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Men's Basketball Shoes

Men's basketball shoes are shoes specifically designed to withstand the wear and tear of rough use that footwear goes through in any game of basketball. Because there is so much running, stopping, cutting, spinning, and jumping the shoes get beat up. Having strong shoes is absolutely mandatory, since a damaged shoe can result in severe foot injuries.

Different players need different types of men's basketball shoes. Some players, especially power players, need shoes that are designed with high tops since this will offer optimal ankle support. Speedsters need lightweight, low-top shoes with no restriction of the ankles so they can cut at will. Middle of the road players who do a little of everything need a shoe that allows them to do so. Men's basketball shoes help decrease the chance of sliding or slipping, and the increased chances of injury that come with it.

Basketball shoes are usually made of leather, synthetic leather, or canvas. Synthetic leather is by far and away the most common because it is more durable and light weight than natural leather is. The most frequently used material is synthetic leather, which is more durable and lightweight than natural leather. Science is constantly being used in an attempt to make stronger, more flexible, and more durable men's basketball shoes.

Basketball shoes are specialized for basketball, since they are designed especially for good traction, and many of the shoes have “landing pads” that soften the jolt on the body from landing after a jump. Most have heel plates for extra support, and are just designed over all to help increase comfort and cut down on the chance of injury. Since they are specialized, many men's basketball shoes can cost more than a normal pair of tennis shoes, sometimes running several hundreds of dollars, but a great investment for the avid player.