Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5
Released 11/2023, Low Top, Donovan Mitchell,
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Performance Ratings
8.1
EXPERT RATING
3 reviews
8.0
USER RATING
8 ratings
Performance Summary
The D.O.N. Issue #5 provides solid performance, especially with fit and support.
Pros
Excellent traction
Solid support and lockdown
Cons
Cheaper materials
Quick dust pickup
Best Suitable For: The Adidas D.O.N. Issue #5 is best for players who like to get up and down the court quickly.
Category Performance Ratings
8.3
Traction
Herringbone pattern with sticky rubber compound. Needs a brief break-in. Dust builds up but wiping restores strong indoor grip.
7.3
Cushion
Lightstrike foam with a thicker shank. Lightweight and lively feel but firmer and less plush than other foams.
8.0
Materials
Synthetic upper with two-piece tongue. Structured and supportive but can feel stiff, plasticky, and retains heat.
8.7
Support
Two-piece tongue, secure lacing, and sturdy heel cup. Excellent lockdown and reliable lateral stability with minimal heel slip.
8.3
Fit
True to size for most with a snug, slightly narrow fit. Strong lockdown and secure heel hold.
50%
Outdoor
Tough rubber suitable for outdoors. Traction holds up but tread can wear down with heavy outdoor use.
small
large
Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Narrow and medium feet should go TTS; wider feet may size up for room.
narrow
wide
Width
Best for narrow to regular widths. Wide footers may feel constricted and should consider sizing up or wider option.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5 |  Adidas AE 2 |  Jordan Luka 3 |  Nike KD 18 |  Adidas Harden Volume 9 |  Nike Lebron 23 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.1 | 8.5(0.4) | 8.2(0.1) | 8.2(0.1) | 8.5(0.4) | 8.3(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 8.0 | 8.8(0.8) | 9.2(1.2) | 9.1(1.1) | 9.4(1.4) | NA | |
| Best Price | $119.99 | $129.99 | $129.99 $140 | $88.97 $160 | $128 $160 | $209.99 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 390g - 390g | 420g - 430g | 380g - 390g | 420g - 430g | 410g - 420g | 440g - 440g |
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Expert Reviews of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Rating: 8.1 (ranks #287 of 381)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
0
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.4
December 6, 2023
The Adidas D.O.N. Issue #5 thrives on fit, support, and lockdown. The performance of the materials aids with the containment, and the traction is decent.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
The Adidas D.O.N. Issue #5 is a Jekyll and Hyde type of shoe. I felt quick and snappy but also stiff at the same time. The foam could be better.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
I like the Adidas D.O.N. Issue #5 aesthetics more than the performance. The traction is excellent, but the cushioning feels B-tier.
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User Reviews of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
User Rating: 8.0 (ranks #289 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
8.4
January 10, 2024
The D.O.N 5 is a Solid perfomance.
The Traction is good but not amazing, on dust is a little inconsistent but at least is very durable.
The cushining is good and responsive, nice compression and is little bounce but is not better than previeus version.
The material,lockdown, stability anddurability is my favorite part about this shoe, is freaking amazing, even though a sythetic material i didn´t fell discomfort, what I really felt was great security and court sensitivity.
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8.6
January 3, 2024
Feels really supportive but a little stiff, although more bouncy than I expected. Only real negative was the time to break in, it took me three hour+ sessions to really feel like the shoe is working well, but now I really like how it feels. If it doesn’t feel good right outside the box, give it a minute.
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Traction of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.3 (ranks #249 of 381)
User Traction Rating: 7.5 (ranks #315 of 381)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
2
8.0
December 6, 2023
The traction needs a few days to break in. It performed well afterwards. Dust does affect the performance, though.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
The rubber compound feels sticky. Make sure to wipe off the dust build-up.
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9.0
December 14, 2023
The herringbone pattern provides excellent performance. It's pretty good on dust, too.
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Cushion of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.3 (ranks #348 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: 7.5 (ranks #299 of 381)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
6
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
1
8.0
December 6, 2023
I enjoy the soft Lightstrike foam. It feels comfortable during play, but the step-in comfort could be better.
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7.0
December 14, 2023
The Lightstrike feels more dense than usual. The shank is thicker, too. It's not plush, but it is lively.
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7.0
December 14, 2023
The cushioning performance is slightly below average. The Lightstrike foam is lightweight. However, it's not as soft or responsive as Adidas' other foams.
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Materials of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #221 of 381)
User Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #233 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
6
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
8.0
December 6, 2023
The upper is synthetic, and it feels stiff. The material is supportive, though.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
I like the setup of the two-piece tongue for containment, but the shoe does hold on to heat and moisture more than other shoes.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
The materials feel cheap and plasticky. There's no discomfort performance-wise.
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Support of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #114 of 381)
User Support Rating: 8.9 (ranks #107 of 381)
10 - Amazing
3
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
9.0
December 6, 2023
The lockdown feels secure. This is one of the most supportive shoes. Your foot is not leaving the footbed.
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9.0
December 14, 2023
The lacing system lets you crank down and secure your foot. I had zero heel slippage, too.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
The lockdown is decent, and the stability is secure.
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Fit of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.3 (ranks #150 of 381)
User Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #278 of 381)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
9.0
December 6, 2023
The fit suits me incredibly well. I like how snug it is.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
The fit is decently accommodating, and there's not much to complain about.
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8.0
December 14, 2023
I didn't have issues with the fit. It feels standard.
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Durability of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
User Durability Rating: 8.6 (ranks #131 of 381)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
Outdoor of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #128 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: 83.3 (ranks #69 of 381)
Good (100%)
5
Fair (50%)
3
Bad (0%)
1
fair
December 6, 2023
Outdoor play should be decent.
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fair
December 14, 2023
The rubber is tough enough for outdoors, but beware of the tread wearing down.
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fair
December 14, 2023
The rubber feels durable enough for outdoors.
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Width of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
very narrow
1
slightly narrow
2
regular
5
slightly wide
3
very wide
0
slightly narrow
December 6, 2023
The width is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
December 14, 2023
2E feet can go true to size for a performance fit or up half a size for a roomier fit.
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regularly wide
December 14, 2023
The width is standard.
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Size of the Adidas D.O.N. Issue 5:
very small
1
slightly small
0
true to size
8
slightly long
2
very long
0
true to size
December 6, 2023
I went true to size.
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true to size
December 14, 2023
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
December 14, 2023
I recommend going true to size.
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