4 Best New Balance Basketball Shoes in 2024
![4 Best New Balance Basketball Shoes in 2024](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/buying_guide_primary/1434/1434-best-new-balancebasketball-21570089-main.jpg)
The limited (high-quality) lineup of New Balance basketball shoes is perfect for players who can do it all. Instead of saturating the market with a good quantity of basketball footwear, the NB brand opts to limit its release of NBA All-Star Kawhi Leonard signatures, TWO WXY, and the OMN1S series.
Apparently, the current marketing strategy of the brand is to rely chiefly on releasing premium quality models that are well-crafted and designed for elite performance.
To see if any of the models on this list is for you, we’ve thoroughly tested the New Balance basketball shoes available. We have whiteed them one by one, carefully looking at the shoes at every angle and gauging their capacities. We have selected the number one shoes in various categories for you to have a broad range of options depending on your preference.
How we test basketball shoes
We value our objectivity and offer value to our readers. To make our recommendations, we do our due diligence in meticulously testing each model that we have in the database. That means spending time in the Stefoy-les-lyonShops shoe testing lab and performing a battery of mechanical tests.
We identify the very best in the selections by doing the following:
- We purchase all the New Balance shoes for testing with our own money. This ensures our impartiality and unbiased approach.
- We cut the shoes open for a thorough examination in the lab. We check and double-check the essential parameters of each model such as the cushioning technology, heel construction, support, and responsiveness, among others.
- We test the shoe's on-court performance, comfort, and fit by playing several games of hoops indoors and outdoors.
Best New Balance basketball shoes overall
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-21208173-main.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-21208173-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black buy](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-buy-21121257-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black spread out](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-spread-out-21121259-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Cutting](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-cutting-21121258-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black micro upper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-micro-upper-21121261-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black smoke test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-smoke-test-21121260-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black light test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-light-test-21121262-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-breathability-21121233-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black dremel toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-dremel-toe-21121263-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-toebox-durability-21121234-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black dremel heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-dremel-heel-21121264-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-heel-padding-durability-21121235-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-outsole-hardness-21121238-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black dremel outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-dremel-outsole-21121265-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-outsole-durability-21121236-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-outsole-thickness-21121237-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-weight-21121256-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-heel-stack-21121240-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-forefoot-stack-21121239-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black steps](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-steps-21130939-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-drop-21121241-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-cushioning-21130940-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-midsole-softness-21121242-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-insole-thickness-21121243-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-lateral-stability-test-21121245-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black twist protection](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-twist-protection-21130941-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-torsional-rigidity-21121246-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-heel-counter-stiffness-21121248-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-21121247-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-midsole-width-in-the-heel-21121249-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-stiffness-21121244-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black traction](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-traction-21121266-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-21121250-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-21121251-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-tongue-gusset-type-21121252-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-tongue-padding-21121253-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-heel-tab-21121254-120.jpg)
![New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40214/new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-removable-insole-21121255-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
Among all the basketball shoes that ever came out of New Balance’s factories at this time, it’s the TWO WXY V4 that left the most impressive impact on us. Aside from its impressively durable upper, we also appreciated its outdoor-ready outsole. We loved the convenience of NOT having to change shoes when we decided to take our games outdoors. The NB TWO WXY V4’s being lightweight was also a noteworthy benefit.
We subjected the toebox and the heel padding to our in-lab Dremel tests, and we were awed by the amount of resistance in both points. The toebox got a 4 while the heel padding got a 5 out of 5 for durability. We no longer have doubts about this basketball shoe’s longevity.
We played on rough outdoor courts while wearing the New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black, and we were amazed by the sturdiness displayed by its outsole. This observation was confirmed by our in-lab Dremel test; the outsole incurred only 0.7 mm of damage (average damage is 1.0 mm).
We also had nothing to complain about this NB shoe’s weight. Our scale pegged its weight at 13.05 ounces or 370 grams, which is significantly lighter than average (14.18 ounces or 402 grams). Because of this lightness, our movements never felt ‘held back,’ no matter which direction we go.
Unfortunately, we do not recommend this shoe to those who have sweaty feet. The upper is on the toastier side, with a breathability score of 2 over 5.
