Puma MB.04
Released 10/2024, Mid Top, LaMelo Ball,
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Performance Ratings
7.9
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
8.6
USER RATING
2 ratings
Performance Summary
Puma's MB.04 is a solid performance shoe featuring a soft Nitrofoam midsole.
Pros
Comfortable midsole for impact protection
Upper materials feel comfortable during play
Cons
The outsole picks up dust quickly
Forefoot is not very breathable
Best Suitable For: The shoe is best for those who enjoy the comfortable midsole and upper materials from previous Puma MB shoes.
Category Performance Ratings
7.6
Traction
Thin, grippy multidirectional tread with sticky rubber. Strong bite on clean courts. Dust pickup causes inconsistent grip for some players.
8.1
Cushion
Nitrofoam midsole with nitro-infused pucks. Plush, impact-focused ride with good heel protection and less lively bounce.
7.8
Materials
Textile and synthetic rubber upper with reinforced padding. Comfortable and structured but can feel plasticky and run hot.
8.0
Support
Firm heel counter with TPU side plate and underfoot torsional support. Lockdown is secure but lateral sidewall support is mixed.
7.8
Fit
Snug, tapered fit with a narrow midfoot and secure lockdown. Wide or long feet may need a half size up.
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Outdoor
Thin, soft outsole rubber not suited for outdoors. Poor durability and quick wear make it ill-suited for outdoor play.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for most players. Consider a half size up if you have wide or long feet.
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Width
Fits narrow to regular widths best. Slightly narrow toe and midfoot may feel cramped for wide feet.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Puma MB.04 |  Nike GT Hustle 3 |  Nike G.T. Hustle 2 |  Adidas Harden Volume 10 |  Nike Sabrina 2 |  Nike Lebron Witness 8 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.9 | 8.4(0.5) | 8.1(0.2) | 8.6(0.7) | 8.5(0.6) | 7.7(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 8.6 | 8.7(0.1) | 8.7(0.1) | NA | 8.9(0.3) | 8.5(0.1) | |
| Best Price | $124.99 | $71.97 $190 | $91.97 $170 | $128 $160 | $93.97 $130 | $109.99 | |
| Type of Cut | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | |
| Weight | NA | 370g - 370g | 330g - 350g | NA | 340g - 340g | 370g - 380g |
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Expert Reviews of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Rating: 7.9 (ranks #320 of 385)
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8.5
November 26, 2024
The Puma MB.04 is the best-fitting shoe in LaMelo Ball's line. However, the rest of the performance feels like last year's model. I like the traction and support.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The Puma MB.04 is surprisingly nimble for a maximalist shoe. It feels slightly more stable and the grip plays well.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The Puma MB.04 is a solid shoe for the price. My main complaints are the bulk and the design. I like the traction and impact protection, though.
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7.4
November 14, 2024
Hopefully, Puma can improve next time because the MB.04 is an inconsistent performer. Dust heavily affects the traction, and the support is lacking.
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7.4
November 22, 2024
I'm unsure what direction Puma is taking the MB.04. It's comfortable and cozy, but the traction and fit could be better.
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User Reviews of the Puma MB.04:
User Rating: 8.6 (ranks #182 of 385)
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7.1
January 5, 2025
The Melos shoes are quite good, though the traction is not as effective as in previous models. The cushioning and support are satisfactory but not exceptional. Overall, the Melos are average shoes, yet they excel for playing.
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Traction of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.6 (ranks #340 of 385)
User Traction Rating: 7.0 (ranks #325 of 385)
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9.0
November 26, 2024
The traction performance is awesome, even on dirty floors.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The outsole tread feels like a clear upgrade. The thin tread offers a lot of grabbing power and grip.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The traction bites well on clean courts and performs surprisingly well on dust.
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6.0
November 14, 2024
The traction performance is meh. Dust pickup made the grip inconsistent.
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7.0
November 22, 2024
The traction does not perform well except on clean courts. It doesn't bite through dust at all.
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Cushion of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.1 (ranks #249 of 385)
User Cushion Rating: 9.0 (ranks #86 of 385)
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8.5
November 26, 2024
The nitro-infused pucks feel soft and comfortable. The cushioning is adequate for most. It feels similar to the other models in the line.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The midsole is better suited for shock absorption than bounciness.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The Nitrofoam midsole is comfortable, especially under the heel. I like the impact protection.
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8.0
November 14, 2024
The cushioning is not bad but it is not an improvement either.
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8.0
November 22, 2024
The midsole is too cushioned for my liking. It feels soft and comfortable but is too high off the ground for my preferences.
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Materials of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.8 (ranks #294 of 385)
User Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #227 of 385)
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7.0
November 26, 2024
The materials run hot, and the upper feels cheap and plasticky.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The upper has a lot of foxing and reinforcement. The extra padding makes the shoe feel comfortable. Beware of moisture retention.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The upper is a textile material mixed with a fuse. It feels durable and gets the job done.
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8.0
November 14, 2024
The material conforms to your movement well. It's more comfortable than previous models.
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8.0
November 22, 2024
Puma's upper combines textile and synthetic rubber. It feels nice; I like it. The upper feels supportive and structured.
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Support of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #276 of 385)
User Support Rating: 9.0 (ranks #68 of 385)
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9.0
November 26, 2024
The heel counter and TPU plate on the side of the shoe feel rigid and supportive, and the underfoot torsional support also feels awesome.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The lockdown is incredibly comfortable. I also didn't feel unstable.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
I didn't have any issues with support or lockdown. I felt planted during side-to-side movements too.
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7.0
November 14, 2024
The lateral stability is not the best, and the side walls are not supportive enough. However, the midsole feels contained.
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8.0
November 22, 2024
The support and lockdown feel good. I was secure and supported through all lateral movements.
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Fit of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.8 (ranks #321 of 385)
User Fit Rating: 8.5 (ranks #189 of 385)
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9.0
November 26, 2024
The MB.04 is very snug on feet. It's tapered and almost 1-to-1. I felt like I was in a straightjacket.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The shoe is more C-shaped than others, but the fit is incredibly forgiving.
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8.0
October 11, 2024
The fit feels comfortable and snug. I didn't experience much dead space. The shoe almost feels like a puffer coat.
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8.0
November 14, 2024
The fit feels narrow around the midfoot, but it is manageable.
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6.0
November 22, 2024
The fit is terrible for me. The shoe feels shorter. My toes are too close to the edge of the shoe, and the toe box is too snug.
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Durability of the Puma MB.04:
User Durability Rating: 7.5 (ranks #296 of 385)
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Outdoor of the Puma MB.04:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #325 of 385)
User Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #187 of 385)
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November 26, 2024
I would not take this pair outdoors.
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October 11, 2024
The tread is too thin for outdoor play.
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November 22, 2024
The rubber is too soft and thin for outdoor use.
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Width of the Puma MB.04:
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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slightly narrow
November 26, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
October 11, 2024
2E feet can go true to size.
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regularly wide
October 11, 2024
The width is decently accommodating.
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slightly narrow
November 14, 2024
The shoe is slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
November 22, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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Size of the Puma MB.04:
very small
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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
November 26, 2024
I stuck with my true size.
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true to size
October 11, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
October 11, 2024
I recommend going true to size.
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true to size
November 14, 2024
I went true to size.
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½ size small
November 22, 2024
I recommend going up half a size.
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