Li-Ning Ice Blood V2
Released 1/2023, Low Top, D’Angelo Russell,
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Performance Ratings
8.1
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
8.7
USER RATING
7 ratings
Performance Summary
The Li-Ning Ice Blood V2 offers top-tier traction and solid responsiveness.
Pros
Impressive traction for the price
Support and lockdown keep you secure
Cons
Picks up dust easily
Cushioning can feel low
Best Suitable For: Lighter, shifty guards will enjoy the Ice Blood V2.
Category Performance Ratings
8.3
Traction
Broad, flat traction pattern with durable rubber. Excellent grip on clean indoor courts but can pick up dust and lose bite.
8.0
Cushion
Full-length Light foam midsole with midfoot shank. Bouncy, low-to-ground feel with decent impact protection but some find the insole stiff.
8.0
Materials
Mesh and TPU knit upper with textile overlays. Soft and lightweight overall but some panels feel cheap and the tongue is flimsy.
7.8
Support
Midfoot shank with supportive upper and molded heel area. Strong lateral containment and stability but shank limits flexibility and may allow heel slip.
8.5
Fit
Generally true to size for many. Midfoot is snug from added arch support and lacing offers good lockdown; some prefer half size up.
88%
Outdoor
Thick, durable rubber outsole. Holds up well on outdoor courts and maintains traction and wear resistance.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Some users go up half a size for comfort, especially regular Li-Ning wearers.
narrow
wide
Width
Accommodates wide feet but leans slightly narrow. Wide footers may want a half size up for extra room.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Li-Ning Ice Blood V2 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Puma All Pro Nitro |  Under Armour Curry Series 7 |  New Balance Hesi Low V2 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.1 | 8.9(0.8) | 8.9(0.8) | 8.5(0.4) | 8.4(0.3) | 8.4(0.3) | |
| User Rating | 8.7 | 9.3(0.6) | 9.5(0.8) | 9.1(0.4) | NA | 9.2(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $99.99 | $149 | $225 | $75.97 $130 | $129.99 $160 | $109.99 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | 380g - 400g | NA | NA |
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Expert Reviews of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Rating: 8.1 (ranks #292 of 383)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
0
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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8.4
January 10, 2023
You cannot get more performance for a $99 basketball shoe. The Li-Ning Ice Blood V2 is a fantastic performance model. The traction plays well on clean courts, you can take the shoe outdoors, and the cushioning feels outstanding.
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8.4
January 10, 2023
I enjoyed playing in the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2. It has stop-on-a-dime type traction. The containment is locked down, and the shoe is responsive.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
The Li-Ning Ice Blood V2 is a solid budget sneaker for performance. The support is solid, the materials are soft, and the cushioning feels comfortable.
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7.6
March 21, 2023
The Li-Ning Ice Blood V2 is best suited for guards who don't rely on explosive movements. The cushioning is comfortable, the fit is accommodating, and the traction is durable.
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User Reviews of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
User Rating: 8.7 (ranks #157 of 383)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.9
November 3, 2023
Shoes cushion isn’t the best but the court feel is amazing. The shoe is very shifty I only bring this shoe out when I wanna cook someone and play a shiftyer play style if thats even a word lol. I just replaced the insoles w gameday pros so we’ll see if that helps with the forefoot cushion as there really is none without a different insole
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10.0
February 5, 2023
User didn't add a summary.
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Traction of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.3 (ranks #254 of 383)
User Traction Rating: 8.6 (ranks #205 of 383)
10 - Amazing
3
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
3
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
January 10, 2023
The traction performs well on clean courts. Dust can potentially cause problems.
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10.0
January 10, 2023
The traction feels phenomenal. It's top-tier, but it picks up a bit of dust.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
The traction gripped nicely indoors.
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7.0
March 21, 2023
The traction pattern is broad and flat. The grip indoors isn't the best, only alright.
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Cushion of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.0 (ranks #266 of 383)
User Cushion Rating: 8.0 (ranks #253 of 383)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
5
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
January 10, 2023
The step-in comfort is outstanding. I also enjoyed the low-to-the-ground setup. The shoe can feel too low at times, though.
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7.0
January 10, 2023
The cushioning isn't the best. The insole is stiff, and there isn't much step-in comfort.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
The midfoot shank offers bounce-back energy, and the foam warms up nicely. It feels like Lunarlon and Cushlon.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
I love the full-length Light foam midsole. It has decent bounce and feels comfortable.
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Materials of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #230 of 383)
User Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #113 of 383)
10 - Amazing
3
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
6
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
8.0
January 10, 2023
The textile materials are cheap but don't hinder performance.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
The materials feel decent in terms of quality, especially for the price.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
The upper is mesh. It feels soft, and there is no break-in time.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
The TPU knit materials feel like denim and strong canvas, but the tongue feels flimsy.
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Support of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Support Rating: 7.8 (ranks #329 of 383)
User Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #182 of 383)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
6
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
January 10, 2023
I didn't enjoy the midfoot shank reducing the shoe's flexibility, but it is supportive.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
Lateral containment is not an issue at all. Support and stability were secure on the shoe too.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
I had no issues with lateral containment. My foot felt supported.
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7.0
March 21, 2023
You might get heel slippage if you have high arches. The forefoot feels contained because of the materials, but the lacing system doesn't keep the back of your foot locked in.
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Fit of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.5 (ranks #88 of 383)
User Fit Rating: 9.4 (ranks #17 of 383)
10 - Amazing
4
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
January 10, 2023
The shoe hugs your foot nicely. The lacing system helps customize the fit perfectly.
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9.0
January 10, 2023
All of the Li-Ning shoes fit short for me. So, I go up half a size to get a comfortable fit. The fit became nice for me once I went up.
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8.0
January 10, 2023
The midfoot section is tight due to the added arch support in that area. I had no issues with the fit because of my foot shape.
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8.0
March 21, 2023
The fit is generous and will accommodate most players.
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Durability of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
User Durability Rating: 8.6 (ranks #137 of 383)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
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7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 87.5 (ranks #51 of 383)
User Outdoor Rating: 85.7 (ranks #60 of 383)
Good (100%)
8
Fair (50%)
3
Bad (0%)
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fair
January 10, 2023
The outsole can hold up outdoors.
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good
January 10, 2023
You're going to be good to go outdoors.
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good
January 10, 2023
The rubber is thick and an excellent choice for outdoor use.
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good
March 21, 2023
The traction grips outdoor courts like crazy and is durable.
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Width of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
3
regular
5
slightly wide
2
very wide
0
slightly narrow
January 10, 2023
It's a slightly narrow fit.
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slightly narrow
January 10, 2023
Go half a size up if you have a wide foot.
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regularly wide
March 21, 2023
Accommodates wide feet easily. People with very narrow feet might consider going down half a size.
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Size of the Li-Ning Ice Blood V2:
very small
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slightly small
1
true to size
9
slightly long
1
very long
0
true to size
January 10, 2023
I went true to size.
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½ size small
January 10, 2023
I went up half a size.
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true to size
January 10, 2023
Go true to size if you have a regular foot.
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true to size
March 21, 2023
Players with narrow, medium, and wide feet can go true to size.
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