Pros
- Sturdy outsole
- New Balance Damen Fresh Foam Hierro v6 GTX Black Blue
- Hoka One Obe Carbon X
- Fairly supportive structure
- Well-balanced midsole
- Suitable for outdoor use
- zapatilla de crossfit New Balance Minimus Prevail
- Stable platform
Cons
- Not breathable at all
- Not for wide-footers
New Balance basketball shoes with the best cushioning
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-21208169-main.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-21208169-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-21185201-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB spread out](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-spread-out-21185205-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB cutting](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-cutting-21185202-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB microscope upper](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-microscope-upper-21185208-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-2-21185206-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB light](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-light-21185207-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-breathability-21185175-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Dremel toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-dremel-toe-21185211-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-toebox-durability-21185176-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Dremel heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-dremel-heel-21185214-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-heel-padding-durability-21185177-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Outsole hardness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-outsole-hardness-21185180-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Dremel outsole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-dremel-outsole-21185216-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-outsole-durability-21185178-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-outsole-thickness-21185179-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB jump](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-jump-21185226-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-weight-21185199-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-heel-stack-21185182-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-forefoot-stack-21185181-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-drop-2-21193160-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-drop-21185183-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-cushioning-21193163-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-midsole-softness-21185185-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-insole-thickness-21185186-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-stability-test-21185222-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-lateral-stability-test-2-21185221-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB twist](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-twist-21185225-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-torsional-rigidity-21185188-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-heel-counter-stiffness-21185190-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-21185189-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Midsole width in the heel](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-midsole-width-in-the-heel-21185191-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-stiffness-21185184-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB grip](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-grip-21185223-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-3-21185224-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Toebox width at the widest part](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-toebox-width-at-the-widest-part-21185192-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Toebox width at the big toe](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-toebox-width-at-the-big-toe-21185193-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Tongue: gusset type](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-tongue-gusset-type-21185195-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Tongue padding](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-tongue-padding-21185196-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Heel tab](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-heel-tab-21185197-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Removable insole](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-removable-insole-21185198-120.jpg)
![New Balance Fresh Foam BB Reflective elements](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/39604/new-balance-fresh-foam-bb-reflective-elements-21185194-120.jpg)
What makes it the best?
True to its name, the New Balance Fresh Foam BB’s delivered the freshest and most cushioned experience among all the NB shoes that we tried. Aside from providing a lot of impact protection and comfort, this shoe was also extremely lightweight and was big on support.
Running up and down the court never resulted in pain because the soft heel area of the NB Fresh Foam BB has a lot of compression. This part kept the pain at bay and ensured comfort from start to finish.
At 11.2 ounces or 318 grams, this basketball shoe from New Balance is definitely lighter than the average (14.22 ounces or 403 grams). Because of its lightness, we could jump higher and run faster without the clunkiness that usually came with bulkier and heavier shoes.
Foot containment was another aspect that we appreciated. The upper and the laces all worked in synergy to give our feet a good and secure clasp. We never had to worry about our shoes being accidentally taken off when we were in aggressive motion.
Too bad the New Balance Fresh Foam BB is not really for those with wide feet. Its structure is narrow, and the upper materials did not offer that much give.
Pros
- Great traction on clean courts
- New Balance Kl247hwg W Wide Pink Purple Kid Women Running
- Feels lightweight
- Comfortable next-to-skin feel
- Effective foot containment
- Dependable stability
- New Balance 996 CREAM GRAY BLUE PINK Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers WR996OSA
Cons
- Not for wide-footers
- Ventilation issues
Best New Balance basketball shoes for beginners
![New Balance Hesi Low lab test and white](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-lab-test-and-review-2-21567031-main.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low lab test and white](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_primary/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-lab-test-and-review-2-21567031-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low white](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-review-21552708-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low lab test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-lab-test-21552709-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low cut in half](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-cut-in-half-21552693-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Breathability microscope test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-breathability-microscope-test-21552696-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Breathability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-breathability-21552684-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Breathability transparency test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-breathability-transparency-test-21552685-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Breathability mesh under microscope](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-breathability-mesh-under-microscope-21552699-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Toebox durability comparison](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-toebox-durability-comparison-21552710-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Toebox durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-toebox-durability-21552687-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Heel padding durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-heel-padding-durability-21552686-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Heel padding durability comparison](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-heel-padding-durability-comparison-21552711-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low traction pattern](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-traction-pattern-21552728-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Outsole hardness translucent rubber](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-outsole-hardness-translucent-rubber-21555513-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Outsole hardness Secondary rubber](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-outsole-hardness-secondary-rubber-21552698-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Outsole durability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-outsole-durability-test-21552712-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Outsole durability](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-outsole-durability-21552689-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Outsole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-outsole-thickness-21552713-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low outsole design](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-outsole-design-21567029-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Weight](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-weight-21552706-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low style](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-style-21552730-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Heel stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-heel-stack-21552715-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low impact protection](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-impact-protection-21552694-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Forefoot stack](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-forefoot-stack-21552714-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Drop](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-drop-21552716-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Midsole softness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-midsole-softness-21552697-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low cushioning](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-cushioning-21552719-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Insole thickness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-insole-thickness-21552695-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low vs. New Balance BB550BBB Triple Black](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-vs-new-balance-two-wxy-v-4-21555525-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Lateral stability test](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-lateral-stability-test-21552690-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Torsional rigidity](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-torsional-rigidity-21552692-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Heel counter stiffness](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-heel-counter-stiffness-21552691-120.jpg)
![New Balance Hesi Low Midsole width in the forefoot](https://cdn.runrepeat.com/storage/gallery/product_content/40243/new-balance-hesi-low-midsole-width-in-the-forefoot-21552717-120.jpg)
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What makes it the best?
