Nike PG 2.5
Released 7/2018, Low Top, Paul George,
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Performance Ratings
8.8
EXPERT RATING
3 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
9 ratings
Performance Summary
Improves the already great performance of the PG2 by adding an additional forefoot strap for more lockdown
Pros
Additional strap provides more support
Great price
Cons
Impact protection in the heel
Best Suitable For: Perfect if you are looking for an affordable all-around performer without any weaknesses.
Category Performance Ratings
8.7
Traction
Grippy multidirectional pattern with translucent rubber. Strong grip on clean and dusty courts but minor slips and inconsistent stopping power.
7.8
Cushion
Phylon midsole with forefoot Zoom Air. Snappy and responsive in the forefoot. Heel lacks cushioning and feels dead to some players.
8.8
Materials
Lightweight mesh and synthetic upper with soft overlays. Flexible and comfortable out of the box. Not premium but functional for indoor play.
9.0
Support
Forefoot strap and secure heel area. Customizable lockdown and reduced heel slippage. Provides solid lateral support for quick moves.
9.0
Fit
Runs true to size with a one-to-one fit. Easy to put on and comfortable. Forefoot is slightly narrow for wider feet.
25%
Outdoor
Translucent rubber outsole grips outdoors but is soft. Traction works initially but wears down quickly and lacks outdoor durability.
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large
Sizing
Runs true to size. Same sizing as the PG2 so most players should take their normal size.
narrow
wide
Width
Slightly narrow in the forefoot. The strap helps accommodate some widths but wide-footed players may feel tight.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike PG 2.5 |  Adidas AE 2 |  Jordan Luka 3 |  Nike KD 18 |  Adidas Harden Volume 9 |  Nike Lebron 23 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.8 | 8.5(0.3) | 8.2(0.6) | 8.2(0.6) | 8.5(0.3) | 8.3(0.5) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | 8.8(0.1) | 9.2(0.3) | 8.6(0.3) | 9.4(0.5) | NA | |
| Best Price | $109.99 | $129.99 | $129.99 $140 | $70.97 $160 | $112 $160 | $189.99 $200 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 380g - 400g | 420g - 430g | 380g - 390g | 420g - 430g | 410g - 420g | 440g - 440g |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Rating: 8.8 (ranks #59 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.5
August 8, 2018
This is an awesome performer with great tech at an affordable price. Cushion, traction, and materials stayed the same but the fit and support are slightly improved!
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8.8
August 8, 2018
I would pick the PG 2.5 over the PG 2 as they look better and provide a more customizable fit thanks to the forefoot strap.
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8.2
August 8, 2018
The performance stayed exactly the same but we think the PG 2.5 looks better than the PG2.
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User Reviews of the Nike PG 2.5:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #117 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.5
March 29, 2023
User didn't add a summary.
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8.9
June 17, 2023
User didn't add a summary.
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Traction of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.7 (ranks #179 of 381)
User Traction Rating: 8.7 (ranks #197 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
August 8, 2018
There are some minor slips here and there, but overall, the traction is really, really solid.
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9.0
August 8, 2018
The traction pattern is great and holds up well on dusty courts.
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8.0
August 8, 2018
Dust isn't a huge problem but the stopping power was never great.
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Cushion of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.8 (ranks #309 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #215 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
5
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
9.0
August 8, 2018
The combination of Phylon and Zoom Air is straight fire!
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8.5
August 8, 2018
I still wish that they had introduced a Zoom unit in the heel for a more forgiving cushioning.
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6.0
August 8, 2018
You can feel the forefoot Zoom a little but the heel is completely dead.
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Materials of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.8 (ranks #53 of 381)
User Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #119 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
8
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
August 8, 2018
The materials are light, soft, flexible and don't require any break-in time.
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8.5
August 8, 2018
The materials aren't premium but they get the job done.
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9.0
August 8, 2018
The materials are a little different compared to the Nike PG 2, but they are qeually nice!
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Support of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Support Rating: 9.0 (ranks #62 of 381)
User Support Rating: 9.2 (ranks #51 of 381)
10 - Amazing
4
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
August 8, 2018
The strap that was added to the 2.5 adds a little more support in the forefoot and removes the heel slippage I experienced in the previous model.
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9.0
August 8, 2018
I had no heel slippage at all and the forefoot strap provides a more customizable fit in the front.
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9.0
August 8, 2018
The forefoot strap adds a little more support to an already very supportive shoe.
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Fit of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Fit Rating: 9.0 (ranks #31 of 381)
User Fit Rating: 9.0 (ranks #89 of 381)
10 - Amazing
3
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
August 8, 2018
Pretty good 1:1 fit.
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9.0
August 8, 2018
The PG2 is easy to get on and super comfortable.
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Durability of the Nike PG 2.5:
User Durability Rating: 8.7 (ranks #126 of 381)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the Nike PG 2.5:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #246 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #223 of 381)
Good (100%)
1
Fair (50%)
1
Bad (0%)
2
fair
August 8, 2018
Traction works well outdoors but the outsole is pretty soft and won't last long.
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August 8, 2018
The translucent rubber is wearing off quickly, even indoors.
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Width of the Nike PG 2.5:
very narrow
0
slightly narrow
4
regular
7
slightly wide
1
very wide
0
regularly wide
August 8, 2018
The strap accommodates feet of all sizes.
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slightly narrow
August 8, 2018
A little bit narrow in the forefoot.
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slightly narrow
August 8, 2018
The PG 2.5 is slightly narrow.
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Size of the Nike PG 2.5:
very small
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slightly small
2
true to size
10
slightly long
0
very long
0
true to size
August 8, 2018
The PG 2.5 run true to size.
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true to size
August 8, 2018
Exactly like the PG2, runs true to size
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true to size
August 8, 2018
Runs true to size.
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