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# Best Nike basketball shoes for guards
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Check out these five sneaker options to step up your game.
Last updated: 13 December 2024
3 min read
Basketball guards are legendary—for good reason. Speedy, strategic and adaptable, these basketball heroes also use their leadership and vision to propel the game. To score big, guards need lightweight, supportive shoes with lots of grip and responsive cushioning. Here's a run-down of the qualities that define the best basketball shoes for guards, plus some recommendations for Nike kicks to support these players.
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## What makes a good basketball shoe for guards?
Guard-style basketball shoes are all about balance. They need to be lightweight, so they don't slow players down. Although these sneakers require enough cushioning to absorb impact and deliver comfort, they shouldn't be as plush or bulky as shoes designed for centres or power forwards. To help with speed, this cushioning should be responsive, returning energy with each step.
Since guards change direction in an instant, outsoles need to offer strong traction with a pattern supporting multi-directional movement. To accommodate so much shifting, stability and security are key—but so is allowing for enough mobility.
## Which Nike shoes are the best for point guards?
Up your game in these five pairs of basketball shoes for point guards.
## Sabrina 2 'Court Vision'
Designed by Nike and ace point guard Sabrina Ionescu, this is the ultimate guard-style basketball shoe. Its modified herringbone-patterned outsole supports quick changes of direction. Two types of foam in the midsole, including Nike's newest Cushlon, provide cushioning and stability. Meanwhile, a fit band and stitched cables help deliver a secure feeling. If you're looking for a customisable option, the Sabrina 2 By You is a great choice.
[Shop Sabrina 2 'Court Vision'](#)
## KD17 'Sunrise' Basketball Shoes
This pair of sneakers in Kevin Durant's line offers responsive cushioning via an Air Zoom unit in the forefoot. A supportive piece under the arch helps with stability, while the topographical map-like outsole pattern with contoured ridges promotes traction.
[Shop KD17 'Sunrise'](#)
## Nike G.T. Cut 3
This game changer is Nike's first basketball shoe with full-length ZoomX foam. Lightweight, ZoomX provides Nike's highest energy return. Boosting traction, the outsole boasts a heel-to-toe pattern ideal for quick, multi-directional movements. A padded collar, a small plastic plate on the little-toe side of the forefoot and Flywire cables integrated with the laces help stability.
[Shop Nike G.T. Cut 3](#)
## Nike G.T. Hustle 3 Basketball Shoes
Similar in design to running shoes, these lightweight sneakers with minimal uppers help ballers play full speed ahead. Double-stacked full-length Air Zoom units supply unbelievable comfort and responsiveness, while multi-directional traction helps you change direction.
[Shop Nike G.T. Hustle 3 Shoes](#)
## Ja 2 'Nightmare' Basketball Shoes
These shoes in Ja Morant's signature line with Nike offer responsive cushioning, thanks to a forefoot Air Zoom unit, plus foam in the midsole. A raised foam collar, containment system and extra ankle padding contribute to stability.
[Shop Ja 2 'Nightmare' Shoes](#)
## Frequently asked questions
What shoes do NBA pros wear?
According to [*Sports Illustrated*](https://www.si.com/fannation/sneakers/news/the-5-most-popular-shoes-worn-by-nba-players-this-season), most NBA players wore Nike basketball shoes during the 2022–2023 season. The KD15—an earlier version of the KD17—was one of the most popular styles.
What helps basketball shoes grip better?
Traction comes down to three main elements: "rubber composition, blade height/spacing and generative design aligned to athlete needs in an effort to evolve tried-and-tested herringbone traction", explains Whitney Eddy, Nike expert in men's footwear.
Words by Dina Cheney
Originally published: 10 June 2024
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