Best Basketball Shoes for Flat Feet

With a great ankle support and soft cushioning, this shoe is among Nike’s signature basketball sneakers. It also features a flat sole that’s designed to fit any flat feet perfectly for proper impact absorption. It is also fairly light, thus allowing basketball players to handle constant running throughout the game and it’s in an all-black design thus doesn’t stand out too much.

To expound on the ankle support, the Air Force 1 features a uniquely styled high-quality leather upper for ankle support. Also, it features Velcro ankle strap that enhances the highly needed ankle support for safe, fast cuts when the players are on the basketball court.

The midsole also features superior cushioning thus making even the most flat-footed basketball players feel confident and comfortable when on the court. And, the best part about the Nike Air Force one sneakers is that they can be worn anywhere else other than when playing basketball, even when going out. They are also very stylish generally and durable, so you get value for your money.

Pros:

• Perfect ankle support
• Soft cushioned
• Flat sole
• Fairly light
• Great quality

Cons:

• The Air Force one sneakers are not the most breathable basketball sneakers on the market
• With heavy use, these sneakers will crease easily

The Under Armout Men’s UA ClutchFit Drive 3 Basketball Shoes feature the most loved Micro G midsole, full-length, with a Charged foam in the heel and they also have an OrthoLite sock liner. As such, they offer great comfort and are very responsive. Again, being basketball shoes, they offer excellent traction on clean courts, but because they have shallow and flat outsole’s grooves, you might have to wipe them after 3-4 plays on a dusty court.

Now on to why the Clutchfit Drive 3 features in the best basketball shoes for flat feet. These shoes have the best ankle support. As such, they keep your feet secure to prevent any awkward movement and this is why they are good for flat feet. Again, with a plush sock liner, flat feet get great step-in comfort. And, the cushion is very responsive thus providing great impact protection.  The shoes also break in easily and they not only look good, but also perform excellently.

Pros:

• Made of durable materials
• Extremely good fit
• High top shoes with excellent ankle support
• Provides very good lockdown
• Great ventilation

Cons:

• The Clutchfit Drive 3 doesn’t offer the best traction on dusty courts. You will need to wipe it after every few plays.

If you are looking for the best point guard basketball shoes for flat feet then NIKE Men’s Kyrie 3 might be a great choice. The cushion is point on and they offer great ankle support. They are very light which makes them even more comfortable and have tons of grip for both indoors and outdoor play. They also fit perfectly, but if you have wider feet these might be too narrow for you.

Just like the Nike Kyrie 2, the Kyrie 3 has the best traction. It features aggressive herringbone from heel to toe to cover linear movements and also has two multi-directional pods to allow one to swiftly change direction while still gripping the court. Another thing to love about this shoe is the materials. Mesh is the main material here with added fuse for extra strength thus durability. The rear section is made of rubber and a layer of protection against abrasions. It is also true to size with a perfect lockdown and pain-free ankle structure.

Pros:

• Great materials, better than Kyrie 2
• Good traction
• Fits true to size
• Amazing cushion
• Offers great support
• Great heel to toe transition

Cons:

• They might be narrow for people with wider feet

The AND1 Mens Xcelerate Basketball Shoe makes a great on budget basketball shoes for flat feet. They perform decently and they have every feature that flat feet would smile in. Cushion is decent and offer good ankle support. They perform well both indoors and outdoors, but they feel like they can offer more indoors than outdoors in the long run.

About the fitting, we would recommend getting a half size less and if you have really narrow feet, these might feel a little bit wider so you might want to confirm if they are ideal for your feet before buying. The shoes look nice and are comfortable and for the price, they are absolutely worth your money.

Pros:

• Lightweight
• Has good cushion and offers decent ankle support
• They look nice and come in various colors
• They are great budget basketball shoes

Cons:

• They are not true to size. You need to order half a size less
• They are a little bit wider, thus not ideal for really narrow feet

This is another great and reasonably priced basketball shoe for flat feet.  adidas Neo Men’s CF Ilation Mid Basketball Shoe is lightweight, which is a great advantage to most players and it’s also super comfortable, unbelievably for the price. It has a good, soft cushioning for great impact absorption. It also comes in various cool colors and also available in various widths which is a huge plus for most people who are so particular when buying a basketball shoe.

