Nike PG 6
Released 2/2022, Low Top, Paul George,
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8.4
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
9.1
USER RATING
83 ratings
Paul George's signature shoe line continues its consistent run.
Best Suitable For:
Best for players looking for a well-balanced performance shoe.
Price Comparison:
Available at 2 shops | Official Retail Price: $119.99
Category Performance Ratings:
Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
light
heavy
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
![]() Nike PG 6 | ![]() Under Armour Curry 8 | ![]() Air Jordan 36 Low | ![]() Nike KD 15 | ![]() Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro | ![]() Puma MB.01 Lo | Add shoe | |
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Expert Rating | 8.4 | 8.9(0.5) | 9.2(0.8) | 9.0(0.6) | 8.4(0.0) | 8.9(0.5) | |
User Rating | 9.1 | 9.0(0.1) | 9.2(0.1) | 9.3(0.2) | 9.5(0.4) | 8.7(0.4) | |
Best Price | $99.97 $120 | $160 | $78.97 $185 | $105.97 $150 | $149.99 | $89.99 $120 | |
Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
Weight | 380g - 390g | 320g - 340g | NA | 370g - 390g | NA | NA |
Nike PG 6 Review
Pros:
Grippy traction
Plenty of court feel
Cons:
Slightly narrow forefoot
No Air cushioning
Performance of the Nike PG 6:
Nike's latest entry in the Paul George signature shoe lineup continues to deliver on performance despite the cushioning changeup.
Similar to previous models, the traction bites hard. It grips like glue on clean courts and still performs on dustier courts.
The switch to a React foam midsole is the biggest change compared to last year's model. Reviewers agree that the cushion provides responsiveness and impact protection.
The materials on the shoe are breathable and comfortable.
Support is also not an issue due to the lacing setup and outsole construction.
Most reviewers had no issues recommending the Nike PG 6 because it suits many different playstyles.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Rating: 8.4 (ranks #127 of 252)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
3
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.8
March 22, 2022
The Nike PG 6 is a shoe I can easily recommend. I didn't have to worry about anything when playing in these. They're comfortable with excellent traction and materials.
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8.6
May 10, 2022
The Nike PG 6 is a must cop for the price. I consider this shoe an early contender for the best basketball shoe of 2022.
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8.5
April 28, 2022
I would recommend the Nike PG 6 for any player and any position, especially if you like a combination of response and comfort.
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8.4
February 28, 2022
The Nike PG 6 is the best of both maximalist and minimalist worlds. It offers quick vertical movements with its grippy traction. Just be mindful that the cushion can bottom out quickly.
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8.3
December 4, 2022
The Nike PG 6 is one of the best basketball shoes for value. The support is fantastic, the fit is impressive, and the traction is reliable.
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7.8
May 12, 2022
The cushion and traction of the Nike PG 6 excelled, but the materials let down the shoe. Overall, I still really enjoyed playing in these.
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User Reviews of the Nike PG 6:
User Rating: 9.1 (ranks #42 of 252)
10 - Amazing
21
9 - Great
56
8 - Good
6
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.8
March 31, 2023

There is a reason this is one of the most worn shoes by NBA players. It’s light on the foot, supportive, and the cushioning is great right out of the box. The retail price on these is impossible to beat. The two cons with this shoe are breathability and cushion durability. They run a little hot, especially outside on a warm day. If they accumulate moisture, they stay damp for a while. While the cushioning is fantastic, it does bottom out faster than shoes that pair react with zoom air units.
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9.6
March 21, 2023

've been wearing these shoes for 5 months and they are probably the best indoor basketball shoes to wear right now. The traction is perfect, even tho it picks up dust quickly. You won't have any issues if you play on a clean floor. The cushion feels really comfortable, especially in the forefoot. I went 1/2 a size up and feels really comfortable on the toes.I wouldn't recommend them for outdoor use because it picks up dust fast and the traction starts fading away. Overall great shoes.
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9.0
February 5, 2023

Pretty good, traction is insane right out of the box, cushion is really good for impact protection and responsiveness, I really like the materials, they are very lightweight and comfortable, the support is nothing special, but is not bad either, but is not a great option for outdoor play, I literally played only 10 minutos outdoor's with it and it already has some fraying, but overall a really good option for guards or even maybe a big who wants a lightweight shoe.
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8.6
April 24, 2023

The traction is great on clean court but I slipped a bit on dust. Cushion is very comfortable with lots of impact protection and fair court feel. I almost rolled my ankle multiple times. Good price for the performance. They held up outside pretty well for me. The shoes are nice but I think they’re overhyped.
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9.6
December 7, 2022

