Our verdict

The nike tekno LeBron NXXT Gen is a badass shoe, we just have to be very clear on this. As a lightened version of the LeBron 20, it fuses LeBron's famous impact protection with an excellent ground feel which results in more solid control over footwork. We highly recommend getting this shoe if you plan to get aggressive on the court.

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  • A fine balance of court feel and impact protection
  • Effective foot containment
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  • Quality materials
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Audience verdict

87
Great!

Who should buy

In addition to Lebron James' fans, we think that this signature shoe from Nike is perfect for players who:

  • want a quick, responsive, and light hoop shoe
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  • sacai Maglione a coste Verde

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Who should NOT buy

Unexpectedly for a Lebron shoe, the NXXT Gen has a snug one-to-one fit. Wide footers are going to be better off with the nike tekno LeBron Witness 7 instead.

Even though it is a step-down version of the Lebron 20 and is £40 cheaper, it still remains among the priciest options on the market. If price is a deal-breaker for you, check out Kevin Durant's signature shoe, the KD 15.

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Cushioning

For those who need to use custom orthotics with the shoe, the NXXT GEN has a removable insole.

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The amount of cushioning in the NXXT GEN is exactly the same as in the Lebron 20. Using a calliper, we measured its heel stack height at 26.9 mm.

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The shoe also features the exact same Zoom Air units as its older sibling. This gives a green light to those hard landings and heel-dominant strikes.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 26.9 mm
Average 29.1 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
23.2 mm
Heel stack
38.4 mm

Forefoot stack

Measuring the forefoot stack height, we found its thickness to be the same 22 mm as in the Lebron 20. The large Zoom Air unit is still there, adding a sweet bounce to every jump.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 22.0 mm
Average 21.6 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
15.5 mm
Forefoot stack
26.8 mm

Drop

The heel-to-toe differential in the NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th turns out to be 4.9 mm. This is lower than the average 7 mm of our lab-tested basketball shoes.

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Placing the foot more parallel to the ground results in a more grounded experience. We are happy with the fine balance of cushioning and ground feel that the NXXT provides. It follows in the footsteps of the Lebron 20 in that regard.

As you can see from the photo below, the cushioning setups are pretty much identical in these two shoes.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 4.9 mm
Average 7.5 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
3.9 mm
Drop
13.7 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

While those Zoom Air units do an amazing job of adding spring to the feet, the carrying foam remains on the firm side.

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nike tekno m nsw te wvn rpl insl hd jkt Midsole softness

But we aren't here to complain about that! This is what makes the shoe so grounded and stable. We actually think that this is one of the best setups for balancing impact protection and court feel.

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 30.6 HA
Average 25.1 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
11.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
38.6 HA

Insole thickness

A padded insole complements the shoe's primary cushioning. Measuring it with a calliper, we found that at 3.6 mm it is a little thinner than average.

nike tekno m nsw te wvn rpl insl hd jkt Insole thickness
Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 3.6 mm
Average 4.8 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
0.0 mm
Insole thickness
8.6 mm

Size and fit

Size

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1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 71 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

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At 98.9 mm in the widest part of the toebox, the shoe turns out to be a little narrower than average.

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For our medium-width feet, the NXXT GEN feels rather snug and precise. There is not much breathing room so if you need more space, it's better to go half-size up.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 98.9 mm
Average 101.6 mm
Compared to 65 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
92.6 mm
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109.2 mm

Toebox width - big toe

This LeBron shoe also tapers a bit more than the other basketball shoes we've measured. With a width of 74.9 mm around the big toe, the NXXT GEN is narrower than the average by a few millimetres.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 74.9 mm
Average 76.9 mm
Compared to 59 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
71.2 mm
Toebox width - big toe
85.1 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

For a s compared to the original Lebron 20, it retains a solid level of support and stability.

From the stiff shank in the midfoot to the firm hold of the upper materials, our feet felt safely contained inside the NXXT GEN.

Torsional rigidity

The stiff midfoot shank is very helpful in stabilising the foot for force multi-directional movements. Having twisted the shoe sideways in our manual test, we rated its torsional rigidity as 4 out of 5. Nearly the stiffest in our range!

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 4
Average 4.4
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
1
Torsional rigidity
5

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Our heels and ankles felt securely contained inside the NXXT GEN.

On a 1-5 scale where 5 is the stiffest, we rated its heel counter stiffness as 3. This is a little less rigid than the average but solid enough for a proper hold.

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 3
Average 3.7
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
1
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5

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The NXXT GEN doesn't have as wide an outrigger as the Lebron 20. Measuring the widest part of the forefoot with a calliper (107.9 mm), we found that it is a few millimetres narrower than the original.

