Top 10 Affordable Kobe Bryant Basketball Shoes for Every Fan in 2025

The black color is really cool, and the fit is snug, but the comfort isn't quite as good as the Green Hornet. I found myself staring at the '2' on the heel, wondering what would happen if someone stepped on it during a game. PS: I ended up using them for a game after all. The fit was great, and the cushioning was pretty good too. Maybe it's because they're not broken in yet, but they didn't feel as responsive as my well-worn Green Hornets. It might also have something to do with the insoles. Due to Poizon's inspection, there are two raised triangles on the upper edge of the left insole, which felt a bit uncomfortable at first. After taking the insole out and reinserting it, it felt better. It suddenly occurred to me that I could just replace the insoles with my own, but then I thought about how easy it is to get stepped on during a drive to the basket, and I worried the '2' might fall off. So I quietly put them away and switched back to the new Kobe 8s. PS: For the second basketball training session, which was pretty intense, I wore them again. At first, they were uncomfortable, but after running a few laps, it felt like the shoes were adapting to my feet. It was a pretty strange sensation.lg...More

This is my second pair of ZK6 in the Gigi colorway, and I have to say, they're really comfortable to wear. I've been using the first pair for over half a year, playing both indoors and outdoors, and the outsole tread is still mostly intact. They hold up much better than the ZK5s. The upper hasn't torn, and there's hardly any separation of the sole. The main issues are some paint chipping on the Swoosh and scuffing on the heel design. The material on the upper feels more comfortable and snug compared to the 4s and 5s. There's a noticeable heel-to-toe drop, but the heel isn't as soft as the 5s, which I think compromises stability and increases the risk of injury, putting more strain on the calves. I'd recommend the ZK5 and ZK6 for those with stronger legs and ankles. If you're not particularly athletic, the Kobe 4 might be a better fit.lg...More