6 Best Jordan Basketball Shoes in 2025

Jordan had no right to mess up the anniversary release of the Air Jordan series, and we are delighted to report that they, in fact, did not! The AJ40 fixed everything that was wrong with the AJ39's lateral support and stability, ensuring solid footing and side-to-side containment. It also keeps the ride highly energetic and responsive through the brand's most advanced ZoomX foam. And the visual aesthetics? We adore the classy and luxurious vibes that this Air Jordan channels through its sturdy upper materials with genuine leather patches.

The Jordan Luka 4 is a truly impressive offering for guards and forwards who want a light and nimble shoe without any compromises in stability. Its grounded and supportive profile perfectly accommodates crafty and fluid moves of a shifty player like Luka Doncic himself. And while it's not a perfect shoe, we didn't find any fundamental deal breakers for its moderate price point.

We were delighted to see that the new Jordan Zion 4 introduced some quality upgrades to its cushioning, offering more impact protection but also feeling notably bouncier. Spreading the Air Zoom unit across the shoe's entire length definitely paid off, making the ride much more dynamic. Side-to-side containment also felt more reliable in the Zion 4 without compromising the agility we've come to expect from the series. But if you were hoping for a roomier fit in the new edition, you will be disappointed. Tight toebox remains the shoe's biggest stumbling block.

Although the Jordan Tatum 4 showed controversial results in our lab tests, we found it a worthwhile update to the Tatum series. Catering to light and nimble players, this shoe moves easily and effortlessly with your foot, prioritizing court feel and maneuverability. However, it wouldn't be our first pick for grip or propulsiveness.

The Jordan Luka. 77 proved that it is not merely a cheaper, step-down version of the flagship Luka series; it is a design on its own that shines on the blacktop. The level of durability, traction, and support it managed to pack into such a lightweight, budget-friendly package is truly impressive! But there is only so much a $100 hoop shoe can offer, and its cushioning left a lot to be desired, even with an Air Zoom unit. But while the Luka .77 doesn't exude premium vibes across the board (and it shouldn't), it brings a ton of value to the blacktop.

It was thanks to its price tag that we learned the One Take 5 is an affordable pair. Its performance during our wear and lab tests didn’t give us many hints, making it hard to believe… and that’s why we’ve decided to give it the crown as the best budget pair among Jordan hoopers!

First of all, its solid structure made us feel confident and safe during our playtests. With an unbeatable 5/5 on our torsional rigidity test and a really wide midsole on the forefoot (according to our caliper, it reaches 128.2 mm), the stability levels were over the top. This let us go for more aggressive moves on the court, like quick cuts or crossover steps.

Despite having a lower stack (23.2 mm/18.5 mm on the heel and forefoot respectively) this Jordan pair features a Zoom Air unit. This translated into energetic toe-offs and a bouncy ride every time we played. But that’s not all, as its Phylon foam also helped to make it perfect for rebounds.

However, our Dremel test showed us that Nike cut some expenses on the outsole, as it ended up with a 1.8 mm deep dent that proved it lacks durability.