shows that people who wear mid or high top shoes on the court are just as likely (if not more so) to injure their ankle as compared to someone wearing a low top. And yet, people have stuck to their belief that this type of shoe is just not the right shoe for the basketball court.

If you’re willing to trust the science and not your gut, you’ll find that there are a few low top shoes on the market that have everything you’re looking for in a solid on court performer. These are shoes that are durable, have the right level of cushioning, and provide killer ankle support, top notch traction and elite levels of comfort.

The shoes below are those that have been reviewed and rated as the best basketball shoes for ballers who want to play in low tops.

1. Puma Stewie 2

  • 3-pattern traction for excellent multidirectional coverage, though it lacks the durability for outdoor play.
  • Comfortable and bouncy cushioning thanks to the compressed EVA foam.
  • Secure upper and wide forefoot with an outrigger keep the foot stable with great forefoot containment.
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Fan Average

2.50
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Review Average

4.9

2. Adidas D.O.N. Issue #5

  • Elevated traction pattern on rubber outsole sticks to hardwood courts during quick cuts.
  • Lightstrike Strobel provides huge explosive power, with a sculpted midsole for speed.
  • TPU heel clip and medial zone stabilizer combine for solid support.
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3.74
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4.8

3. Puma All-Pro Nitro

  • Cross-hatched traction pattern similar to the original All-Pro, with a grippy and durable translucent outsole.
  • Well-balanced ride with a full-length Nitro foam slab and supercritical foam for more stability while playing.
  • TPU shank plate for extra stability and a springy underfoot feel, with forefront lace cables for better containment.
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4.07
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4.8

4. Nike Zoom Freak 4

Nike Zoom Freak 4
  • Durable, dust-resistant outsole and solid traction gives an especially good grip on hardwood courts.
  • Thick EVA foam midsole with two Zoom Air units in the forefront provide reliable impact protection.
  • Improved stability over the Freak 3, with a supportive and durable upper and a solid midfoot shank.
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Nike Zoom Freak 4

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3.68
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4.6

5. Under Armour Curry 11

  • Flow technology foam compound sole is super grippy, though it lacks the durability of rubber, making it less suitable for outdoor use.
  • Bouncy full-length Flow cushioning with midsole cut-outs that give it room to expand, enhancing its compression and comfort.
  • Combination of shank plate, external heel counter, and a Pebax plate in the forefoot give great support, with a 1-to-1 fit and lateral lace cables for a firm lockdown.
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Fan Average

3.90
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4.9
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