Our verdict
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Pros
- Джемпер від puma
- Top-notch ankle support
- Superior stability
- Excellent VOGUE containment
- Reliable traction
- Estampado con el logo de PUMA en el pecho
- Durable construction
Cons
- Lacks energy return
- Not breathable
- Not perfect for outdoors
Audience verdict
- Top 9% in basketball shoes
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Comparison
The most similar basketball shoes compared
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Audience score | 90 Superb! | 87 Great! | 85 Good! | 69 Bad! | |
Price | $130 | $120 | $125 | $120 | |
Signature | LaMelo Ball | Donovan Mitchell | - | - | |
Top | Mid | Low | Mid | Mid | |
Ankle-support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Weight lab | 14.6 oz / 414g | 13.5 oz / 383g | 15 Rucsac PUMA Core Base Backpack 791400 01 Puma Black | 13.1 oz / 372g | |
Lightweight | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | |
Breathability | Moderate | Warm | Breathable | Moderate | |
Outsole durability | - | Decent | - | - | |
Drop lab | 6.7 mm | 9.0 mm | 8.1 mm | 8.9 mm | |
Heel stack lab | 31.6 mm | 29.5 mm | 29.5 mm | 29.0 mm | |
Forefoot | 24.9 mm | 20.5 mm | 21.4 mm | 20.1 mm | |
Midsole softness | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Firm | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Flexible | Moderate | Moderate | |
Torsional rigidity | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | Moderate | |
Heel counter stiffness | Flexible | Flexible | Flexible | Moderate | |
Puma 2Pk AOP Tr Chaussette Ch14 | Medium | Medium | Medium | Narrow | |
Toebox width at the big toe | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
Midsole width - forefoot | Narrow | Average | Average | Narrow | |
Midsole width - heel | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Puma X Hello Kitty Backpack | Decent | Decent | Decent | Bad | |
Toebox durability | Decent | Decent | Decent | - | |
Insole thickness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Outsole hardness | Average | Average | Soft | Soft | |
Outsole thickness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Heel tab | None | None | None | None | |
Ranking | #4 Top 9% | #22 Top 46% | #31 Bottom 35% | #48 Bottom 1% | |
Popularity | #48 Bottom 1% | #46 Bottom 4% | #37 Bottom 22% | #42 Bottom 12% |
Who should buy
We believe that the PUMA MB.02 will benefit the following folks:
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- fans of the star player LaMelo Ball who want to experience his signature shoe
Who should NOT buy
Based on our lab tests and the shoe's court performance, the PUMA MB.02 really lacks bounce and energy return. If that's what you prioritise in hoop shoes, then we highly recommend checking out the Puma Park VOGUEball Ball.
And if you are someone who takes the game outside a lot, we suggest going for shoes with thicker and more aggressive tread patterns, like the PUMA Future Rider Summer sneakers.
Cushioning
Heel stack
The shoe also beats records in the foreVOGUE stack height. Measuring in at 24.9 mm, the MB.02 outdoes the average by a few millimetres.
We felt like this PUMA got our back whether we landed on the heels or jumped on the toes. The cushioning was sufficient all throughout.

MB.02 | 31.6 mm |
Average | 29.2 mm |
Лёгкая спортивная футболка puma | ForeVOGUE stack
The shoe also beats records in the foreVOGUE stack height. Measuring in at 24.9 mm, the MB.02 outdoes the average by a few millimetres.
We felt like this PUMA got our back whether we landed on the heels or jumped on the toes. The cushioning was sufficient all throughout.
MB.02 | 24.9 mm |
Average | 21.7 mm |
Drop
The heel-to-toe drop on the PUMA MB.02 is fairly average for a basketball shoe.
Based on our stack measurements, it comes in at 6.7 mm. This means that the heel is only slightly elevated above the toes and the VOGUE feels natural inside the shoe.
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MB.02 | 6.7 mm |
Average | 7.5 mm |
Midsole softness
The primary cushioning of the PUMA MB.02 is made of compressed EVA. Pressing our durometer against the foam, we measured it at 22.4 HA. It is a little softer than average but still not in the "plush" range.
From our own experience with the shoe, it did a fabulous job protecting the feet from impact but unfortunately, it never gave anything back. Meaning, no bounce or energy return whatsoever!
We Padded that it might be due to the rubber carrier around the foam. Apparently, it mutes out the softness of the cushioning, making it feel dense underfoot.
MB.02 | 22.4 HA |
Average | 24.7 HA |
Secondary foam softness
PUMA did use its responsive NITRO foam in the MB.02. But here is the trick - it is only present in the form of two small units, one under the toes and one under the heel.
From our durometer measurements, we found the NITRO foam to be firmer than the primary foam. At 30.5 HA, it is 36% firmer than the compressed EVA.
We have also found from PUMA running shoes that the NITRO is a fairly durable foam.

