Jordan Why Not Zero.5
Released 2/2022, Mid Top, Russell Westbrook,
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7.8
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
8.6
USER RATING
22 ratings
The Jordan Why Not .5 implements a solid cushioning setup.
Best Suitable For:
Players that enjoy the feeling of forefoot Zoom.
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $149.99
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Weight & Sizing:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Jordan Why Not Zero.5 |  Puma Rise NITRO |  Adidas Harden Volume 7 |  New Balance Kawhi 3 |  Adidas AE 1 |  Nike G.T. Hustle 2 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.8 | 8.0(0.2) | 8.7(0.9) | 8.2(0.4) | 8.7(0.9) | 8.1(0.3) | |
| User Rating | 8.6 | 8.3(0.3) | 9.0(0.4) | 8.4(0.2) | 9.3(0.7) | 9.1(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $149.99 | $125 | $159.99 | $159.99 | $120 | $86.97 $170 | |
| Type of Cut | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | |
| Weight | 350g - 370g | 410g - 420g | 450g - 460g | NA | NA | 330g - 350g |
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Jordan Why Not Zero.5 Review
Pros:
Zoom unit feels nice
Cons:
Poor performing traction
Quality of the materials
Performance of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Russell Westbrook's latest signature shoe is held back by its poor traction. Reviewers agree that it just doesn't grip well.
Its cushion could be the one saving grace. The forefoot Zoom feels bouncy and provides a nice ride.
Reviewers also agree that the quality of the materials isn't the best, but it doesn't hinder performance whatsoever.
The fit conforms to your foot once you've broken the shoe in.
There are also no issues with the support and lockdown, and the shoe feels stable laterally.
Overall, the Jordan Why Not .5 has everything you need in a performance basketball shoe except the traction. It could be much better if it gripped the court consistently.
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Expert Reviews of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Rating: 7.8 (ranks #268 of 304)
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8.3
March 13, 2022
I would recommend the Jordan Why Not 0.5 to all types of basketball players. The shoe was super responsive, and I felt explosive and quick playing in them.
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7.8
March 16, 2022
If the traction played better, the Jordan Why Not .5 would be a much better shoe. It checked all the boxes needed in a shoe, but the traction is a big con in my books.
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7.8
April 5, 2022
The Jordan Why Not Zero.5 offers a lot in terms of fit and comfort, but the performance is hindered by the traction.
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7.4
March 23, 2022
I cannot recommend the Jordan Why Not Zero.5. The traction does not bite, making it potentially dangerous to play in this shoe. It's a shame because everything else was solid.
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User Reviews of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
User Rating: 8.6 (ranks #156 of 304)
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9.2
January 21, 2023
Some of the most comfortable sneakers I've ever owned. The fit around the toe is also amazing. As someone with very wide feet I think that these sneakers may be a little wide for someone with slimmer feet, but for me and my wide feet they fit pretty much perfectly. The only problem is that the traction is bad, the pattern on the bottom of the shoe is unnecessary, and the fact that the middle of the sole doesn't have any traction at all. I only use these shoes as a daily/comfortable option.
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8.5
April 15, 2022
I am a wide footed person so i decided to go half a size up just like i did for the 4.0, however i recommended going true to size, as this shoe is a slightly wider fit.
feels amazing on feet, the materials for the Honour the gift version very nice, and overall the shoe looks very aesthetically pleasing especially for a basketball sneaker.
Zoom is great in the forefoot, only issue is the traction, which is not very gripy and on my pair is already starting to wear significantly.
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8.9
July 5, 2023
This shoe would have been amazing if they didn't use the damn rice grain pattern on the bottom. Other than a lackluster court feel, cushioning was great for impact protection, bounce, jumping, nearly everything, except it felt weird to shoot in because of the lack of court feel. If you dare use this outdoors say bye bye to the traction pattern in less than 20 wears.
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8.9
March 27, 2022
Everything about the shoe is amazing. Love the support and lockdown in why not.5. it's comfortable and feels good on foot. You can feel the forefoot zoom and it's really good. The only downside of the shoe is traction on dusty courts but if you're playing on clean a court you're good to go.
