Puma MB.05
Released 9/2025, Low Top, LaMelo Ball,
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8.2
EXPERT RATING
3 reviews
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The Puma MB.05 could be LaMelo's best signature shoe thanks to the improved cushioning.
Best Suitable For:
The shoe is best for fans of previous models who might want more cushioning.
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $129.99
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Weight & Sizing:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Puma MB.05 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Under Armour Curry Series 7 |  Nike Lebron 20 |  Under Armour Curry 11 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.2 | 8.9(0.7) | 8.9(0.7) | 8.5(0.3) | 8.8(0.6) | 8.7(0.5) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.2 | 9.5 | NA | 9.2 | 8.7 | |
| Best Price | $114.99 $130 | $149 | $225 | $159.99 | $210 | $64.97 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | NA | 390g - 410g | 340g - 340g |
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Puma MB.05 Review
Pros:
Cushioning is improved
Fit is comfortable
Cons:
Straps are not very functional
Thin materials
Performance of the Puma MB.05:
The Puma MB.05 could be LaMelo Ball's best signature shoe yet.
The traction performance is good, particularly on clean courts. Make sure to wipe when playing on dustier courts.
Puma uses Nitro foam again, but this version feels better. The midsole is softer and more plush.
Reviewers agree the materials are comfortable and get the job done, but they do feel thin and cheap. The straps also don't provide much functionality.
Despite the straps not providing much support, the shoe is still supportive.
There were no fit-related issues either.
Most features remain similar to previous models in the MB line. It's the improved cushioning that makes the Puma MB.05 one of the best.
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Expert Reviews of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Rating: 8.2 (ranks #235 of 366)
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8.4
October 19, 2025
The Puma MB.05 is a decent shoe for the price. The traction feels good, and it might be LaMelo Ball's best shoe so far.
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8.2
October 19, 2025
I'm happy with the performance of the Puma MB.05. The cushioning is more comfortable and responsive, especially compared to the previous shoes in the line.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised by the MB. 05's performance. The cushioning is much better.
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User Reviews of the Puma MB.05:
No user reviews so far
Traction of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.3 (ranks #231 of 366)
User Traction Rating: NA
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance is honestly pretty good. The performance holds up on dusty courts, too.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
You need to break in the traction, but it feels very nice once it's done. Make sure to wipe on dustier courts.
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7.0
October 19, 2025
The traction performance feels average.
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Cushion of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #205 of 366)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The Nitro foam midsole feels soft with decent impact protection. The comfort is there.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The forefoot feels soft and fluid. I like the compression under the heel, too. The cushioning grew on me for sure.
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9.0
October 19, 2025
Cushioning feels like a significant upgrade. It feels plush and comfortable.
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Materials of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.3 (ranks #120 of 366)
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9.0
October 19, 2025
The engineered mesh upper feels good to the touch. It does a great job performance-wise.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The upper materials are extremely thin and soft. I don't think it will be too durable. The straps also have only a minimal impact. However, I do like the comfort.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
All the materials feel fine. The breathability is okay, and the comfort feels good.
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Support of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #257 of 366)
User Support Rating: NA
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I had no issues with the support and lockdown. My heel was perfectly locked in.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
I like the torsional support, and the rest of the lockdown is pretty good.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The straps don't serve much of a functional purpose, but the support is still solid.
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Fit of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #234 of 366)
User Fit Rating: NA
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels good. I didn't have any issues.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
This shoe fits me well. The materials are fairly forgiving, and I like how the toe box feels.
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8.0
October 19, 2025
The fit feels decent. I didn't have any issues.
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Durability of the Puma MB.05:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Puma MB.05:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #203 of 366)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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October 19, 2025
I don't think the outsole will be durable enough for outdoor courts.
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fair
October 19, 2025
Outdoor play should be fine.
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Width of the Puma MB.05:
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slightly narrow
October 19, 2025
The width is around normal, but is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
October 19, 2025
The width is average.
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Size of the Puma MB.05:
very small
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true to size
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slightly long
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true to size
October 19, 2025
I went true to size.
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½ size small
October 19, 2025
I went up half a size.
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true to size
October 19, 2025
Go true to size.
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