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adidas · 2014
Rose 5
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4.0
By dimension
Cushioning feel
4.5
Court feel
1.5
Bounce
5.0
Stability
3.5
Traction
2.0
Fit
3.0
Analysis
Performance profile
Performance scores
Cushioning Feel
88 / 100 · Excellent
Court Feel
64 / 100 · Solid
Bounce
88 / 100 · Excellent
Stability
88 / 100 · Excellent
Traction
72 / 100 · Good
Fit
84 / 100 · Very Good
Cushioning Feel
88Excellent
Court Feel
64Solid
Bounce
88Excellent
Stability
88Excellent
Traction
72Good
Fit
84Very Good
Is it for you?
If you like the grippy traction that bites the floor both indoors and outdoors, and can live with a heavy ~390g build and a firm forefoot Boost that needs breaking in, then this shoe is for you.
the grippy traction that bites the floor both indoors and outdoors
a heavy ~390g build and a firm forefoot Boost that needs breaking in
Forefoot midsole tech
Boost forefoot
Heel midsole tech
Boost heel
Outsole tech
Rubber traction with directional pattern
Upper tech
Boost-era textile/synthetic upper with GEOFIT collar support
Cushioning feel
Plush and smooth
Court feel
Moderate
Bounce
Very good
Stability
Very good
Traction
Good
Fit
Secure padded fit
Pro reviews
Paraphrased highlights from sneaker reviewers — not verbatim quotes.
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Rose 5 (773 2020) is an undiscovered gem but has poor performance overall due to insufficient cushioning and design limitations, not recommended; Son of Chicago suggested as better alternative
Thin midsole with good ground feel and quick response, perfect for fast-paced play
Excellent traction with herringbone pattern that's durable and stable, strong ankle support with wide outsole and high sidewalls for anti-tipping
Insufficient cushioning, thin EVA midsole only suitable for guards under 60kg, causes foot shock for heavier players at 68kg
Outer midsole material not extended upward causes wear and slipping during lateral movements; mid-high cut design restricts ankle flexibility, unsuitable for guards
Elite guard shoe with extreme court feel and agility, ideal for lightweight perimeter players, but premium pricing and minor flaws in heel structure and forefoot lockdown detract from perfection
Ultra-low center of gravity with excellent court feel, high forefoot flex, smooth lateral transitions, outstanding lateral movement performance
Excellent shoe-foot integration, strong comfort, wide foot type compatibility, lightweight and agile feel without break-in period
Heel outer-side cushioning still needs refinement, excessive quick rebound, uncomfortable at large heel-strike angles
First lace hole has limited adjustment range causing lace slippage, loose forefoot wrapping, ultra-thin midsole limits cushioning limits
The 361° Big 3 Quick 4.5 is a well-balanced practical basketball shoe that excels in comfort, traction, and lightweight design, making it ideal for guards and forwards with strong launch-day value proposition
The engineered mesh upper with zone heat-pressing technology and flexible mesh material provides excellent accommodation for wide feet and high insteps without compression issues
Full-length Wing Blade cushioning foam midsole with arch support and external TPU reinforcement delivers balanced soft-elastic feel, superior traction, and versatile performance for guards and forwards
The inner length runs slightly long; players with narrow feet should consider sizing down
The feel and anti-twist performance are based on testing with a 75kg player; significant weight differences may result in noticeable variations in feel
Rose 5 (773 2020) is an undiscovered gem but has poor performance overall due to insufficient cushioning and design limitations, not recommended; Son of Chicago suggested as better alternative
Thin midsole with good ground feel and quick response, perfect for fast-paced play
Excellent traction with herringbone pattern that's durable and stable, strong ankle support with wide outsole and high sidewalls for anti-tipping
Insufficient cushioning, thin EVA midsole only suitable for guards under 60kg, causes foot shock for heavier players at 68kg
Outer midsole material not extended upward causes wear and slipping during lateral movements; mid-high cut design restricts ankle flexibility, unsuitable for guards
Elite guard shoe with extreme court feel and agility, ideal for lightweight perimeter players, but premium pricing and minor flaws in heel structure and forefoot lockdown detract from perfection
Ultra-low center of gravity with excellent court feel, high forefoot flex, smooth lateral transitions, outstanding lateral movement performance
Excellent shoe-foot integration, strong comfort, wide foot type compatibility, lightweight and agile feel without break-in period
Heel outer-side cushioning still needs refinement, excessive quick rebound, uncomfortable at large heel-strike angles
First lace hole has limited adjustment range causing lace slippage, loose forefoot wrapping, ultra-thin midsole limits cushioning limits
The 361° Big 3 Quick 4.5 is a well-balanced practical basketball shoe that excels in comfort, traction, and lightweight design, making it ideal for guards and forwards with strong launch-day value proposition
The engineered mesh upper with zone heat-pressing technology and flexible mesh material provides excellent accommodation for wide feet and high insteps without compression issues
Full-length Wing Blade cushioning foam midsole with arch support and external TPU reinforcement delivers balanced soft-elastic feel, superior traction, and versatile performance for guards and forwards
The inner length runs slightly long; players with narrow feet should consider sizing down
The feel and anti-twist performance are based on testing with a 75kg player; significant weight differences may result in noticeable variations in feel
Released in 2014, Rose 5 arrived in the Rose line when adidas shifted to Boost and tried to turn the signature into a more comfortable star shoe. The design intent centered on giving Derrick Rose more impact protection and comfort without fully losing the line's support DNA. Notable versions or talking points included the dramatic move from speed-first adiPRENE models to full Boost underfoot. In community memory, the shoe is usually remembered for its comfortable cushioning and better support than some other early Boost basketball shoes. It also helps mark a specific turning point inside that line, because the shoe shows what the brand prioritized at that moment rather than simply copying the previous release.