If you are into nice classic, stylish wears, add this shoe to your collection because it’s all this and more. And, it’s not only great for basketball, but can also be used for standing for long period of time or walking long distances. The traction is awesome and the overall construction quality is great with durable materials. It is also a very breathable basketball shoe as it has many perforations at the front and sides plus the collar and tongue are made of air mesh fabric.

Pros:

• Very affordable
• Comfortable shoe with great ankle support
• Well ventilated
• Good traction
• Made with durable materials

Cons:

• The fitting is not true to size. You need to order a half size down for a perfect fit.

What we liked most about the adidas Men’s Crazylight Boost Low Basketball Shoes is the amazing traction. They have a chaotic herringbone pattern on the outsole and don’t require much wiping. Again, the shoes have great cushion with full length boost.

The boost used here is denser than what you find in most other models. Thus, they provide more bounce and better response without feeling mushy or cloudlike. From actual testing, you will notice that these shoes are more stable thus performing well during crossovers and hard cuts and also offer perfect impact protection. They have a thicker cushion in the heel, thus feeling nicer.

Again, they have a great heel-toe transition. The materials used a durable and have a great overall look. The fit is great and you can go half a size down if you don’t want a dead space in your toe area. The shoes are very supportive with a good lockdown plus great ventilation.

Pros:

• Lightweight and well streamlined
• Well cushioned and ventilated
• Great ankle support
• Denser boost
• Offers more bounce and better response

Cons:

• They are not the best looking basketball shoes, but this might be subjective.

The one thing that stands out about the Nike Men’s Hyperdunk 2016 Basketball Shoes is their great arch support and this makes them great for flat feet. They are also very lightweight thus ideal for their purpose and also extremely comfortable. Another thing we love about them is the cool colors and the overall design. They look nice on just any feet and feel great as well. Again, the shoes have no dead space in your toe box for more comfort not forgetting the amazing traction and evenly distributed contact.

With a supper soft Nike Phylon midsole, the Hyperdunk 2016 offers great support and the good thing is that it extends all the way up. This cushion provides perfect impact protection, responsiveness, good bounce and great court feel. The materials used are all high-quality and durable and the fitting is great, but runs long, so go a half size down when ordering. And, the lock-down is amazing and it’s very well ventilated.

Pros:

• Very comfortable
• Amazing traction
• Great arch support
• Soft and lightweight
• Fits perfectly

Cons:

• The color is not exactly as shown in photos. It’s a little bit lighter
• Because of their design, they might be a little hard to get on during the first few wears

The adidas Crazy Explosive 2017 PrimeKnit offers the best traction. The only time you will have any issues with its traction is when on a dusty tiled floor, but once you wipe it you will automatically go back to that phenomenal traction. On a clean court, this basketball shoe offers the best traction. Again, the shoe features a full-length Boost and you will love it. With a beast-mode cushion, this shoe offers great support while absorbing impact like a pro.

And, you will like the ankle support as the shoe features a sock-like ankle collar, as opposed to GeoFit inner sleeve in the previous model, plus this has soft inserts around the ankles and at the tongue for more comfort. The materials used are high quality and the shoes also fit true to size.

Pros:

• Perfect lockdown
• Wider feet friendly
• Great support
• Great traction

Cons:

• On an extremely dirty floor, traction becomes sort of touch and go, but wiping from time to time will help.

The NIKE Air Foamposite Pro Mens Basketball Shoes are not only cute but also very comfortable, thanks

to the Foamposite base, PU midsole, and zoom air sole. It performs well on any basketball court floors as the outsole offers great traction and is specifically designed for basketball courts. They are also well ventilated and are available in various colors. The design also favors wider feet and have a perfect fit.

Pros:

• Very comfortable
• Offers great support
• Has good traction
• Features a great design

Cons:

• The lace system might be complicated for some users, hence less convenient.

This is a dope basketball shoe for boys with flat feet. It’s available in various colors and the color combinations are just beautiful. With a padded collar and tongue, this shoe feels very comfortable and offers great support for the players.

The materials used are all durable and this gives you value for your money. It’s also designed to provide great ankle support and also prevent awkward ankle movements. The traction in this is amazing and it does well on any court type. It is also very breathable with a true to size fit.

Pros:

• Very cute boys’ basketball shoes
• Super comfortable
• Offers great support
• Very durable

Cons:

• The sizes run big, so you might have to go half a size down.