Basketball Shoes

If you’re looking for basketball shoes then you can find all the best brands at Sportitude, we have Nike and Adidas shoes. You can find the latest models for sale. Wearing high-quality shoes can improve your game and reduce the number of injuries you’ll have on the court. These shoes have been specifically designed to suit basketball players of any level.

If you’re finding that you are tired more than usual after a high-intensity game, the problem could be your shoes. Basketball shoes will support you during play, but they will start to wear out after a certain amount of time. Performing a regular inspection of your shoes will give you a good idea for when they need to be retired from play (they may still be good enough for training), and a replacement pair purchased. One of the great things about these shoes is that due to the popularity of the sport, new advancements are being made all the time. You may find there is a great deal of difference between one season's shoes and the next.

For the companies that make basketball shoes, they want to be seen as the best in the business, and this drives the technology behind every shoe. If you’re an elite athlete or you just like to shoot a few hoops with your friends, you can find a pair of shoes that will lift your game and get you to the next level.

All basketball shoes will come with the same basic principles. Their sole helps with fast turn and short stoppages and supports your ankles and prevents rollovers. They also provide excellent grip for running on smooth surfaces, and a cushioned insole to reduce impact from running. The more expensive the shoe the better materials are contained inside and usually the longer it will last.

At Sportitude we have many styles of basketball shoes available. You can filter the results to only show shoes that will fit your feet and your price range. We also stock a large range of sports clothing, and a large range of men's running shoes and women’s running shoes to help keep you fit during the offseason. If it’s more your style you can buy a pair of trail running shoes, or cross training shoes. All orders over $100 are shipped free of charge ($7.95 for orders under $100). If our dedicated basketball shoes are not your style, you can wear tennis shoes or netball shoes for basketball as these offer the same amount of support and grip.

Why are basketball shoes important?

Wearing shoes that can protect your feet and provide suitable support will help keep you free from injuries while playing basketball. These shoes have gone through many years of development and have seen improved technology added to give players the best in performance footwear.

Having the correct amount of grip on a court can stop you from slipping over. The fast action of basketball means you need footwear that can give you support and avoid rollovers that may damage your ankles and see you side-lined for a few weeks.

To make sure you can play at your best these shoes all have the appropriate amount of cushioning in the heels. With higher-priced shoes you’ll find they offer better internal structure and will usually last longer. The shoes you choose to purchase all depend on your playing style and the level of your competition.

What to look for when buying basketball shoes?

To get the best out of your basketball shoes you should buy ones that fit the way you play. If you’re an all-round player go for a pair that offers flexibility, and is lightweight. For the heavy player go for a heavier shoe that has the most amount of cushioning and stability. 

The cut of a basketball shoe is largely based on the preference of the player, while shoes for basketball are recognisable for their high cut, not all players are comfortable in them. However, if you want the extra protection of a high-cut shoe then choosing one of those is ideal. Many players find the high cut restrictive and seek the flexibility of a lower cut shoe.

If you play on an outside court you may prefer a shoe that has a heavier and more durable sole. For indoor games then a good grip from rubber soles in a suitable pattern will offer more stability on the court.

Try not to be swayed by what others say about your shoes. Finding the best shoe that fits your style of play, including where you play is the best shoe for you. All shoes are constructed with the player in mind and regardless of brands, they’ll offer similar levels of protection.

Can you run in basketball shoes?

Basketball shoes have been designed for running short distances and turning, so while you can run in these shoes it is not recommended for long distances like you would with most running shoes. Running shoes have been specifically designed for running, they are lightweight especially when compared to the shoes you’d wear for playing basketball. Also, the high cut of these shoes means that you do not have a good range of movement that you need for distance running.

While many people may choose to wear shoes that you’d normally find shooting hoops on the court as their daily wear, these are not really suitable for anything other than playing basketball. It used to be many years ago that one single pair of sneakers (runners, trainers, etc.) would do the job for many different sports but as technology has improved so has the divergence of the shoes.

If you're looking for a shoe to go running in, we’d suggest looking through our sports shoe collection for footwear that’s more suitable for that exercise. There you’ll find many shoes from quality brands, such as Brooks, Mizuno, Asics, and many others.

Where to buy basketball shoes?

At Sportitude we have a large collection of quality basketball shoes from Nike and Adidas. You can search our store using the price filter to find shoes that fall within your price range. Buying shoes online is often the cheapest way to get new shoes. This is because we can offer a much larger variety of shoes than many retail outlets can. We regularly offer specials on last season's stock and other discontinued items. So, it’s a good idea to check back regularly for when we have specials, or you can sign up for our newsletter and be notified of any special that we have coming in the future.

Shoes are priced according to the materials that are contained inside. A cheaper pair will still do the job and help protect your feet while playing basketball, but they may not last as long and will not include some of the more desirable elements you get with higher-priced shoes. The best way is to read through the descriptions of the individual shoes and determine if you need what those shoes are offering. If you’re only playing a casual game, then you may not need the same type of shoe that an elite athlete needs.

If you buy a pair of shoes and they’re not everything you hoped they’d be, or they do not fit properly, you can contact us to arrange a return. All our sales come with a 30-day returns policy attached, so if you're not happy and the shoes are in their original condition (i.e. they haven't been worn, other than to try on) you can return them.