The NB Hesi Low has many basic features that we believe make a great package for starting hoopers. It’s light, stable, grippy, durable (as long as you don’t play outside), and it offers a good mix between ground feel and cushioning. Our lab tests and hooping hours verify this is the best basketball shoe for beginners we’ve tried.
Playing in this was wonderful. Its lightness (12.9oz/366g) let us run up and down the court, and even though its midsole is not the tallest one out there, it’s pretty responsive. This allowed us to perform basic dribbles, cuts, shots, and layups. After our games and cutting the shoe in half in our lab, we can confirm it puts ground feel first and cushioning second. Yet, at 26.1/21.4 mm at the heel/forefoot, its stack height is still enough to offer some impact protection.
This closeness to the court and its firm carrier foam make the New Balance Hesi Low a stable choice. It also has a small shank in the midfoot, and it was hard for us to twist the shoe with our hands, so it scored a 4/5 in our rigidity test. Its thick rubber outsole makes it durable, giving it more stability points at the same time.
This all-rounder is also affordable. But we found it’s not for outdoor play, so it might be better to stick to indoor courts to make its lifetime as long as possible.
Pros
- New Balance Damen Fresh Foam Hierro v6 GTX Black Blue
- Red New Balance shoes wont disappoint you if you are looking for a pair for
- Excellent ground feel
- Responsive cushioning
- Surprisingly stable
- Grip is fine after a warm-up
- Trainers NEW BALANCE WL373PN2 Beige
Cons
- Not breathable at all
- Not for outdoor play
- Possible heel slippage (fixed by using the extra eyelet)
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What makes it the best?
When we consider a shoe as the best sneaker, we do not look only at its looks. We also pay attention to the comfort that it delivers, its durability, and how securely it grasps the foot. The New Balance Homme AM574 Grey passed with flying colors in all aspects, so we consider it deserves to be hailed as the best basketball-inspired sneaker from NB.
Nothing really beats leather when it comes to providing softness and a unique next-to-the-skin feel. The NB 550 is made of real leather, and we thoroughly enjoyed all the benefits that come with it.
Lasting long even with frequent use would not be a problem with the New Balance Homme AM574 Grey. We subjected it to Dremel tests, and we learned that the leather upper and the heel padding were dependably durable. Both got a 4 out of 5 for durability during the tests.
When it comes to locking the foot down, the NB 550 is not to be discounted, either. It got a 4 out of 5 for both torsional rigidity and heel counter stiffness. This means that upon wearing this shoe, we did not have to worry anymore about foot twists and heel slips.
We were just not fond of the heaviness of the shoe. Our scale pegged it at 15.94 ounces or 452 grams. The average is only 14.00 ounces or 397 grams.
Pros
- new balance xc72 black met castlerock uxc
- Well-cushioned insole
- Incredibly clean details
- salehe bembury new balance 574 yurt black
- Durable, high-quality construction
- No visible wear after several uses
- Easy to clean
- Striking shades
- Reasonably priced
Cons
- Insufficient lockdown feel
- Not ideal for wide feet
- Released in a limited quantity