But in our opinion, this is a rather small sacrifice to make if you want to experience the lightest Lebron shoe in the series. It is in no way detrimental to the shoe's stability.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 107.9 mm
Average 114.9 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
106.2 mm
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124.5 mm

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To reassure you of the shoe's ample stability, the widest part of its heel (90.3 mm) is still the same as the average.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 90.3 mm
Average 90.1 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
80.0 mm
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105.1 mm

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The nike tekno m nsw te wvn rpl insl hd jkt finds a way to be flexible despite the shank and the Zoom Air unit embedded into its sole.

We used a gauge to measure how much force it takes to bend the shoe to a 90-degree angle. Turns out, only 32.4N! This is 30% less than it takes on average.

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 32.4N
Average 38.8N
We use an average of four tests. The video shows one of those tests.
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
17.6N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
62.2N

Weight

Neymar nike tekno Shox TL Black Gold have earned a reputation for being heavy. But the nike tekno LeBron NXXT GEN breaks away from that. At 13.1 oz (372 g), it is a lot lighter than the average for LeBron shoes (14.3 oz or 406g).

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It also turns out to be lighter than our lab-tested hoop shoes on average (13.7 oz or 387g). 

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 13.12 oz (372g)
Average 13.79 oz (391g)
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
11.29 oz (320g)
Weight
17.46 oz (495g)

Breathability

The NXXT GEN is a toasty one. With its sturdy upper materials, the shoe doesn't allow heat to escape from the interiors. Having pumped smoke through its upper, we saw only a little streak coming out on the other side. Thus, the shoe gets as little as 2 out of 5 for breathability.

Looking at the upper material through our microscope, there is not even a slight hint of perforations.

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From the inside, the upper is also reinforced with foam padding and neoprene-ish lining, leaving no "breathing room" either.

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There is a small ventilation spot on the inner side of the upper though. It can be seen in our transparency test below. This little window is not covered by the in-shoe padding allowing mesh to do its job.

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 2
Average 2.6
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

The shoe's upper material has an average level of durability for a basketball shoe.

After a 12-second encounter with our Dremel at the speed of 10K RPM, the shoe's toebox got only moderately damaged. We didn't get to a see-through hole and the shoe remained wearable.

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You can also see a suede piece embracing the toebox upfront. That really helps to protect the upper mesh from the aggressive toe drags.

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 3
Average 3.8
Compared to 64 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
1
Toebox durability
5

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The heel padding of the NXXT GEN also showed off its wear resistance. This delicate part of the shoe performed a little better than most hoop shoes in our lab.

After 4 seconds of drilling it with a Dremel, the tear was not detrimental to the shoe's overall performance and comfort, earning a rating of 3 out of 5.

Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 3
Average 3.6
Compared to 61 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
1
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5

Outsole hardness

Assessing the shoe's rubber outsole, we found its durability to be quite promising too.

First, we pressed a durometer against the rubber to measure its hardness. With a reading of 84.5 HC, it turns out to be harder than average. That translates to a higher chance of longer shelf life.

nike tekno m nsw te wvn rpl insl hd jkt Outsole hardness
Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 84.5 HC
Average 81.5 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
61.3 HC
Outsole hardness
91.0 HC

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The tongue is very generously padded in the NXXT GEN shoe. We measured its thickness at 10.2 mm. It offers plenty of in-shoe comfort and guards the instep from lace pressure.

Outsole thickness

Measuring the shoe's outsole with a calliper, we found it to be of average thickness at 3.8 mm.

Combined with the hardness, this gives us a solid base for hundreds of hours on the court. We can even recommend the shoe for occasional outdoor use for that original.

nike tekno m nsw te wvn rpl insl hd jkt Outsole thickness
Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 3.8 mm
Average 4.0 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
2.9 mm
Outsole thickness
6.9 mm

Misc

Grip / Traction

Whether the court is clean or dirty, it doesn't make any difference to the mighty bite of this Lebron shoe. It requires minimal wiping and remains consistent on both indoor and outdoor courts.

Cute fact: The shoe's tread pattern replicates the map of Akron, OH. This is a nod to LeBron James' roots.

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Tongue padding

The tongue is very generously padded in the NXXT GEN shoe. We measured its thickness at 10.2 mm. It offers plenty of in-shoe comfort and guards the instep from lace pressure.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th 10.2 mm
Average 9.2 mm
Compared to 73 basketball shoes
Gs nike tekno Low Chicago Black Toe
1.3 mm
Tongue padding
15.9 mm

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A fully-gusseted tongue really enhances the lockdown capacities of this shoe. There was no sliding of the foot or the tongue even during the most shifty situations on the court.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th Both sides (full)

Heel tab

The shoe has a small finger loop at the back but it acts more as a decorative element. It comes with an "XX" embellishment to signify the shoe's relation to the LeBron XX (or 20).

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th Finger loop

Removable insole

For those who need to use custom orthotics with the shoe, the NXXT GEN has a removable insole.

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Test results
NBA x nike tekno Blazer Mid 75th Yes