Puma MB.03
Released 9/2023, Mid Top, LaMelo Ball,Â
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8.4
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
8.7
USER RATING
4 ratings
The Puma MB.03 offers a slightly plusher cushioning while keeping a consistent trend in the LaMelo lineup.
Best Suitable For:
This shoe is best for players who want a stable shoe with plenty of impact protection.
Category Performance Ratings:
Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
NA
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Puma MB.03 |  Nike KD 14 |  Adidas D.O.N Issue #4 |  Adidas Pro Model 2G |  New Balance Kawhi 3 |  Adidas Harden Volume 7 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.4 | 8.9(0.5) | 7.9(0.5) | 8.3(0.1) | 8.2(0.2) | 8.7(0.3) | |
| User Rating | 8.7 | 9.3(0.6) | 8.3(0.4) | 8.2(0.5) | 8.4(0.3) | 8.8(0.1) | |
| Best Price | $139.99 | $149.99 | $28.97 $120 | $79.99 $100 | $159.99 | $128 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | |
| Weight | NA | 380g - 400g | 360g - 380g | 390g - 410g | NA | 450g - 460g |
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Puma MB.03 Review
Pros:
Plenty of impact protection
Impressive traction despite the dust pickup
Cons:
The upper is not breathable
Outsole picks up dust quickly
Performance of the Puma MB.03:
Puma continues to play it safe with LaMelo Ball's signature shoe line. The Puma MB.03 only slightly improves on the previous models.
Reviewers note the traction picks up dust quickly, but it doesn't affect the performance. The shoe is impressively grippy and reliable.
The cushioning sacrifices some court feel to provide additional impact protection. The setup feels plush but is somewhat dense.
The materials feel cheap, but it doesn't hinder performance. Breathability also isn't the best.
Support and lockdown are secure because of the sturdy materials and extra overlays.
The Puma MB.03 doesn't mess with the line much. Impact protection and traction performance are the main highlights.
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Expert Reviews of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Rating:Â 8.4Â (ranks #132 of 283)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
2
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.7
November 11, 2023
The Puma MB.03 has impressive traction and support. This iteration is similar to the previous two, and I enjoy playing in this shoe.
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8.6
September 28, 2023
The Puma MB.03 is my favourite performer in LaMelo's signature line. The fit feels great, the materials are improved, and the traction is elite.
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8.3
November 8, 2023
The Puma MB.03 is a stable and supportive sneaker. The cushioning is my favourite part, but I dislike the shoe's weight.
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8.2
September 28, 2023
Not much has changed with the Puma MB.03. The heel impact protection is slightly improved, while the other features remain solid.
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User Reviews of the Puma MB.03:
User Rating:Â 8.7Â (ranks #121 of 283)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.2
November 19, 2023
User didn't add a summary.
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9.0
Tuesday at 07:07 PM
User didn't add a summary.
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Traction of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Traction Rating:Â 8.8Â (ranks #103 of 283)
User Traction Rating:Â 8.8Â (ranks #133 of 283)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
November 11, 2023
It doesn't matter if you're on clean or dirty surfaces. This traction pattern will hold you down. Just make sure to wipe the dust.
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10.0
September 28, 2023
The traction performance is elite. The grip felt great, no matter the court surface.
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8.0
November 8, 2023
The traction picks up lots of dust, but if you wipe it, the performance is solid.
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8.0
September 28, 2023
Dust pickup is an issue. It doesn't slide out, and the performance is still solid, though.
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Cushion of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Cushion Rating:Â 8.1Â (ranks #187 of 283)
User Cushion Rating:Â 8.3Â (ranks #161 of 283)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
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7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.5
November 11, 2023
The cushioning is plush after you break it in. The foam sits high off the ground, so you lose some court feel.
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7.0
September 28, 2023
The Nitro foam setup is the same as the MB.02. Impact protection is a highlight, but there isn't much court feel.
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9.0
November 8, 2023
I love the Nitro foam cushioning. It feels great on foot.
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8.0
September 28, 2023
The cushioning is the same setup, but it feels slightly softer. The foam is better for impact protection than bounce.
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Materials of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Materials Rating:Â 8.3Â (ranks #105 of 283)
User Materials Rating:Â 8.5Â (ranks #107 of 283)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
3
8 - Good
5
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
November 11, 2023
The materials feel cheap, but I like how they perform. The setup is strong and durable.
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9.0
September 28, 2023
The materials are the main upgrade. The textile upper is soft and supportive. There's no break-in time, and I had no issues with upper flexibility.
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8.0
November 8, 2023
Materials are soft, and the step-in comfort is solid. The mesh isn't breathable because it's heavy-duty.
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8.0
September 28, 2023
The mesh upper feels similar to the previous versions.
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Support of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Support Rating:Â 8.5Â (ranks #124 of 283)
User Support Rating:Â 8.5Â (ranks #154 of 283)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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9.0
November 11, 2023
The heel counter and rubber outsole provide plenty of stability. The extra overlay materials also help keep you secure on the footbed.
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8.0
September 28, 2023
Everything is stable because of the fit. It's sturdy and rigid but lacks flexibility.
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8.0
November 8, 2023
I have no issues with heel lockdown or stability.
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9.0
September 28, 2023
Stability and support are better than most low-top shoes on the market.
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Fit of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Fit Rating:Â 8.7Â (ranks #61 of 283)
User Fit Rating:Â 8.3Â (ranks #185 of 283)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
2
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
November 11, 2023
The fit is 1-to-1. There's no extra room or volume. It feels snug.
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9.0
September 28, 2023
The 1-to-1 fit is another highlight of the shoe. There's zero dead space around the shoe.
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8.0
September 28, 2023
My true-to-size feels secure while not being too tight.
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Durability of the Puma MB.03:
User Durability Rating:Â 8.5Â (ranks #133 of 283)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the Puma MB.03:
Expert Outdoor Rating:Â 0.0Â (ranks #228 of 283)
User Outdoor Rating:Â 25.0Â (ranks #221 of 283)
Good (100%)
0
Fair (50%)
2
Bad (0%)
4
no
November 11, 2023
I wouldn't take these shoes outdoors.
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no
September 28, 2023
Durability is not the best.
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Width of the Puma MB.03:
very narrow
1
slightly narrow
2
regular
4
slightly wide
0
very wide
0
slightly narrow
November 11, 2023
The midfoot feels slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
September 28, 2023
The width is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
September 28, 2023
The width is average.
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Size of the Puma MB.03:
very small
0
slightly small
0
true to size
7
slightly long
0
very long
0
true to size
November 11, 2023
I went with my standard size 10.5.
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true to size
September 28, 2023
I recommend going with your regular basketball shoe size.
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true to size
September 28, 2023
The fit is true to size.
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