Which basketball shoe should you choose?

True to size in length, but roomy with a squared-off toe box that leans wide. Great for wide feet; narrower feet may want to double up on socks to reduce dead space.

Forefoot slightly narrow (pinky toe can press); wide feet may consider half size up.

Reviews disagree: most say true to size, some go up half a size. The toe box is tapered, so wide feet should size up.

According to our customer reviews and store staff, true to size and regular shoe width.

Snug at first, breaks in well after a few sessions.

True to size with a snug, slender fit. Some heel rubbing in the first hours of wear that fades with break-in.

Lockdown is excellent but the fit runs snug; recommend half size up unless you have a very narrow foot and want a close fit. Wider toebox present on this shoe though.

Snug, glove-like fit, slightly narrower than previous Kai models; half size up for wide feet.

Snug lockdown, rounded outsole, lightweight build.

Runs true to size for most; if you're between sizes, consider going up half a size for extra room in length.

Snug fit; wide feet or those wanting extra room should go half size up.

Strongly tapered forefoot, C-shaped fit. Recommend half size up; wide feet may need a full size up.

Glove-like, snug fit that runs true to size for most. Wide feet may prefer half a size up for extra room.

Runs true to size in length, but narrow in the forefoot near the lace area, and some testers found heel discomfort that did not improve with break-in.

Forefoot tapers aggressively, lots of volume in the heel sculpting. Wide feet: try in-store.

Still a narrow, pointy fit (typical of recent Nike lasts), despite upgrades over the A'One.

True to size with a snug, one-to-one fit. The stiff upper materials make the shoe feel tight and take some time to break in.

True to size on a more standard last. Moderately friendly to wider feet.

Wide feet use caution (0,5size up or test in store)

Slender, tapered toe box (typical of recent Nikes); use your usual Nike size.

Banana-shaped fit, very narrow and curved, makes a close 1:1 fit nearly impossible. Only recommended if you're used to the KD4 fit. Strongly recommend trying in-store.

True to size in length, but the forefoot is tapered. Wide feet should go up half a size. Fit improves with break-in.

True to size, slightly snug at first, no wide version available. Wide feet should try in-store first. Needs break-in time.

True to size, but heel and lateral containment are poor: the foot slides with every movement.

Rounded heel and high-top upper can feel restrictive until the shoe is broken in.

Not as snug as the Kobe 6/7; the Elite version has a slightly wider, more accommodating fit.

Half size down for most feet. Wide feet: TTS works fine (wide at the ball of the foot, narrow at the big toe).

Narrow toe box; not ideal for wide feet. Low stack profile for court feel.

True to size with excellent lockdown, on a long, pointed last. Wide feet should go up half a size.

Can run snug for wide feet; recommend trying in-store if wide-footed.

Runs true to size for most, with occasional half size up needed. Normal to slightly narrow fit with a forgiving toe box and good lockdown.

True to size for most with accurate length. Snug in the forefoot but more generous than other Puma models, with secure lockdown.

Secure, forgiving fit that runs true to size for most. Narrow feet may prefer half a size down for a snugger performance fit.

Runs about half a size long with a roomy forefoot; size down half a size for a tighter, more locked-in fit.

Runs true to size; the synthetic-heavy upper conforms well to the foot without noticeable hotspots.

Mostly true to size, with a slightly generous midfoot. Lockdown is secure with minimal break-in required.

Forefoot less narrow and less toe-crushing than the Player 1 Plus.