This shoe is great for anyone that is always on the move. The shoe has the best cushioning I've ever used. I thought I wouldn't like it as much since it didn't have zoom air or turbo in it, but I love the react. The shoe is very responsive and anyone on the court can wear these.
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Traction of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.1 (ranks #56 of 252)
User Traction Rating: 9.4 (ranks #37 of 252)
10 - Amazing
43
9 - Great
37
8 - Good
8
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
10.0
March 22, 2022
For the traction, the bite is amazing. It grips well on both clean and dusty courts.
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10.0
May 10, 2022
This traction pattern is insane. It surpassed my expectations. Dust does get stuck in the grooves sometimes, but nothing a wipe can't handle.
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9.0
April 28, 2022
This shoe has good traction. It stuck like glue to a clean court. It does pick up dust on dirty courts, but the performance is not affected.
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9.0
February 28, 2022
The traction grips incredibly well; it performs best on indoor courts.
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8.5
December 4, 2022
The traction performs very well indoors. The shoe has a hard bite, and I didn't have many issues.
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8.0
May 12, 2022
The traction performed as I expect traction to perform.
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Cushion of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.4 (ranks #132 of 252)
User Cushion Rating: 9.2 (ranks #48 of 252)
10 - Amazing
37
9 - Great
29
8 - Good
23
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
March 22, 2022
There is no Air in this year's cushioning for the PG shoe. Instead, we have React foam. It offers a good amount of court feel and impact protection.
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8.0
May 10, 2022
There is a full-length React midsole providing impact protection in the heel. It's more responsive in the forefoot at the sacrifice of some cushioning.
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9.0
April 28, 2022
The React foam is my favourite part of the shoe. The shoe feels comfortable but responsive at the same time.
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8.0
February 28, 2022
The shoe has a full-length React midsole that helps the shoe feel explosive, soft, and springy.
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8.5
December 4, 2022
I wasn't expecting much from the cushioning, but the React held up nicely. It's plush underfoot, and it offers plenty of spring back.
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9.0
May 12, 2022
The full-length React cushioning is cozy, bouncy, and responsive. It's my favourite part of the shoe.
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Materials of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.9 (ranks #191 of 252)
User Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #85 of 252)
10 - Amazing
18
9 - Great
32
8 - Good
30
7 - Average
9
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
March 22, 2022
The materials used on the PG 6 are the best in the entire PG lineup. The textile feels comfortable, and the tongue comes well padded.
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9.0
May 10, 2022
Textile materials make up a majority of the shoe. For the price, I can't complain. I would say the materials are the best in the PG lineup.
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8.0
April 28, 2022
The shoe has the perfect amount of padding. It provided solid lockdown and comfort.
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8.0
February 28, 2022
The uppers are plush, padded, and comfortable. The con is that the shoe isn't breathable.
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6.5
December 4, 2022
You get what you pay for with the materials. It's a lot of synthetics and textile mesh. The materials are comfortable but of low quality.
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7.0
May 12, 2022
The materials don't feel premium. It moves well and doesn't restrict your movement, but it doesn't feel high quality.
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Support of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Support Rating: 8.3 (ranks #150 of 252)
User Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #111 of 252)
10 - Amazing
12
9 - Great
40
8 - Good
34
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
9.0
March 22, 2022
I was good to go for lateral containment because of the outsole portion that wraps up. Lateral stability was also solid.
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8.0
May 10, 2022
I had zero issues with the support in this shoe. There was no heel slippage or side-to-side movement on the footbed.
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8.0
April 28, 2022
I had no issues whatsoever with support and lockdown.
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9.0
February 28, 2022
Despite the midsole profile being chunky, the shoe itself remains stable. The lacing system on the shoe is also one of my favourites on a shoe this year.
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9.0
December 4, 2022
The shoe's support will keep you secure if you crank the laces. The base is also stable, which helps with support.
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7.0
May 12, 2022
Overall, the support was pretty good.
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Fit of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.2 (ranks #158 of 252)
User Fit Rating: 9.1 (ranks #39 of 252)
10 - Amazing
33
9 - Great
34
8 - Good
18
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
0
8.0
March 22, 2022
There's some extra room, length-wise, at the front of the shoe, but not enough to make me want to go down half a size.
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8.0
May 10, 2022
The shoe is slightly long and narrow at the front of the shoe, but these weren't enough to affect performance.
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8.0
February 28, 2022
When I first put them on, they were constricting. However, the shoe does break in the more you play.
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9.0
December 4, 2022
I didn't have any issues with the fit. The materials break in quickly, and I enjoyed playing in this shoe.
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8.0
May 12, 2022
I really enjoyed the fit of the shoe because it was plush. The shoe really hugs the foot well.
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Durability of the Nike PG 6:
User Durability Rating: 8.6 (ranks #112 of 252)
10 - Amazing
20
9 - Great
16
8 - Good
16
7 - Average
12
6 - Subpar
1
5 - Poor
1
Outdoor of the Nike PG 6:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #207 of 252)
User Outdoor Rating: 46.2 (ranks #169 of 252)
Good (100%)
8
Fair (50%)
20
Bad (0%)
14
no
March 22, 2022
Durability does not seem like it's going to be good.
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no
February 28, 2022
The traction performs outdoors, but the rubber doesn't feel hard enough to hold up outdoors.
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no
December 4, 2022
I'm not sure I would take these shoes outdoors.
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Width of the Nike PG 6:
very narrow
0
slightly narrow
19
regular
54
slightly wide
12
very wide
2
slightly narrow
March 22, 2022
The width is slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
May 10, 2022
I would say they are slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
February 28, 2022
The shoe isn't as narrow as I thought they'd be, but they do taper in the forefoot area.
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regularly wide
December 4, 2022
Width didn't feel like an issue when I played in the shoe.
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Size of the Nike PG 6:
very small
0
slightly small
7
true to size
72
slightly long
9
very long
0
true to size
March 22, 2022
I went true to size, and the shoe fits me well.
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true to size
May 10, 2022
The shoe does run true to size.
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true to size
February 28, 2022
Go true to size if you have a narrow or medium-sized foot.
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true to size
December 4, 2022
Go true to size.
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true to size
May 12, 2022
I had no problems going true to size.
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