Li-Ning JB 2
Released 3/2024, Low Top, Jimmy Butler,
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Performance Ratings
8.4
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
9.0
USER RATING
1 ratings
Performance Summary
The Li-Ning JB 2 features outstanding cushioning and solid traction on clean courts.
Pros
Comfortable Boom cushioning
Sticky traction
Cons
Thin tongue
Stability could be better
Best Suitable For: This shoe is perfect for players who appreciate maximum comfort.
Category Performance Ratings
8.6
Traction
Tacky multidirectional pattern with forefoot rubber. Strong indoor grip on clean courts, but some dust sensitivity on dirty surfaces.
9.4
Cushion
Full-length Boom foam with a carbon fiber plate. Springy, bouncy, low-to-ground ride with good impact protection and smooth transitions.
8.2
Materials
Tightly woven breathable fabric upper that feels soft and conforming. Durability is praised but tongue is thin and padding is light.
7.8
Support
Firm heel counter and torsional shank plate provide containment. Good lockdown and lateral stability for most players.
8.2
Fit
Runs true to size for most players. Snug yet accommodating fit; narrow and medium feet can drop half a size.
17%
Outdoor
Fairly flat tread and mixed durability outdoors. Not recommended for heavy outdoor use or abrasive courts.
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Sizing
Generally true to size. Narrow and medium feet may go down half a size; wide feet might consider a larger size.
narrow
wide
Width
Fits regular to accommodating widths. Upper stretches for wider feet but very wide players may need a half size up.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Li-Ning JB 2 |  Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra |  Air Jordan 40 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.4 | 8.9(0.5) | 8.8(0.4) | 8.8(0.4) | 8.9(0.5) | 8.7(0.3) | |
| User Rating | 9.0 | 9.5(0.5) | NA | 9.3(0.3) | 9.4(0.4) | 9.5(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $289.99 | $159 | $169.99 $205 | $190 | $149 | $105.97 $210 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | 440g - 440g | 410g - 430g | NA | 350g - 360g |
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Expert Reviews of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Rating: 8.4 (ranks #173 of 381)
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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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9.0
March 17, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 feels out of this world. The cushioning and traction are outstanding. The materials also provide breathability, flexibility, and comfort.
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8.6
April 5, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 is a solid, responsive shoe. I love how the traction and cushioning feel. This shoe is an impressive performer.
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8.4
March 17, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 is an overpriced shoe with solid performance. I love the cushioning and how the shoe fits.
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8.2
March 17, 2024
Li-Ning put a lot of effort into making the JB 2 one of their better performers. I have this in the A-tier. I love how comfortable the cushioning feels.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The Li-Ning JB 2 is best for quicker guards and wings. I like the traction on clean courts, and the cushioning felt good.
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User Reviews of the Li-Ning JB 2:
User Rating: 9.0 (ranks #70 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
1
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
Traction of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.6 (ranks #187 of 381)
User Traction Rating: 10.0 (ranks #4 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
1
8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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10.0
March 17, 2024
The grip is outstanding. There's no slipping or dust pickup either.
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9.0
April 5, 2024
The traction performs very well. It sticks to the ground and feels like Flow foam.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The traction pattern looks weird, but the performance is solid. I haven't been let down yet.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The traction performance gets the job done, but I'm not 100% confident.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The forefoot uses rubber for the traction, and it grips nicely. Be careful on dusty courts.
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Cushion of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 9.4 (ranks #35 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: 10.0 (ranks #4 of 381)
10 - Amazing
4
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
10.0
March 17, 2024
The foam underfoot is incredibly bouncy. It feels like a spring underneath you. The cushioning is unlike any other shoe I've put on.
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10.0
April 5, 2024
The carbon fibre plate offers extra springiness. The cushioning is one of my favourite features. Impact protection is amazing, and the foam feels bouncy.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
The cushioning is incredibly comfortable with a bit of added bounce. It also feels lightweight. The insole feels comfortable as well.
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10.0
March 17, 2024
I would say this is an incredibly comfortable shoe. It feels cozy on your feet, and the transition is smooth.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
I like the comfort of the full-length Boom cushioning. It feels low to the ground without sacrificing much bounciness.
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Materials of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.2 (ranks #166 of 381)
User Materials Rating: 9.0 (ranks #51 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
2
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
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5 - Poor
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9.0
March 17, 2024
The lockdown and durability the upper provides are unreal. I'm impressed with the breathability as well.
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8.0
April 5, 2024
The upper is tightly woven and feels durable. The materials also conform to your feet well.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The upper is thin and breathable. I dislike the thin tongue, though.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The interior padding is lacking, but the upper is flexible and breathable. There's also plenty of airflow.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The upper feels softer and more like a fabric. There's no break-in time, and the performance feels good.
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Support of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Support Rating: 7.8 (ranks #324 of 381)
User Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #273 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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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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8.0
March 17, 2024
The substantial heel counter and shank plate keep you contained nicely.
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8.0
April 5, 2024
I had no issues with the support and lockdown. The lateral containment and stability felt good, too.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The heel counter and torsional shank plate provide plenty of support and lockdown.
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7.0
March 17, 2024
The stability could be better.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The heel counter feels secure around my ankle.
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Fit of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.2 (ranks #200 of 381)
User Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #276 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
1
8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The fit is fairly accommodating, but the inflare is intense.
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8.0
April 5, 2024
The fit feels snug in the toe box, but I had some extra length because I went up half a size. I would recommend sticking with your true size.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
I love how the shoe fits. It fits me almost perfectly.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The shoe fits me well.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
There's a decent amount of toe space and the materials are thin and accommodating.
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Durability of the Li-Ning JB 2:
User Durability Rating: 7.0 (ranks #318 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the Li-Ning JB 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 16.7 (ranks #271 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #312 of 381)
Good (100%)
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3
fair
March 17, 2024
The durability is better than expected, but the tread is flat.
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no
April 5, 2024
I'm worried about the durability.
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no
March 17, 2024
I don't recommend this shoe for outdoors.
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Width of the Li-Ning JB 2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
6
slightly wide
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very wide
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regularly wide
March 17, 2024
The width is accommodating.
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regularly wide
April 5, 2024
The width feels normal.
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regularly wide
March 17, 2024
The upper is accommodating enough for people with wide feet.
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regularly wide
March 17, 2024
The width feels normal. The toe box and midfoot feel spacious.
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regularly wide
June 23, 2024
Go up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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Size of the Li-Ning JB 2:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
6
slightly long
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very long
0
true to size
March 17, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go down half a size. 2E feet can go true to size.
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true to size
April 5, 2024
I would recommend going true to size.
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true to size
March 17, 2024
Go true to size.
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true to size
March 17, 2024
I went true to size.
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true to size
June 23, 2024
Go true to size.
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