Jordan Why Not Zero.6
Released 3/2023, Low Top, Russell Westbrook,
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Performance Ratings
7.9
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
8.5
USER RATING
12 ratings
Performance Summary
Russell Westbrook's latest shoe with Jordan Brand, the Why Not Zer0.6, is a sturdy performing shoe, especially on clean courts.
Pros
Traction performs on clean courts
Sturdy materials
Cons
Traction needs break-in time
Fits long
Best Suitable For: A great pickup for players with straight-line speed and explosiveness.
Category Performance Ratings
7.7
Traction
Herringbone pattern with solid rubber. Good grip after a warm up, sticky on many courts but can be inconsistent and slip on some forward cuts.
7.8
Cushion
EVA/Phylon style foam with forefoot Zoom unit. Low and stable ride with lively forefoot feel. Foam can feel firm and may bottom out for some.
7.7
Materials
Ripstop and mixed textile panels with synthetic overlays. Breathable and fairly durable. Comfortable but not premium and some areas lack structure.
8.6
Support
Rigid heel counter, shroud, straps and midsole base provide containment. Solid lateral stability and reliable lockdown when fully laced.
7.8
Fit
Runs long and hugs the foot when laced. Best with a half size down for a snug fit. Accommodates wider feet in volume.
13%
Outdoor
Rubber outsole shows limited durability outdoors. Strong upper materials but not recommended for heavy outdoor play.
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Sizing
Runs long for many players. Recommend going down half a size for a snug fit. Narrow and medium feet may go true to size.
narrow
wide
Width
Fits narrow to regular feet well and accommodates wide feet. 2E users often go up half a size.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Jordan Why Not Zero.6 |  Adidas Harden Volume 9 |  Nike Lebron 23 |  Li-Ning Wade Shadow 7 |  Adidas AE 2 |  Jordan Luka 3 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.9 | 8.5(0.6) | 8.3(0.4) | 8.3(0.4) | 8.5(0.6) | 8.2(0.3) | |
| User Rating | 8.5 | 9.4(0.9) | NA | NA | 8.8(0.3) | 9.2(0.7) | |
| Best Price | $139.99 | $119.99 $160 | $209.99 | $119 | $129.99 | $129.99 $140 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 380g - 390g | 410g - 420g | 440g - 440g | NA | 420g - 430g | 380g - 390g |
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Expert Reviews of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Rating: 7.9 (ranks #323 of 385)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
0
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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8.4
March 7, 2023
The Jordan Why Not Zer0.6 is fun to play in. The shoe is fluid from step to step, and they pick up speed well with good traction and cushioning.
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8.2
March 21, 2023
The Jordan Why Not Zer0.6 is a responsive, well-fitting performance shoe. The traction is good, and I felt secure.
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8.0
May 1, 2023
The Jordan Why Not .6 is an easy ride. It didn't take long to get used to playing in this shoe. It's lightweight, comfortable, and reliable.
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7.6
May 4, 2023
Players looking for decent traction, solid forefoot cushioning, and contained support will enjoy the Jordan Why Not Zero.6. It's also lightweight and breathable.
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7.4
April 13, 2023
The Jordan Why Not .6 is somewhat inconsistent. The traction performed well at times but not great at others. The cushioning is alright, but it's not responsive.
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User Reviews of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
User Rating: 8.5 (ranks #214 of 385)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
4
8 - Good
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7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.7
July 5, 2023
The best thing about this shoe is the cushioning, and the worst thing is the kinda weird fit/support. I've worn size 12 in all westbrook models, but this is the first pair where I feel like I should have gone half a size down. It feels easy to roll an ankle in, and I don't feel great on sharp cuts. They feel super bouncy however, thanks to the nice air zoom setup, and the traction is reliable. If you get the hard rubber colorways, you can use them outdoors just fine.
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10.0
January 25, 2024
My feet have always been too wide for size 10.5 but too short for size 11. However these shoes are the first pair of shoes to ever fit my feet perfectly! I love the design they look awesome! They are extremely comfortable, have great grip and support! Honestly a 100 out of 10 from me!
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7.8
September 9, 2023
Fun shoe to play with. Traction was great on clean courts, however on dust it was bad. Support is great. I went half size down and it was good. Durability is not very good as they started falling apart on me after 2 months. Overall not to bad, but for price there are better options.
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8.2
December 20, 2023
I don’t understand the hate behind this shoe, the only let down is the heel cushioning and it’s just no where near as good as you would think for a 200 dollar shoe
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9.0
May 31, 2023
I'm blown away by these. Easily my favourite Why Not model to date. Soooo comfortable, great traction and a great fit. Shoe of 2023 so far for me.
