Puma MB.05
Released 9/2025, Low Top, LaMelo Ball,
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Performance Ratings
8.2
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
7.2
USER RATING
1 ratings
Performance Summary
The Puma MB.05 could be LaMelo's best signature shoe thanks to the improved cushioning.
Pros
Cushioning is improved
Fit is comfortable
Cons
Straps are not very functional
Thin materials
Best Suitable For: The shoe is best for fans of previous models who might want more cushioning.
Category Performance Ratings
8.5
Traction
Multidirectional rubber outsole. Good grip on slightly dusty indoor courts after short break-in; wiping improves performance.
8.3
Cushion
Nitro foam midsole with forefoot focus. Soft, plush and comfortable ride with decent impact protection and responsive forefoot feel.
8.3
Materials
Engineered mesh upper with thin overlays. Soft and breathable but thin materials may reduce long term durability.
8.0
Support
Molded heel and internal torsion support with strap overlays. Secure heel lock and solid lateral stability despite limited strap function.
8.0
Fit
Runs true to size for most with occasional half size up. Normal to slightly narrow fit with forgiving toe box and good lockdown.
25%
Outdoor
Rubber outsole shows mixed outdoor durability. Some reviewers doubt longevity so avoid heavy outdoor play for longer life.
small
large
Sizing
Runs true to size for most players; some prefer a half size up. Length is generally accurate.
narrow
wide
Width
Fits narrow to regular widths best. Slightly narrow feel for some; wide feet may want more room.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Puma MB.05 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Puma All Pro Nitro |  Under Armour Curry Series 7 |  Puma Hali 1 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.2 | 8.9(0.7) | 8.9(0.7) | 8.5(0.3) | 8.4(0.2) | 8.4(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 7.2 | 9.3(2.1) | 9.5(2.3) | 9.1(1.9) | NA | NA | |
| Best Price | $75.97 $130 | $149 | $225 | $62.97 $130 | $111.99 $160 | $79.99 $130 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | 380g - 400g | NA | NA |
4 likes
from DICK's
$75.97
$130
3 likes
in 2 shops
$79.99
$130
5 likes
from Foot Locker
$89.99
$130
Expert Reviews of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Rating: 8.2 (ranks #244 of 385)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
0
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.4
October 19, 2025
The Puma MB.05 is a decent shoe for the price. The traction feels good, and it might be LaMelo Ball's best shoe so far.
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8.2
October 19, 2025
I'm happy with the performance of the Puma MB.05. The cushioning is more comfortable and responsive, especially compared to the previous shoes in the line.
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8.2
December 21, 2025
Puma finally took a step in the right direction. The MB.05 is a solid performer with improved traction, good lockdown, comfortable materials, and a plush Nitro ride. It should change some minds about the line.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised by the MB. 05's performance. The cushioning is much better.
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User Reviews of the Puma MB.05:
User Rating: 7.2 (ranks #330 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
0
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
7.2
December 20, 2025
It sucks
I do not like this shoe
All of lemoel shoes are bad just baddd yooo
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Traction of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.5 (ranks #197 of 385)
User Traction Rating: 6.0 (ranks #335 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
9.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance is honestly pretty good. The performance holds up on dusty courts, too.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
You need to break in the traction, but it feels very nice once it's done. Make sure to wipe on dustier courts.
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9.0
December 21, 2025
The traction was surprisingly solid. It held up across multiple courts and grips well after a quick wipe. Not elite, but much improved over past LaMelo models.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance feels average.
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Cushion of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #219 of 385)
User Cushion Rating: 7.0 (ranks #314 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
October 19, 2025
The Nitro foam midsole feels soft with decent impact protection. The comfort is there.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The forefoot feels soft and fluid. I like the compression under the heel, too. The cushioning grew on me for sure.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
The cushioning gives a plush ride, especially under the heel. You get decent responsiveness and impact protection, but overall, it's a bit underwhelming.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
Cushioning feels like a significant upgrade. It feels plush and comfortable.
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Materials of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.3 (ranks #122 of 385)
User Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #226 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The engineered mesh upper feels good to the touch. It does a great job performance-wise.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The upper materials are extremely thin and soft. I don't think it will be too durable. The straps also have only a minimal impact. However, I do like the comfort.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
Materials are soft and comfortable out of the box. The mesh with TPU overlays feels supportive and doesn't need break-in. Breathability is limited.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
All the materials feel fine. The breathability is okay, and the comfort feels good.
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Support of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #271 of 385)
User Support Rating: 6.0 (ranks #334 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
0
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
8.0
October 19, 2025
I had no issues with the support and lockdown. My heel was perfectly locked in.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I like the torsional support, and the rest of the lockdown is pretty good.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
Lockdown is solid, thanks to the lacing system and tongue eyelets. The heel counter is sturdy, and there was no heel slip. Torsional support felt good. The straps are purely aesthetic.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The straps don't serve much of a functional purpose, but the support is still solid.
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Fit of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #238 of 385)
User Fit Rating: 9.0 (ranks #51 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
8.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels good. I didn't have any issues.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
This shoe fits me well. The materials are fairly forgiving, and I like how the toe box feels.
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8.0
December 21, 2025
The fit is snug and low-volume with plenty of padding. The tongue and interior hug the foot, and I felt securely contained with no heel slip.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels decent. I didn't have any issues.
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Durability of the Puma MB.05:
User Durability Rating: 7.0 (ranks #315 of 385)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
0
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #214 of 385)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
Good (100%)
0
Fair (50%)
1
Bad (0%)
1
no
October 19, 2025
I don't think the outsole will be durable enough for outdoor courts.
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fair
October 19, 2025
Outdoor play should be fine.
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Width of the Puma MB.05:
very narrow
0
slightly narrow
2
regular
2
slightly wide
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very wide
0
slightly narrow
October 19, 2025
The width is around normal, but is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
December 21, 2025
The width is pretty standard. It's not too wide or too narrow.
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regularly wide
October 19, 2025
The width is average.
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Size of the Puma MB.05:
very small
0
slightly small
2
true to size
3
slightly long
0
very long
0
true to size
October 19, 2025
I went true to size.
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½ size small
October 19, 2025
I went up half a size.
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½ size small
December 21, 2025
If you want more toe room, go up half a size. True to size fits close to one-to-one, but a half size up gives extra space.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
Go true to size.
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