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Nike · 2017
Kyrie 4
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3.5
By dimension
Cushioning feel
2.5
Court feel
5.0
Bounce
2.5
Stability
2.5
Traction
5.0
Fit
3.5
Analysis
Performance profile
Performance scores
Cushioning Feel
66 / 100 · Good
Court Feel
98 / 100 · Elite
Bounce
58 / 100 · Solid
Stability
74 / 100 · Good
Traction
97 / 100 · Elite
Fit
84 / 100 · Very Good
Cushioning Feel
66Good
Court Feel
98Elite
Bounce
58Solid
Stability
74Good
Traction
97Elite
Fit
84Very Good
Is it for you?
If you like low-to-the-ground court feel that makes quick guard moves feel instant, and can live with traction loses bite in dust and needs frequent wiping, then this shoe is for you.
low-to-the-ground court feel that makes quick guard moves feel instant
traction loses bite in dust and needs frequent wiping
Forefoot midsole tech
forefoot Zoom Air
Heel midsole tech
heel foam carrier
Outsole tech
saw-blade traction pattern
Upper tech
mesh upper with stitched support panels
Cushioning feel
balanced-firm
Court feel
excellent
Bounce
moderate
Stability
good
Traction
excellent
Fit
secure, easy to trust
Pro reviews
Paraphrased highlights from sneaker reviewers — not verbatim quotes.
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Kyrie 4 is a stylish basketball shoe with excellent anti-rollover performance, better suited for heavier players, with careful size selection needed based on foot type
Woven upper with thermal pressing technology and anti-rollover design on both forefoot and heel provide good ankle support and durability
High aesthetic appeal suitable for both on-court and off-court wear, particularly well-suited for big-sized players
Full-length foam midsole plus max Air heel may feel too stiff for lighter players
Thick upper material may cause toe pinching for some wearers
Kyrie 4 gains market attention through innovative design and rich colorway options, though all-white versions and supply shortages may impact consumer experience
Unique design featuring stitched Nike check and velvet collar, with excellent visual appeal and quality materials
Diverse colorways available (March Madness, City of Gardens, Year of the Monkey, etc.), catering to different aesthetic preferences
All-white colorways are prone to getting dirty and difficult to style, which the reviewer personally dislikes
Limited stock for certain colorways makes adult sizes hard to find, restricting purchase options
Kyrie 4 is the most well-rounded model in the Kyrie line, combining full-length Cushlon cushioning, excellent traction, and engineered mesh upper to significantly outperform previous generations, particularly suited for forefoot-oriented players seeking low-profile responsiveness with adequate impact protection
Full-length Cushlon midsole provides superior comfort and smooth heel-to-forefoot transition compared to previous Kyrie models
Excellent traction performance with full-length herringbone multi-directional pattern that breaks in well and performs consistently
Initial break-in period with slightly slippery traction on lateral movements during first few days of wear
Heel Zoom Air unit offers limited benefit for forefoot-dominant players, and overall midsole thickness is thinner than Kobe 7
The Kyrie 4 Confetti is a visually stunning and deeply meaningful shoe with rich design details valuable for collectors, but the inconsistent traction performance across different court conditions limits its on-court reliability
Unique colorway design with multicolored confetti pattern on the sole that symbolizes the 2017 NBA Finals loss, creating strong storytelling and visual impact
Rich detailing with motivational phrases and Kyrie branding on the heel and tongue, expressing the desire for victory and the determination to remember defeat
Inconsistent traction performance with slippage issues on dusty courts, occasional sliding when stopping abruptly at high speed, best performance only on clean courts
Sole design flaws with both translucent and solid rubber sections experiencing traction problems, resulting in unstable performance consistency
Kyrie 4 gains market attention through innovative design and rich colorway options, though all-white versions and supply shortages may impact consumer experience
Unique design featuring stitched Nike check and velvet collar, with excellent visual appeal and quality materials
Diverse colorways available (March Madness, City of Gardens, Year of the Monkey, etc.), catering to different aesthetic preferences
All-white colorways are prone to getting dirty and difficult to style, which the reviewer personally dislikes
Limited stock for certain colorways makes adult sizes hard to find, restricting purchase options
Kyrie 4 is the most well-rounded model in the Kyrie line, combining full-length Cushlon cushioning, excellent traction, and engineered mesh upper to significantly outperform previous generations, particularly suited for forefoot-oriented players seeking low-profile responsiveness with adequate impact protection
Full-length Cushlon midsole provides superior comfort and smooth heel-to-forefoot transition compared to previous Kyrie models
Excellent traction performance with full-length herringbone multi-directional pattern that breaks in well and performs consistently
Initial break-in period with slightly slippery traction on lateral movements during first few days of wear
Heel Zoom Air unit offers limited benefit for forefoot-dominant players, and overall midsole thickness is thinner than Kobe 7
The Kyrie 4 Confetti is a visually stunning and deeply meaningful shoe with rich design details valuable for collectors, but the inconsistent traction performance across different court conditions limits its on-court reliability
Unique colorway design with multicolored confetti pattern on the sole that symbolizes the 2017 NBA Finals loss, creating strong storytelling and visual impact
Rich detailing with motivational phrases and Kyrie branding on the heel and tongue, expressing the desire for victory and the determination to remember defeat
Inconsistent traction performance with slippage issues on dusty courts, occasional sliding when stopping abruptly at high speed, best performance only on clean courts
Sole design flaws with both translucent and solid rubber sections experiencing traction problems, resulting in unstable performance consistency
Kyrie 4 released in 2017 as the model that many players consider the safest all-around Kyrie. Nike built it around a smoother ride and more forgiving upper without sacrificing the line's core identity, which says a lot about where the line and the player were at that moment. In community memory, the pair is usually discussed for its dependable traction, natural fit and easy recommendation status. That makes it important beyond simple specs: it captures a specific phase of Nike Basketball thinking about cushioning, containment, weight, durability and visual identity. Collectors still bring it up when later models move in a different direction, and performance-minded hoopers still use it as a reference point for how small comfort upgrades can widen a guard shoe's audience.
