Founded in 1996, Under Armour made its first big splash in the basketball world when they signed Steph Curry in 2013.
Fresh of Steph's league MVP and NBA championship the first two editions of the UA Curry became huge sellers and propelled Under Armour into the upper echelons of basketball footwear.
Since then, Steph Curry's signature series has cooled off a little but Under Armour is committed to basketball more than ever and signed another NBA All-Star in Joel Embiid.
Apart from their basketball signature series, Under Armour also produces popular team models like the Anatomix Spawn or HOVR Havoc.
In this article, I am going to present the best-rated Under Armour performance basketball shoes:
- 9.0 rating based on 2 expert reviews
- The Under Armour Anatomix Spawn 3 is one of the best budget shoes you can buy.
- Great for any position or player who wants a balanced cushion setup.
- 8.9 rating based on 7 expert reviews
- The Curry Flow 9 manages to improve on its impressive predecessor.
- Great shoe if you rely on traction and court feel.
- 8.8 rating based on 8 expert reviews
- The Curry 10 makes slight improvements and continues to be a top-tier performer.
- Anyone that utilizes traction to maximize footwork
- 8.4 rating based on 2 expert reviews
- The Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro is the latest Curry model to receive the Flow upgrade, and the shoe performs as expected.
- The shoe is a solid pick for fans of older Curry models who want modern tech.
- 8.3 rating based on 5 expert reviews
- A minimal and very responsive low-top sneaker with great traction
- Works best for quick guards who value court feel over impact protection
- 7.6 rating based on 2 expert reviews
- The Under Armour Spawn 5 is a smooth-transitioning, responsive performer.
- Price-conscious players who enjoy low-profile cushioning setups will enjoy this shoe.
The Best Under Armour Basketball Shoes
1. Under Armour Anatomix Spawn 3
Performance Rating:
9.0
The Under Armour Anatomix Spawn 3 is one of the best budget shoes you can buy.Overall rating based on 2 reviews
Pros:
Awesome traction
Great cushion setup
Cons:
Heel curve causes some instability
What do the experts think?
The traction of the UA Anatomix Spawn 3 is great on clean and dusty courts and the outsole is durable enough for occasional outdoor use.
The cushion setup is one of the highlights of the shoe and features full-length Micro-G with a great mix of court feel, bounce, and impact protection.
Considering the budget price, the materials are pretty good and get the job done just fine performance-wise.
These fit true to size and provide a slightly loose fit. The materials stretch out a little over time.
The support is solid and has you covered with good lateral containment. Lateral stability is good overall but the heel curvature causes a little instability.
Overall the UA Anatomix Spawn 3 is an outstanding performer for the price.
2. Under Armour Curry 9
Performance Rating:
8.9
The Curry Flow 9 manages to improve on its impressive predecessor.Overall rating based on 7 reviews
Pros:
Traction is phenomenal
Improved materials
Cons:
Not the greatest for impact protection
What do the experts think?
The Curry Flow 9 continues to build on the performance that the 8 provided last year.
The traction pattern and material are identical, but that's not a bad thing. Reviewers agree that the performance is phenomenal in this regard.
For cushioning, the responsive and court feel are fantastic. The only thing the cushion lacks is impact protection which is just adequate.
The materials are much improved from last year and feel premium for performance. It's lightweight, thin, and comfortable.
The fit starts out snug and narrow, but the materials conform to your foot over time.
Support and lockdown continue to be fantastic just like the rest of the Curry line.
Reviewers agree that the Curry Flow 9 is one of the best shoes available on the market right now, and the shoe is a pleasure to play in.
3. Under Armour Curry 10
Performance Rating:
8.8
The Curry 10 makes slight improvements and continues to be a top-tier performer.Overall rating based on 8 reviews
Pros:
Top-tier traction
Comfortable materials
Cons:
Impact protection isn't the best
What do the experts think?
As we've come to expect, the Flow traction is fantastic. It's some of the best traction available.
The cushioning is responsive and low to the ground. The shank also offers some additional bounce.
The materials feel similar to the Curry 9 from last year. It does feel a tad bit more comfortable, though.
Support and lockdown are better than last year because of a better heel counter and more supportive construction.
Overall, the Curry 10 improves on last year's model and remains a top performer because of the outstanding traction.
4. Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro
Performance Rating:
8.4
The Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro is the latest Curry model to receive the Flow upgrade, and the shoe performs as expected.Overall rating based on 2 reviews
Pros:
Excellent traction
Incredibly lightweight
Cons:
Lockdown could be better
What do the experts think?
Under Armour updates the Curry 2 Low with the Flow cushioning and outsole setup, making the traction excellent.
The cushioning is smooth and comfortable. It feels similar to all other Flow model shoes.
The materials are lightweight and breathable. This might be the lightest shoe in the Curry lineup.
Reviewers mention the support and lockdown are adequate. Nobody reported any issues, but it is said that the lockdown is nothing special.
The Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro is another successful update to an older Curry model.
5. Under Armour Curry 7
Performance Rating:
8.3
A minimal and very responsive low-top sneaker with great tractionOverall rating based on 5 reviews
Pros:
Traction is great and doesn't pick up dust
Very supportive low-top
Cons:
Materials are a little underwhelming
What do the experts think?
Like with most Under Armour sneakers, the traction of the Curry 7 is outstanding and works on all courts.
The combination of Micro-G and HOVR cushioning is slightly disappointing as it is very firm and provides little impact protection - only recommended if you are looking for court feel and responsiveness.
The support features are pretty standard but their performance is top-notch, especially for a low-top sneaker.
Unfortunately, the materials used in the Curry 7 feel cheap and plasticky and not worthy for an expensive signature model, but they do get the job done.
Overall, the Curry 7 is a solid performer that works best for players looking for a responsive low-top with great traction.
6. Under Armour Spawn 5
Performance Rating:
7.6
The Under Armour Spawn 5 is a smooth-transitioning, responsive performer.Overall rating based on 2 reviews
Pros:
Comfortable Micro G cushioning
Secure fit
Cons:
Inconsistent traction
Low-quality materials
What do the experts think?
Reviewers report that the traction is inconsistent. It performed decently on clean courts, but dust is an issue.
The cushioning is Micro G, and it's the best feature. Micro G is comfortable and low-profile.
The materials are cheap, with reviewers agreeing they're low-quality. It doesn't affect the performance too much, though.
Support and lockdown are consistent. Reviewers didn't report any issues with stability either.
Overall, the Under Armour Spawn 5 is an average performer with a decent price point.
