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Nike · 2018
PG 2
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3.0
By dimension
Cushioning feel
3.0
Court feel
4.0
Bounce
3.0
Stability
3.0
Traction
4.5
Fit
3.5
Analysis
Performance profile
Performance scores
Cushioning Feel
74 / 100 · Good
Court Feel
82 / 100 · Very Good
Bounce
58 / 100 · Solid
Stability
74 / 100 · Good
Traction
88 / 100 · Excellent
Fit
87 / 100 · Excellent
Cushioning Feel
74Good
Court Feel
82Very Good
Bounce
58Solid
Stability
74Good
Traction
88Excellent
Fit
87Excellent
Is it for you?
If you like the aggressive, wide-spaced multidirectional traction that resists clogging, and can live with the long break-in and the lace pressure biting across the instep, then this shoe is for you.
the aggressive, wide-spaced multidirectional traction that resists clogging
the long break-in and the lace pressure biting across the instep
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WearTesters
PG2 is a comprehensive evolution of PG1 with major improvements in cushioning and traction, ideal for indoor basketball players, but outdoor ballers should reconsider
Traction is noticeably improved over PG1 with soft and aggressive rubber pattern, exceptional indoor court performance
Cushioning system significantly upgraded with 10mm thick Zoom Air unit spanning entire midsole thickness, providing smooth butter-like transition
Soft rubber sole is not suitable for outdoor courts and may wear quickly
Adaptive fit bands at lace collar require a short break-in period despite being minor issue
PG 2 delivers significant performance and comfort improvements over PG 1, and while aesthetics decline, the dynamic wing design and material upgrades compensate, making it an excellent basketball shoe overall
Improved traction compared to PG 1 with aggressive multi-directional pattern that prevents dust buildup easily, though not recommended for outdoor use
Material upgrades with thicker and more durable mesh upper, suede adds nice touch while keeping shoe lightweight, dynamic wing straps provide excellent support and lockdown on both medial and lateral sides
Aesthetic design looks more generic compared to PG 1, appears like a standard Nike basketball shoe at first glance before growing on you over time
Soft outsole material not suitable for outdoor play
PG2 is a comprehensive evolution of PG1 with major improvements in cushioning and traction, ideal for indoor basketball players, but outdoor ballers should reconsider
Traction is noticeably improved over PG1 with soft and aggressive rubber pattern, exceptional indoor court performance
Cushioning system significantly upgraded with 10mm thick Zoom Air unit spanning entire midsole thickness, providing smooth butter-like transition
Soft rubber sole is not suitable for outdoor courts and may wear quickly
Adaptive fit bands at lace collar require a short break-in period despite being minor issue
PG 2 delivers significant performance and comfort improvements over PG 1, and while aesthetics decline, the dynamic wing design and material upgrades compensate, making it an excellent basketball shoe overall
Improved traction compared to PG 1 with aggressive multi-directional pattern that prevents dust buildup easily, though not recommended for outdoor use
Material upgrades with thicker and more durable mesh upper, suede adds nice touch while keeping shoe lightweight, dynamic wing straps provide excellent support and lockdown on both medial and lateral sides
Aesthetic design looks more generic compared to PG 1, appears like a standard Nike basketball shoe at first glance before growing on you over time
Soft outsole material not suitable for outdoor play
PG 2 released in 2018 as the broader, more polished second step in the PG line. Nike built it around keeping versatility as the core idea while adding more comfort and stronger retail storytelling, 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 easy wearability and famous PlayStation collaboration pairs. 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 the PG line balanced performance credibility with real market appeal.
