Let me start by saying these shoes look fire. The color options are on point, and the design gives off serious Kobe Bryant vibes. My teenage nephew saw them and immediately said 'Yo, those are clean!'

The breathable upper is legit comfortable - no sweaty feet even after wearing them all day. I've used them for light runs and gym sessions, and they perform well. The lightweight feel makes movement easy.

Now about that ankle support... It's a mixed bag. The high-top design looks protective, but don't expect NBA-level stability. For casual players or special needs athletes (like some reviewers mentioned), it works fine. But if you're making hard cuts on court, you might want more support.

The grip situation is questionable. Some users reported slipping issues, and I noticed they don't bite the court like premium bball shoes. Fine for shooting around, but not ideal for competitive play.

Bottom line? Great as stylish casual sneakers or for light basketball use. If you need serious performance shoes, keep looking. But for $50-60? Not bad at all.