Founded in 1996, Under Armour made its first big splash in the basketball world when they signed Steph Curry in 2013.
Fresh of Steph’s league MVP and NBA championship the first two editions of the UA Curry became huge sellers and propelled Under Armour into the upper echelons of basketball footwear.
Since then, Steph Curry’s signature series has cooled off a little but Under Armour is committed to basketball more than ever and signed another NBA All-Star in Joel Embiid.
Apart from their basketball signature series, Under Armour also produces popular team models like the Anatomix Spawn or HOVR Havoc.
In this article, I am going to present the best-rated Under Armour performance basketball shoes:
- 8.9 rating based on 4 expert reviews
- The Curry 10 makes slight improvements and continues to be a top-tier performer.
- Anyone that utilizes traction to maximize footwork
- 8.9 rating based on 7 expert reviews
- The Curry Flow 9 manages to improve on its impressive predecessor.
- Great shoe if you rely on traction and court feel.
- 8.3 rating based on 3 expert reviews
- The Under Armour Flow FUTR X is an amazing budget-friendly alternative to the Curry Flow 8 if you don't need a lot of cushioning.
- Perfect shoe for guards that have a quick style of play.
The Best Under Armour Basketball Shoes
1. Under Armour Curry 10
Performance Rating:
8.9
The Curry 10 makes slight improvements and continues to be a top-tier performer.Overall rating based on 4 reviews
Pros:
Top-tier traction
Comfortable materials
Cons:
Impact protection isn't the best
What do the experts think?
As we've come to expect, the Flow traction is fantastic. It's some of the best traction available.
The cushioning is responsive and low to the ground. The shank also offers some additional bounce.
The materials feel similar to the Curry 9 from last year. It does feel a tad bit more comfortable, though.
Support and lockdown are better than last year because of a better heel counter and more supportive construction.
Overall, the Curry 10 improves on last year's model and remains a top performer because of the outstanding traction.
2. Under Armour Curry 9
Performance Rating:
8.9
The Curry Flow 9 manages to improve on its impressive predecessor.Overall rating based on 7 reviews
Pros:
Traction is phenomenal
Improved materials
Cons:
Not the greatest for impact protection
What do the experts think?
The Curry Flow 9 continues to build on the performance that the 8 provided last year.
The traction pattern and material are identical, but that's not a bad thing. Reviewers agree that the performance is phenomenal in this regard.
For cushioning, the responsive and court feel are fantastic. The only thing the cushion lacks is impact protection which is just adequate.
The materials are much improved from last year and feel premium for performance. It's lightweight, thin, and comfortable.
The fit starts out snug and narrow, but the materials conform to your foot over time.
Support and lockdown continue to be fantastic just like the rest of the Curry line.
Reviewers agree that the Curry Flow 9 is one of the best shoes available on the market right now, and the shoe is a pleasure to play in.
3. Under Armour Flow FUTR X
Performance Rating:
8.3
The Under Armour Flow FUTR X is an amazing budget-friendly alternative to the Curry Flow 8 if you don't need a lot of cushioning.Overall rating based on 3 reviews
Pros:
Has amazing traction
Midfoot strap that actually works
Cons:
Not much in terms of impact protection
Cheap feeling materials
What do the experts think?
Just like the Curry Flow 8, the traction of the Under Armour Flow FUTR X is amazing. It bites regardless of whether the court is clean or dusty, and the Flow outsole is more durable than it appears.
The cushion leans towards the firm side of things, but it is low to the ground and provides excellent responsiveness.
Materials felt cheap to the touch but perform decently enough considering the price.
The fit is true to size and should be able to accommodate most foot shapes. This is due to the materials stretching out a bit over time.
Under Armour managed to implement a midfoot strap that's able to contribute to more than just aesthetics. It improved the lateral containment of the shoe, helping to keep you properly supported.
The Under Armour Flow FUTR X is a fantastic option at just $120. The traction is outstanding, the cushion provides a good court feel, and there weren't any issues with the support.
4. Under Armour Curry HOVR Splash
Performance Rating:
7.8
Overall rating based on 1 reviews
Pros:
Cons:
What do the experts think?
