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Sports gear has obviously never been as technically advanced as it is today. Whether it’s football boots with ergonomic blades and laceless uppers or catching gloves with super glue-like coatings on the palms, if there’s an advantage to be taken, sports companies are taking it.

This desire to push boundaries does, unfortunately, also push prices. In the time since NBA players laced up a pair of Chuck Taylor All-Stars to now, we’ve seen the average price of basketball shoes double at the very least. That doesn’t mean that you can’t cop fire for less, though. There’s a world of affordable basketball shoes out there for those who don't need all the trimmings, just a sturdy sole that's ready to cross someone over if needed.

One of the most attractive things about basketball is its accessibility. Everyone can get involved — or that’s the idea, anyway. Having to buy a pair of $300 basketball shoes to ball out is a myth and it goes against what the sport stands for in many ways. That’s why we hit the net to round up the best affordable basketball shoes so that you can hit the court in full force without feeling guilty.

Shop the best affordable basketball shoes below.

adidas D Rose Son of Chi

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adidasD Rose Son of Chi
$100
Buy at adidas US

If you're looking to cross someone up, you'd do well to follow the lead of Derek Rose. The legendary Point Guard has proven time and time again that with the right handles, size means nothing. His latest signature shoes feature wildly grippy sole units to keep you planted while your opponents slip.

adidas Ownthegame Shoes

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adidasOwnthegame Shoes
$65
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Proving staunchly that you don't need to drop big numbers to hit the court effectively is the adidas Ownthegame. A mesh upper and lightweight Lightmotion cushioning combine for an effortless ride.

adidas T-Mac 2.0 Restomod Shoes

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adidasT-Mac 2.0 Restomod Shoes
$78
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T-Mac is one of the all-time greats and his signature kicks are up there with some of the most memorable. These glossy, unique Restomods live up to the early '00s hype.

Nike Air Jordan Future Low

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NikeAir Jordan Future Low
$99
Buy at Stadium Goods

The Nike Air Jordan Future never really took off and it's a shame. The all-in-one upper features a subtle red camo here which makes the shoe pop.

adidas Hoops 3.0 Mid Classic Vintage Shoes

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adidasHoops 3.0 Mid Classic Vintage Shoes
$70
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Prefer hooping in retro mode? Look no further

PUMA Clyde

Updating the certified classic PUMA Clyde, this contemporary version will offer better support without losing any of the style.

Reebok Question Low Vivid Orange

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ReebokQuestion Low Vivid Orange
$95
Buy at Stadium Goods

Manifest AI himself in this pair of in-your-face Patent Vivid Question Lows.

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