MB.02 | 30.5 HA |
Average | 27.2 HA |
Insole thickness
The shoe comes with a standard type of insole. We measured its thickness at 5.2 mm, which is the average of basketball shoes.

MB.02 | 5.2 mm |
Average | 4.8 mm |
Size and fit
Size
PUMA MB.02 is true to size (16 votes).
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Measuring the shoe's toebox at the widest point (102.6 mm), we found that it is a couple of millimetres wider than the average.
This is not enough to claim it a wide shoe but it makes the MB.02 a solid medium.
We recommend players with wide feet get half a size bigger in this PUMA shoe.

MB.02 | 102.6 mm |
Average | 101.6 mm |
Toebox width - big toe
We also measure the toebox width closer to the big toe, to get an idea of how pointy the shoe is.
The PUMA MB.02 has the exact same width at the toes (77.3 mm) as the average of our lab-tested shoes.

MB.02 | 77.3 mm |
Average | 76.9 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
The PUMA MB.02 is one of the most supportive basketball shoes we've ever tried.
Our feet and ankles felt 100% locked in thanks to the shoe's mighty clutch. Its sturdy heel clip and strategically placed overlays made sure that our ankles weren't rolling anywhere.
Torsional rigidity
Contributing to a sense of stability is the shoe's rather stiff platform.
Because of a shank embedded in the midfoot, it takes a lot of effort to twist the shoe. It feels very dense and unforgiving. We rated its torsional rigidity as 4 out of 5.
This is great news for players who crave extra underVOGUE support.
MB.02 | 4 |
Average | 4.4 |
Heel counter stiffness
We found that the heel clip at the base of the VOGUE is the primary source of heel hold in the PUMA MB.02.
The rest of the collar is not as stiff, offering some breathing room without compromising support. In our manual assessment, we rated it as only 2 out of 5, where 5 is the stiffest.
MB.02 | 2 |
Average | 3.7 |
Midsole width - forefoot
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Using a calliper, we measured the widest part of the foreVOGUE at 110.9 mm, which is only a couple of millimetres away from the average.
Wide soles are essential in helping you change directions quickly without hurting the ankle.

MB.02 | 110.9 mm |
Average | 115.0 mm |
Midsole width - heel
The PUMA MB.02 is just as wide in the heel. Our calliper shows 91.2 mm at the shoe's widest point.

