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Apart from football and cricket, basketball is a pretty popular sport in India with loads of youngsters either supporting some of the NBA’s biggest clubs or hitting the courts to shoot some hoops. With such a huge base of basketball fans in India one can only hope that a basketball league as big as the ISL comes up in the country.
One thing that is extremely important in basketball is having the right shoes. Fortunately, they’re available in abundance online. So all you basketball enthusiasts, this top 10 basketball shoes list is just for you.
Nike Air Jordan 1
Undoubtedly one of the most iconic shoes ever produced, the Air Jordan’s popularity will go on for decades. It was first introduced in 1984 as a homage to one of the greatest athletes ever – former Chicago Red Bulls sensation, His Airness, Michael Jordan.
The Jordan has become more than a basketball shoe, with millions of people wearing them as a fashion statement worldwide. The best part is that these new Air Jordans are exactly like the original that wowed America 30 years ago. So what’s your reason for not buying them?
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Nike Jordan Sc-3
There are two things that make this shoe awesome – 1. They belong to Nike’s fabled Jordan range, and 2. They come loaded with features that are bound to boost your performance on the court. These great looking Jordans come equipped with mesh which gives the feet some much needed air, excellent cushioning which provides maximum comfort along with brilliant laces that secure the shoe on the foot superbly. Do you really need more reasons to buy it?
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Nike Hyperdunk
This tech savvy shoe from Nike is guaranteed to up your game on the court. Not only does it look attractive but also comes with a number of ingenious features. The rubber outsole provides greater traction on the court along with Nike’s Flywire technology that makes the shoe fit perfectly on your foot. Not to forget the Lunarlon feature that absorbs shocks as you play the game. All in all, they’re a near perfect pair of shoes.
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Reebok Blacktop Retaliate
A fast emerging player in the basketball market has got to be Reebok, and the British sportswear manufacturer has really produced a gem in the form of the Blacktop Retaliate shoe. Like most shoes from Reebok the Blacktop Retaliate gives maximum importance to comfort and comes equipped with a mesh that offers wonderful breathability, a cushioned ankle along with a rubber outsole that compliments traction. This shoe’s wonderful design may also tempt you to add it to your shoe rack.
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Reebok Pump Omni LiteâÂ?Â?
âÂ?Â?Looking for a training shoe that’s perfect to practice hoops before a game? Then Reebok’s Pump Omni Lite’s are the perfect pair for you. Besides being comfortable and breathable like most of Reebok’s designs the Omni Lite is also extremely durable and true to its name, light. The design of the shoes isn’t too shabby either making it a worthy competitor to the mighty Nike.
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Adidas Transcend
Adidas has lost out to Nike on the basketball scene for years, but the German sportswear manufacturer is good at playing catch up. Their latest offering in the form of the Transcend is right on the money. The Transcend comes equipped with a cushioned heel for comfort on the court, a mesh for breathability and not to forget the flexible upper body which offers a near perfect fit. The black and gold colour combination is another thing that makes the shoe desirable.
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Adidas Ownthegame
These flamboyant shoes by Adidas really do justice to their unique game. Equipped with an EVA sock liner which cushions the whole foot, beautiful synthetic leather that offers durability as well as style along with a long lasting rubber outsole. The shiny materials on the front is another eye catcher along with the black and red colour combination that really stands out on the court. Go in for these if you’re ready to own the game.
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NBA Red
Interested in a basketball shoe manufactured by the world’s premier basketball association? Then the NBA Red is the pair for you. Like many of the top brands, the Red is made from synthetic mesh which not only offers breathability but also durability along with a wonderful rubber sole that offers traction while playing. Not to forget the patriotic colour combination of the shoe which is made to resembled the American flag. Go for it if you really want a shoe that stands out.
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Nike Overplay VIII
This highly attractive, synthetic leather basketball shoe by Nike has a long list of things to offer to its wearer. The Overplay VIII comes equipped with Nike’s standard synthetic upper mesh, cushioning which promises comfort as you play along with a Phylon midsole that offers superb shock absorption to the wearer. The beautiful navy blue finish is another bonus of the Overplay.
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Adidas 3 Series
This great looking shoe by Adidas is only for kids but it should be remembered that the best of athletes start young. The 3 series comes equipped with Adidas’ Torsion technology which helps the foot adapt better to the surface, an air mesh for breathability, a padded heel to protect the child’s Achilles area along with a long lasting rubber outsole. The black and neon fluorescent design is also quite catchy.
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