Shoes adidas: trainers and court

Four active NBA signatures

adidas currently has four NBA players with a line to their name, each tailored to a specific playing style.

• The Anthony Edwards line is aimed at athletes who attack the rim and look for contact.
• The Harden Volume line follows James Harden's playstyle, featuring step-backs and sharp stops, with a very snug fit.
• The Dame line by Damian Lillard is designed for guards who shoot long-range and change pace.
• The D.O.N. Issue line by Donovan Mitchell speaks to guards who make a difference on the first step.

Team models and past lines

You don't need a signature to play well: adidas' team models are often the best choice for training.

The Own the Game is a simple and robust club shoe. The Cross Em Up fits children from their very first dribbles. The Crazy Energy and the Bounce Legends complete the range with extra cushioning. For collectors, the page Trae Young brings together the line created during his partnership with the brand.

Stabil, Crazyflight, Novaflight: indoor shoes

A large part of the page features models from other indoor sports, where adidas has reference designs that basketball players appreciate for their grip.

• The Stabil keeps the foot centred when pushing sideways, which is useful in direction changes.
• The Adizero range includes the Counterblast, which is lighter for fast players.
• The Crazyflight focuses on jump performance, available in low or mid-top versions.
• The Novaflight completes the offer, with women's and children's sizes.

Leisure basketball players readily adopt these indoor models; in competition, a signature basketball provides better shock absorption for jumps.

Boost, Lightstrike: two foams, two sensations

adidas builds its basketball shoes around two proprietary foams. The Boost, made from small fused foam beads, compresses upon impact and then returns to its shape, giving a soft bounce. The Lightstrike focuses on firmness and lightness, keeping the foot stable close to the ground.

Some lines combine the two, with a Boost core surrounded by Lightstrike. For a heavier player, choose models where the Boost occupies the heel; for a lighter guard, a full-length Lightstrike is sufficient.

The most popular adidas lines

Players ordering from us favour the Anthony Edwards, Harden, and Dame lines for basketball. In terms of indoor use, the Stabil and Crazyflight often appear in carts, just like Donovan Mitchell's D.O.N. Issue on the court. To compare with other brands, the page Puma features Nitro foam and the LaMelo Ball line, the page Rigorer showcases Austin Reaves' line, and the page shoes lists all brands.

adidas at affordable prices

Discounts on the brand come through special shoe offers all year round. The Black Friday shoes kicks off the promo season, followed by the Christmas shoes selection and shoe sales. Older colourways of the signatures go on clearance.

Frequently asked questions

Do adidas basketball shoes run large or small?

They generally fit true to size, but lines with a hard shell, like the Harden Volume, are tighter at the front. Have a wide foot? Go up half a size on these models. The size guide on each product page gives the length in centimetres.

Which to choose: Anthony Edwards line or Harden line?

The Edwards line is suited for players who jump and attack the rim, while the Harden line is for those who play with stops and changes in pace. The former is more agile, while the latter is more snug and stable.

Is the Stabil a basketball shoe?

No, it was designed for handball. It grips the court very well and supports the foot during lateral movements, which appeals to leisure basketball players. For club basketball, a signature shoe provides more cushioning.

Are there adidas signature shoes available in children’s sizes?

Yes, several lines come in junior sizes, with the same look and a lighter construction. The Anthony Edwards line has the most options in children’s sizes. The children’s versions are also visible on the junior shoe page.

How can you tell if an adidas shoe is made for outdoor use?

Look at the rubber: the thicker and harder it is, the better it withstands asphalt. The indoor shoes on the page, with their soft rubber, wear out quickly outside. Save them for the court and get a second pair for the playground.