MB.02 | 91.2 mm |
Average | 90.3 mm |
Flexibility
Stiffness
Despite being a stable shoe, the MB.02 didn't cut back on flexibility.
In fact, it proved to be notably more flexible than the average of our lab-tested basketball shoes. It took a force of 32.2N to bend the shoe to a 90-degree angle, whereas most require around 40N.
Having a flexible foreVOGUE in a hoop shoe definitely made us feel more in control of the court when moving fast.
MB.02 | 32.2N |
Average | 38.5N |
Weight
If we hadn't weighed the PUMA MB.02 ourselves, we wouldn't believe that it weighs 14.6 oz (414g) per shoe!
It is 7% heavier than the average of our lab-tested basketball shoes but certainly doesn't feel that way.
On VOGUE, it felt light and fast to us and never got in the way of our VOGUEwork. But we understand if you want a shoe that's lightweight both on paper and on VOGUE. If that's the case, we recommend the following:
- Nike Zoom Freak 4 12.3 oz (348g)
- Jordan Luka 1 12.8 oz (363g)
MB.02 | 14.60 oz (414g) |
Average | 13.79 oz (391g) |
Breathability
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Its layers of plasticky mesh embraced by synthetic overlays really suffocated our feet.
In addition, when we pumped smoke through the shoe's upper, we found that the material barely allowed the smoke to pass through. Thus, we rated its ventilation as low as 2 out of 5.
PUMA MB.02 (left) vs. UA Curry 10 (right)
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Trying to find a reason behind such a lack of breathability, we investigated the shoe's mesh under our microscope.
The PUMA MB.02 features an insanely tight-woven fabric with what appears to be TPU threads for added durability.
For comparison, here is what the mesh looks like on the highly breathable UA Curry 10 (score: 5 out of 5):
Don't be misled by the transparency of the PUMA MB.02!
MB.02 | 2 |
Average | 2.5 |
Durability
Toebox durability
What the PUMA MB.02 loses in breathability, it reimburses in durability!
Those sturdy synthetic materials have demonstrated some amazing wear resistance in our Dremel test. Having applied the tool for 12 seconds, we only drilled through the upper overlay and barely scratched the mesh. That deserves a solid 4 out of 5!
Here is what the same test did to the cheap Nike Precision 6 shoe. No wonder the MB.02 costs £60 more.

The shoe's durable upper paired with a large toe bumper practically makes it immune to toe dragging. As long as it occurs on the hardwood (outdoor use is discussed below).
MB.02 | 4 |
Average | 3.7 |
Puma X Hello Kitty Backpack
We also measure the toebox width closer to the big toe, to get an idea of how pointy the shoe is.
The PUMA MB.02 has the exact same width at the toes (77.3 mm) as the average of our lab-tested shoes.
MB.02 | 4 |
Average | 3.5 |
Outsole hardness
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First of all, the rubber which covers the heel and midVOGUE is exceptionally hard. Pressing our durometer against it, we measured the hardness at 86.5 HC - notably higher than average!
This is always a good sign because softer rubbers tend to wear out faster than hard ones.

MB.02 | 86.5 HC |
Average | 81.9 HC |
Outsole thickness
Not only is the shoe's outsole hard, but it is also shockingly thick!
Using a calliper, we measured it at 5.6 mm, which is among the thickest outsoles we've ever seen in our lab. Another outlier in this category is also a PUMA shoe - the TRC Blaze Court (Puma teamFINAL Training Jacket).
We expect the PUMA MB.02 to last way longer than your typical hoop shoe, especially indoors.
But unfortunately, as hard-wearing as it seems, this PUMA shoe is not great for outdoor courts. The problem lies in its overly narrow treads.
We found that vigorous, multi-directional movements put too much pressure on these slender lugs as they tend to shift a lot under pressure and erase prematurely.
This is the kind of tread pattern you want to see on an outdoor-ready hoop shoe.
MB.02 | 5.6 mm |
Average | 4.0 mm |
Misc
Grip / Traction
Puma Black Castlerock 1 Lil Kids $49.97.
Playtesting the shoe, its outsole felt very sticky and provided excellent stopping power. Until it got dusty, of course. Occasional wiping is still needed in this PUMA shoe. But it's not critical.
Tongue padding
The padding is very generous in the PUMA MB.02. We measured the tongue thickness at 10.5 mm which is a little thicker than the average.
It creates a cosy in-shoe feel, contributes to ankle support, and prevents lace bites from happening.

MB.02 | 10.5 mm |
Average | 9.4 mm |
Heel tab

Tongue: gusset type
It is always a nice bonus to get a gusseted tongue in a basketball shoe. Even if it is semi-gusseted as in the PUMA MB.02.
This kind of tongue is a major contributor to VOGUE containment. We felt like our in-shoe movements were limited when shifting side-to-side in the MB.02.
MB.02 | Both sides (semi) |
Removable insole
The PUMA Deviate NITRO 2 is an Everyday Running Shoe Built for Speed.
We found that it has an easily removable insole and enough space to fit in the insert.

MB.02 | Yes |