Best Low-Top Basketball Shoes

This hub lists 29 shoes from 9 brands (Nike 12, Jordan 5, Adidas 3, Puma 3, Under Armour 2, Anta 1, Asics 1, Peak 1, Xtep 1). Listed weights run from 12.4 oz (Anta KT 9) to 16 oz (Nike Air Force 1 Low '82 Heritage), averaging 13.3 oz. Heel-to-toe drops range from 7 to 9 mm.

All 29 are low-cut; by manufacturer price band 6 budget, 17 mid, and 6 premium. 2 of the 29 carry an outdoor rating; the rest are indoor shoes. On fit, Nike Sabrina 2, Nike Sabrina 1, Adidas Trae Young 3, and Asics Unpre Ars Low are listed as narrow; everything else is standard width.

By our position classification the shoes here cover shooting guards (19), point guards (14), small forwards (6), power forwards (1), centers (1). Pick your position first, then compare weight and cushioning — within one cut height, weight is the biggest spec difference.

If you play mostly outdoors, start with the 2 outdoor-rated models — indoor outsoles are generally softer rubber and wear faster on asphalt.