What Are Good Cheap Shoes to Play Outdoor Basketball With?

Designer basketball shoes are known for high prices, but is possible to find discounts. In many cases, your best bet is to look for recently discontinued models, as retailers will mark them down to clear them out. If you are looking for shoes to play outdoors, you also need to find shoes that are comfortable in warmer elements -- though this can vary depending on the time of year and your local climate.

  1. Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Hi Tops

    • The original basketball shoe remains one of the cheapest types of causal sports shoes available, priced at around 40 dollars per pair. The lightweight canvas material makes these shoes very comfortable in warm weather and allows for easy foot movement. You will be giving up cushioning in the soles, however.

    Adidas Pro

    • This Adidas model has been put in clearance in a number of shops, like Eastbay, as of 2011. This has led to the price dropping to as low as 50 dollars per pair, although this can also mean that some sizes may be hard to come by. Simple in design, usually with the tri-stripe logo on a solid color, the shoes have added support within the inner sole. They are also available in numerous color options.

    Nike Air Flight Soarin

    • This shoe is currently (as of 2011) available for approximately 50 dollars from some vendors. The shoe uses a combination of synthetic leather and mesh for breathe-ability, which can add comfort in the outdoor air, and there is added impact protection in the heel through Nike's "Air-Sole" unit. Sizes and colors may be limited for this discontinued model depending on the vendor.

    Reebok Deep Range II

    • One of Reebok's latest models is currently priced at around 40 dollars. The shoe uses Reebok's "Hexalite" technology for heel cushioning, and the outsole is designed to last on many surfaces. The shoes also come with a removable sock liner for extra support.