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8.0
January 25, 2023
The traction work very well on dirty surfaces.
You need to tie hard to support your foot and you don't get hot in them.
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Traction of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Traction Rating: 6.8 (ranks #291 of 304)
User Traction Rating: 7.8 (ranks #254 of 304)
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9.0
March 13, 2022
I was shocked with how well the traction held up on a dusty court. The traction was beastly for me.
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7.0
March 16, 2022
The traction performance is not that good. In the first week, it was not biting hard at all. It did get a bit better over time, though.
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6.0
April 5, 2022
The traction is not the best. The tread itself looks like it would perform, but the pattern is too close together to grab the court.
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5.0
March 23, 2022
The Why Not Zero.5 features a nub-like traction pattern, and it's straight-up not good. It performs ok on clean courts. Anything less than that, though, you're going to slide.
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Cushion of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.0 (ranks #210 of 304)
User Cushion Rating: 8.6 (ranks #139 of 304)
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8.0
March 13, 2022
The cushioning felt great. The forefoot Zoom is noticeable, but it could be better.
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8.0
March 16, 2022
The cushioning setup is my favourite part of the shoe. It reminds me of the Jordan 34 and 35.
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8.0
April 5, 2022
The midfoot is a standard foam setup until you get to the forefoot Zoom Air unit. The shoe definitely feels bouncy. The only downside is that the performance tapers off when the foam bottoms out.
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8.0
March 23, 2022
The forefoot Zoom unit feels bouncy, and fans of Zoom units will enjoy this setup. The Phylon foam provides decent impact protection, but it isn't the best.
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Materials of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #192 of 304)
User Materials Rating: 8.5 (ranks #118 of 304)
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8.0
March 13, 2022
The shoe has a nice amount of padding and feels comfortable on foot. My only complaint with the materials is that they aren't too breathable.
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8.0
March 16, 2022
The materials are thin, and they conform to your foot nicely. The shoe feels cozy overall. However, the quality isn't the best.
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8.0
April 5, 2022
The upper materials feel comfortable and secure around your foot. The lacing setup, however, isn't the best.
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8.0
March 23, 2022
Overall, the material used isn't the best and not the most premium. It does the job in terms of performance, though. So, I can't complain.
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Support of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #222 of 304)
User Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #154 of 304)
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8.0
March 13, 2022
I had no issues with heel slippage, and the support was solid. My foot felt locked down.
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8.0
March 16, 2022
I had no issues with lateral containment. The shoe isn't the widest, but the lateral stability was still solid.
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8.0
April 5, 2022
The shoe offers your ankle a ton of freedom of movement while still providing tremendous lockdown.
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8.0
March 23, 2022
I had no support issues in this shoe.
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Fit of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.3 (ranks #149 of 304)
User Fit Rating: 8.9 (ranks #86 of 304)
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8.0
March 16, 2022
It's a pretty snug fit in this shoe, which I like.
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9.0
April 5, 2022
This show might be the most comfortable fitting basketball shoe I've put on my foot.
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8.0
March 23, 2022
After breaking in, I didn't have any issues with the fit. My foot felt secure and locked in while playing in these.
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Durability of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
User Durability Rating: 7.9 (ranks #239 of 304)
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Outdoor of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #260 of 304)
User Outdoor Rating: 47.1 (ranks #199 of 304)
Good (100%)
4
Fair (50%)
8
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6
no
April 5, 2022
The traction gave me the most trouble on painted outdoor courts.
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Width of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
14
slightly wide
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very wide
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slightly narrow
March 16, 2022
I would recommend going up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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regularly wide
April 5, 2022
If your foot is over a 2E, you should go up half a size.
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regularly wide
March 23, 2022
It was only a little bit narrow in the forefoot area.
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Size of the Jordan Why Not Zero.5:
very small
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slightly small
1
true to size
17
slightly long
6
very long
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true to size
March 16, 2022
I went true to size and it fits me really well.
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true to size
April 5, 2022
They run a hair long. Go true to size if you have a medium or wide foot. Half a size down if you have a narrow foot.
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true to size
March 23, 2022
I am a slightly wide-footer, and I felt fine going true to size.
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