Luka 5

I’ve been looking to get back into playing basketball on the weekends again so when I started to look for a new shoe for games I fell in love with the silhouette of the Luka 5s along with the subtle colorways offered. Once they arrived I immediately threw them on and played a quick game and while I was a bit rusty these shoes instantly felt secure and supportive and even after losing track of time I never once felt as uncomfortable as I used too with my old game sneakers. I was afraid when they got here they’d be too bulky on foot once I saw them in person but it ended up being the complete opposite, the uniqe blocking with different materials and colors made them look sleek and I never felt like I HAD to take them off once I got off the court I could wear them anywhere no problem. They feel lightweight enough for fast paced play while still providing the support needed for aggressive movements, with a good balance between good lockdown, flexibility and traction I never once felt unnatural or out of control. Honestly my only issue could just be a me problem because I think I have thicker feet but when I first got them and tried them on they felt a little snug and I was afraid they wouldn’t break in but after only two games they immediately felt perfect so at first they may feel tight but just give them some time to break in, but overall I love the look, comfort and the balance of the Luka 5s I’d recommend them any day of the week.

These Jordan Luka 5 run small - order a size up from what you usually order. I wear a 12 dress shoe, usually get 12.5 sneakers, and a 12.5 pair was small; I needed a 13. I found the support of the shoes to be nice - my ankles felt well supported and it would be hard to roll your ankles in these. I did some squats on a deadlift platform and felt really stable - you could use these for lifting. On hardwood surfaces, the grip is fantastic - these are well suited to the court and a serious ball player would be able to get great use out of them, but I also got good use at the gym. The inner fabric is smooth and socks slide easily into the shoes, but I found that sometimes the tongue of the shoe catches your foot and folds at the bottom when you put your foot in, and this can be uncomfortable. I don’t know if this is some quirk with the fit or size of the shoe on my foot, but it is a little annoying. The outer fabric is tough and seems to resist water - it rained at one point and my feet stayed dry. I love the style of the shoes - I have gotten a few compliments in just the short two weeks I’ve worn them out. I have the all black shoe with bright crimson soles - they look good with both jeans and shorts and are very versatile. My favorite part of the Luka line is the neon contrast with the rest of the shoe - it’s awesome. Overall a great shoe - just be sure to try them on first and make sure they fit.

Love this shoe from the all black color way to the comfortable fit! Very supportive and feels super light. I’ve worn them for pickup and pickleball, met the demands for both sports! Highly recommend this shoe!!