Alright, let’s talk about my time with the Kyrie 2 Lows. It feels like a while ago now, but I remember picking them up pretty clearly.
I was needing some new kicks for basketball, mostly just for pickup games down at the local court, nothing serious. My old ones were cooked. I walked into the shoe store, not really set on anything specific. Saw a bunch of options, you know how it is. But the Kyrie 2 Lows kinda stood out. They weren’t the super high-top ones, which I liked the idea of. Felt like maybe they’d be less restrictive.
So, I grabbed a pair in my size. First thing I noticed was how they looked. Pretty sleek, definitely had that Kyrie vibe. Put them on right there in the store, did a few little jumps, jogged in place. They felt… okay? Not amazing, not terrible. Just decent. The price was right compared to some of the other signature shoes, so I figured, why not? Pulled the trigger and bought ’em.
Putting them on the Court
First time I actually played in them was a weekend pickup game. Lacing them up, they felt snug. The strap across the midfoot definitely locked things down, maybe a bit too much sometimes if I overtightened it.
Here’s what I found:
- Feeling the Court: You feel really low to the ground in these. If you like that court feel, knowing exactly where your feet are, these deliver. I felt quick making cuts.
- Grip: The traction was solid, especially indoors. That curved outsole thing Kyrie’s shoes often have? Yeah, it worked. Could change directions pretty sharp without much slipping. Outdoors, it was decent too, but I worried the sole might wear down fast on rough concrete.
- Cushioning: Okay, this was the meh part for me. It uses Zoom Air, I think? But honestly, it felt pretty basic. Not super bouncy, and after a couple of hours of playing, my feet felt it. Definitely not the most forgiving shoe if you need lots of impact protection.
- Support: For a low-top, the support was actually alright. That strap helped, and the heel counter kept my foot locked in. Didn’t feel like I was gonna roll my ankle easily, which is always a plus.
I wore them for a good few months, maybe played in them like 20-30 times? They held up okay structurally. The materials weren’t super premium, but they didn’t fall apart or anything. The grip started to fade a bit towards the end, especially playing outdoors.
Final Thoughts
So, the Kyrie 2 Low. Were they the best shoes ever? Nah. Were they terrible? Definitely not. They were kind of just… there. A solid, no-frills low-top that gives you great court feel and decent lockdown, but kinda skimps on the cushioning.
Who are they for? I’d say guards who like that low-to-the-ground feel, prioritize court feel over plush cushioning, and maybe don’t play super long sessions or need heavy impact protection. If you can find them cheap now, maybe worth a shot for casual runs. But yeah, for me, they were just a pair of shoes I used for a bit before moving on to the next thing. Nothing I really miss, you know?
