Nike Book 2
Released 1/2026, Low Top, Devin Booker,
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Performance Ratings
7.0
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
NA
USER RATING
0 ratings
Performance Summary
The Nike Book 2 offers snappy cushioning, solid support, and sticky indoor traction, but a stiff and uncomfortable upper.
Pros
Bouncy Cushlon ride
Solid stability
Cons
Stiff upper
No ventilation
Best Suitable For: The Nike Book 2 is best for players who want stable support on clean indoor courts.
Category Performance Ratings
6.6
Traction
Modernized herringbone pattern with standard rubber. Excellent grip on clean courts, but highly sensitive to dust and needs constant wiping.
7.9
Cushion
Full-length Cushlon with top-loaded forefoot Zoom. Bouncy ride with good forefoot pop and moderate impact protection.
6.0
Materials
Moulded synthetic upper that is thick and rigid. It's very stiff, creases easily, and is slow to break in. Ventilation is also poor.
8.3
Support
Wide base, stiff heel counter, midfoot shank and webbing. Strong lateral stability and containment.
7.2
Fit
Runs true to size for many, but the width feedback varies. Lockdown is decent when laced; the toe box can feel narrow or have dead space.
33%
Outdoor
Soft rubber compound. Poor durability, and the traction wears away quickly. Not recommended for outdoor play.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most people. Slightly wide feet may prefer a half size up for comfort.
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Width
Fits narrow to regular widths best. Wide footers may feel cramped in the toe box or need an upsize.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike Book 2 |  Adidas Harden Volume 9 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 14 |  Nike Lebron 23 |  Adidas AE 2 |  Nike KD 18 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.0 | 8.5(1.5) | 9.0(2.0) | 8.3(1.3) | 8.5(1.5) | 8.2(1.2) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.4 | 9.8 | NA | 9.1 | 8.6 | |
| Best Price | $89.97 $145 | $112 $160 | $149 | $121.97 $200 | $96.99 $130 | $81.97 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 410g - 420g | NA | 440g - 440g | 420g - 430g | 420g - 430g |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Rating: 7.0 (ranks #394 of 399)
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8.4
January 9, 2026
The Nike Book 2 is a tale of two shoes. Tooling, cushioning, and stability are improved. The heavy, thick upper and narrow fit make it great for some players, but are problematic for wider footers.
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7.2
February 21, 2026
The Nike Book 2 is a mediocre, middle-of-the-pack performer. Functionality is average, and traction and materials are not great. Some colorways or mesh versions may improve comfort, but pure functionality isn't great.
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7.0
January 28, 2026
No, don't get the Nike Book 2. It's a brick. It's overly stiff, heavy, and clunky with terrible traction on dusty courts. Support and cushioning are decent, but they don't make up for the shoe's major flaws.
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6.8
January 24, 2026
The Nike Book 2 is a disappointment compared to its predecessor. This first colorway has a stiff, uncomfortable upper and poor traction on dusty courts. I wouldn't play in these and would likely return them.
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6.5
January 20, 2026
The Nike Book 2 were unbearable and literally not playable. They felt like bricks out of the box and caused painful ankle pinching when laced to the top. Traction and cushion were good, but stiff materials and poor comfort ruined the experience.
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6.0
April 5, 2026
The Nike Book 2 are a massive downgrade from the Nike Book 1. They're stiff, heavy, and have inconsistent traction. Support is strong, but cushioning and materials disappoint. I give them a six out of ten and wouldn't buy them unless you want a very stiff, supportive shoe with a forefoot Zoom.
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User Reviews of the Nike Book 2:
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Traction of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 6.6 (ranks #391 of 399)
User Traction Rating: NA
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8.0
January 9, 2026
The traction is a pleasant surprise. Sticky rubber grips well and still handles dust after a quick wipe.
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7.0
February 21, 2026
Traction was pretty inconsistent on dusty courts. I sometimes couldn't get a hard stop and even stumbled while backpedalling. It's average at best compared to the Nike Book 1.
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5.0
January 28, 2026
The traction sucks. It picks up dust, and I was sliding all over on dusty courts. On clean courts, it's only okay.
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6.0
January 24, 2026
The traction is not great. It grips on clean courts but picks up a ton of dust. You'll need to wipe constantly, or you'll slide out on very dusty surfaces.
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8.5
January 20, 2026
The traction has a modernized herringbone pattern. It stops quickly and provides solid pivoting. It played well on clean courts and fairly well on mildly dusty courts.
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5.0
April 5, 2026
The traction pattern is sun-like. It grips well on clean courts but picks up dust and becomes inconsistent. On dusty courts, the grip suffers.
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Cushion of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.9 (ranks #304 of 399)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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9.0
January 9, 2026
The cushioning is super springy. Cushlon with a forefoot Zoom unit gives good shock absorption and noticeable pop.
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8.0
February 21, 2026
The cushioning is alright. Cushion 3.0 and a forefoot Zoom unit give a subtle bounce. Heel compression and impact protection are decent, and it's easy to jump in despite the heavier weight.
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8.0
January 28, 2026
The cushioning isn't bad. The top‑loaded forefoot Zoom gives a nice low ride and court feel. Impact protection is adequate but not outstanding.