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Traction of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.7 (ranks #335 of 385)
User Traction Rating: 8.3 (ranks #233 of 385)
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1
9 - Great
5
8 - Good
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7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
8.0
March 7, 2023
The traction is much better compared to last year's model. The rubber takes 5-10 minutes to warm up, but it plays well.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
The traction performance impressed me. It even gripped dusty courts. I enjoyed playing in them.
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8.0
May 1, 2023
The traction isn't the sharpest, but you can come to hard stops consistently.
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7.5
May 4, 2023
I had no issues with lateral cuts, but I slipped a bit on forward motions.
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7.0
April 13, 2023
The traction performed poorly initially, but after breaking them in, the performance improved on clean courts. I don't recommend the shoe for dusty courts.
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Cushion of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.8 (ranks #308 of 385)
User Cushion Rating: 8.6 (ranks #159 of 385)
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4
9 - Great
2
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7 - Average
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5 - Poor
0
9.0
March 7, 2023
The EVA foam midsole feels more doughy than Phylon but more firm than Cushlon. It feels comfortable under the heel, and the forefoot Zoom feels lively.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
The cushioning is stable and responsive. You can feel the forefoot Zoom unit, but it's not that large.
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8.0
May 1, 2023
I had no issues with the cushion setup. The transition is excellent, and you feel low to the ground.
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7.0
May 4, 2023
The Phylon midsole offers some springiness, but it will bottom out. The Zoom bag provides impact protection for the forefoot, though.
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7.0
April 13, 2023
I like the Zoom unit under the forefoot, but it bulges up. There's not a lot of compression with the foam. The court feel is average.
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Materials of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.7 (ranks #318 of 385)
User Materials Rating: 8.5 (ranks #146 of 385)
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8.0
March 7, 2023
I like the combination of materials on the upper. The ripstop helps with durability, but the shoe isn't too breathable.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
The straps and lacing system are sturdier than expected. Ventilation is better than expected too.
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8.0
May 1, 2023
The minimal upper provides excellent breathability.
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6.5
May 4, 2023
The materials feel nice on your feet, and the shoe is breathable. It's nothing special, though.
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8.0
April 13, 2023
There are a lot of materials on the upper. It feels durable, thin and comfortable, but it's not supportive.
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Support of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #142 of 385)
User Support Rating: 8.3 (ranks #233 of 385)
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
9.0
March 7, 2023
The upper setup helps you feel secure when the shoe is fully laced.
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9.0
March 21, 2023
I was impressed with the support of the shoe. Heel containment and lockdown are solid, and the materials keep you secure.
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8.0
May 1, 2023
The zipper doesn't do much for function, but the rest of the materials keep you secure.
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9.0
May 4, 2023
I had no issues with the support. The heel counter is rigid. The midsole keeps you contained, and the base is stable. The shroud hugs your foot nicely too.
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8.0
April 13, 2023
The lateral containment felt good, but my foot didn't feel locked down. Stability wasn't an issue.
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Fit of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.8 (ranks #324 of 385)
User Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #282 of 385)
10 - Amazing
3
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
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7 - Average
8
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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8.0
March 7, 2023
I found the fit long. The excessive materials also put a minor strain on the feet. Good fit overall.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
I felt responsive in the shoe because of how it hugged my foot. It does feel long, though.
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8.0
May 1, 2023
Going half a size down made for a much better fit for me. There's some room in the toe box, so I went down for a snug fit.
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8.0
May 4, 2023
The materials conform to your feet nicely. I enjoyed the fit.
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7.0
April 13, 2023
The shoe runs long. I could have gone down half a size.
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Durability of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
User Durability Rating: 8.3 (ranks #202 of 385)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 12.5 (ranks #293 of 385)
User Outdoor Rating: 44.4 (ranks #242 of 385)
Good (100%)
1
Fair (50%)
7
Bad (0%)
5
no
March 7, 2023
The upper materials are strong, but the outsole is not durable.
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no
March 21, 2023
I don't recommend these shoes for outdoor play.
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fair
May 1, 2023
This shoe is fine for outdoors.
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no
April 13, 2023
This outsole isn't the best for outdoors.
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Width of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
0
regular
7
slightly wide
8
very wide
1
regularly wide
March 7, 2023
People with 2E feet go up half a size.
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regularly wide
March 21, 2023
Wide footers can go true to size.
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slightly wide
May 1, 2023
The shoe is wide-foot friendly.
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regularly wide
May 4, 2023
The shoe accommodates wide feet well.
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Size of the Jordan Why Not Zero.6:
very small
0
slightly small
2
true to size
7
slightly long
7
very long
1
true to size
March 7, 2023
Narrow and medium foot shapes go true to size.
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½ size large
March 21, 2023
Regular footers can go up half a size.
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½ size large
May 1, 2023
I recommend going down half a size.
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true to size
May 4, 2023
Go true to size.
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½ size large
April 13, 2023
I went true to size, but I suggest going down half a size if you want a snug fit.
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