Do basketball Shoes matter?

I just got into a discussion on one of the forums about the importance of basketball shoes on the indoor courts. I play a lot of pick up and played in several intramurals. I personally think shoes do matter as I saw many streetballers in taped snickers catching their breath face down on the court.


So the question is: on the indoor court do shoes help your performance, agility, speed, stability etc? Taped oldschool vs Air Jordans. What do you think? What%26#039;s your experience?

Do basketball Shoes matter?
Yes they do. I look for stability (esp the ankle part) and comfort. I like shoes snug (not tight) and a bit comforting after you land from jumping. Old school shoes are great and durable but nothing compares to the comfort and technology to the newer models. I like the Shox and the airmax versions. I also wear a3 but I can%26#039;t seem to feel the presence of the columns. My experience with Jordans and the Nike line is that the Jordans are way much comfortable. I think they use a different kind of insole. For me, Nike/Jordan are the most comfortable, adidas are durable, Reebok is a hit and miss with the styles- they are comfortable but doesnt offer good traction, Converse are catching up and they are comfortable (on some models) too. And1 is ok (the price doesnt create holes in your pockets also). Hope this helps. All these are based on personal experience.
Reply:It doesn%26#039;t really matter, because I am apart of my school basketball team and I don%26#039;t have basketball shoes but I played a good game anyway.
Reply:all air jordans arent good to play in my favorites are the patent leather 11%26#039;s. ive never heard of some one taping there shoes for basketball. ive you have to tape them you need to get some new shoes because the quality not the brand effects your play.
Reply:Old school is lighter and more freedom of movement but doesn%26#039;t offer the support and stability that basketball shoes have.
Reply:Yes! Because if you have dusty, raggy, horrible shoes than you can%26#039;t do squat. If they are dusty or have no grip at the bottom you will slide everywhere and usually are called with a walk. :( If they are old and raggy, they might fall off your feet! If they aren%26#039;t up to your ankles then, you are most likely gonna twist your ankle. If they aren%26#039;t light then, it effects how fast you run. I have Nike Shox b-ball shoes and the spring at the bottom helps you jump high. It is very important to have the right kind of shoe when playing basketball. Hope I helped!





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