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9.0
January 24, 2026
The cushioning is bouncy and fun to play in. The full-length Cushlon with a top-loaded Zoom gives good spring and forefoot pop. Impact protection is okay.
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8.5
January 20, 2026
The cushioning is snappy because of the forefoot Zoom. It's bouncy yet stable with a decent court feel. Not ultra plush but responsive for quick, explosive steps.
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5.0
April 5, 2026
Nike moved the Zoom from the heel to the forefoot. I hate that change. If you like a forefoot-top-loaded Zoom, you'll enjoy it, but I preferred the Book 1 heel setup.
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Materials of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 6.0 (ranks #397 of 399)
User Materials Rating: NA
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8.0
January 9, 2026
The materials feel premium and comfortable on foot. The thick suede-like upper traps heat and makes the shoe heavy.
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5.0
February 21, 2026
The upper material kind of sucks. The synthetic leather is stiff and digs into the ankle. There's almost zero flexibility and poor breathability in this colorway.
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6.0
January 28, 2026
The moulded upper is extremely stiff and creases across the forefoot. Ventilation is poor, and the shoe is hot. It breaks in some but remains uncomfortable.
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5.0
January 24, 2026
The materials are very stiff and don't break in. They feel almost suede-like and crease into my foot. It remained uncomfortable, even after heavy use.
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7.0
January 20, 2026
The materials feel stiff and rigid out of the box. The moulded upper is thick with no ventilation and takes a long time to break in.
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5.0
April 5, 2026
The materials are much stiffer and take ages to break in. They pinch and feel uncomfortable in the midfoot. Get mesh colorways for a softer feel.
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Support of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Support Rating: 8.3 (ranks #229 of 399)
User Support Rating: NA
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10.0
January 9, 2026
Support is excellent. The large flange and full-length, flat outsole provide strong lateral stability and great containment with no heel slippage.
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8.0
February 21, 2026
Support is decent, but the upper feels stiff.
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8.0
January 28, 2026
Support is strong. The upper and stiff heel counter keep your foot well contained, although the lockdown suffered from heel slippage as laces loosened.
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8.0
January 24, 2026
Support is solid. The stiff upper and shank provide good lateral stability. There's a real outrigger to prevent rollovers. I had minor heel slippage in one shoe.
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8.0
January 20, 2026
The support is stable thanks to a wide base and midfoot webbing. Lockdown is solid when laced, but the top lace insert causes painful digging and pinching.
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8.0
April 5, 2026
Support is strong. The shoe is stiff, with a wide outrigger, a top-loaded shank, and a heel counter. Lockdown is good.
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Fit of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.2 (ranks #379 of 399)
User Fit Rating: NA
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7.0
January 9, 2026
The fit is very swooped and narrow. The uppers break in to form a one-to-one containment, but the initial break-in is stiff and can cramp wider feet.
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8.0
February 21, 2026
The fit feels pretty good. The padding isn't as plush as the last model. There was no pinching, and it sits comfortably on my feet.
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8.0
January 28, 2026
The shoe fits snug with a low‑volume toe box. It's very tight in the toe and unforgiving.
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6.0
January 24, 2026
The fit is narrow and feels cramped. The stiff upper doesn't conform, and the sides crease into my foot. I had dead space in the toe box and pinching around the ankle.
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7.0
January 20, 2026
The fit is roomy in the toe box, and the high moulded upper creates dead space. The top lace inserts dig and pinch around the ankles when laced to the top.
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7.0
April 5, 2026
Lace cables and padding hold your foot tightly, and I didn't experience heel slip. The midfoot is a bit narrow and can pinch wider feet.
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Durability of the Nike Book 2:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Nike Book 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 33.3 (ranks #205 of 399)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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good
February 21, 2026
The outsole feels firm, so I'm not concerned about its durability.
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January 28, 2026
I wouldn't recommend it for outdoor use. The rubber is too soft, and the durability looks poor.
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April 5, 2026
Not durable enough for outdoor use. Solid rubber outsoles fare better. Translucent outsoles wear down quickly.
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Width of the Nike Book 2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
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very wide
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very narrow
January 9, 2026
The shoe is very narrow and has a swooped toe. Players with wide feet will likely cramp and may want to size up.
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slightly narrow
January 28, 2026
The width is slightly narrow in the toe box. It feels typical for Nike hoop shoes.
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slightly narrow
January 24, 2026
The Book 2 runs narrow. It felt cramped for my slightly wide feet.
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slightly wide
January 20, 2026
It is a bit roomy due to the shape of the upper and has a lot of space in the toe box.
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slightly narrow
April 5, 2026
The midfoot is a bit narrow and can pinch wider feet.
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Size of the Nike Book 2:
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slightly small
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true to size
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slightly long
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very long
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true to size
January 9, 2026
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size. Mediums can go up half a size for more room.
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true to size
February 21, 2026
I went true to size for my pair, and it fits me pretty well. I say go true to size or get your usual Nike size.
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true to size
January 28, 2026
I went true to my Nike size, and it fits snug. Go true to size, but consider going up half a size if you prefer a looser fit.
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½ size small
January 24, 2026
If you have slightly wide feet, go up a half size. Narrow and normal footers can go true to size.
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true to size
January 20, 2026
The shoe runs true to size.
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true to size
April 5, 2026
They run true to size. If you have wide feet, consider going up half a size.
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