Top Youth Black Basketball Shoes for 2025: Style Meets Performance

At first, the shoes might feel a bit stiff, and your feet could get tired after prolonged use on the court, but they gradually soften up. The large TPU panels provide strong protection. While the current Cement Killer outsole isn't as good as the previous version, it still gets the job done. These shoes offer good court feel and are suitable for both daily training and games. The sizing is standard, making them a good fit for forwards, guards, and both indoor and outdoor (cement) courts. They work well for narrow feet too.lg...More

This is a really good pair of guard-specific basketball shoes with both strengths and weaknesses. The outsole features Cementbuster technology, which makes them exceptionally durable—you can see that from the pictures. However, their grip suffers on dusty courts, though it's decent on regular surfaces. The materials used are very generous, but I don't think it's necessary to go that heavy on the build. It has a full inner boot design, but it leaves my entire ankle exposed, which feels a bit insecure. The ankle lockdown isn't great. As for the fit, there are two small pads at the heel, which provide decent heel lockdown, but the forefoot feels loose. When I tighten the laces, the top feels too open, and if I don't tighten them enough, the shoe feels too wide. For arch support, I think it's fine for most people. The cushioning works well for guards, but it might not be ideal for heavier forwards or centers. The forefoot is very thin, which makes for a quick first step, but the rear is quite stiff, possibly due to too much TPU. They could remove some TPU from the heel side to improve the responsiveness. Overall, these shoes performed well in games, and I hope the brand takes my feedback into account to make improvements.lg...More