Adidas
Adidas Believe That 1
C
Ranked #7 in Basketball Shoes
482 LP on the
category ladder
what's LP?
The rare budget-line shoe that specialist reviewers say beats most flagships, with near-perfect traction scores and wide-foot-friendly fit. Consensus darling of the current cycle.
Consolidated from 18 cited sources across 15 outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 15 positive sources
- 2 mixed sources
Pros & cons
- ✓ Better than most flagship shoes, per Foot Doctor Zach's review title
- ✓ Multi-directional grip and dust handling measured at 9/10
- ✓ Relatively generous toe box, so wide-footed players get real comfort
- ✓ Works well for both indoor and outdoor hoopers
- ✓ Featured in a top-picks list
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. 2 outlets wouldn't let us check their links.
Evidence 11 video reviews and 7 community sources
15 positive sources
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Hes Kicks Hes Kicks · 687K subscribers · May 2026
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Foot Doctor Zach YouTube review Watch R
Richee Kicks Richee Kicks · 25.8K subscribers · Jun 2026
Juss Anderson Juss Anderson · 6.6K subscribers · Jul 2026
Matt Quismorio Matt Quismorio · 577 subscribers · Jun 2026
Even the refs were asking about them 😂🔥 Gotta be one of the best looking budget shoes on the market 💯 #AnthonyEdwards #SneakerReview #BelieveThat #BasketballShoes #Hooper Anthony Edwards Believe That 1s: Sneaker Review. Discover why the Anthony Edwards Believe That 1s caught everyone's attention! A stylish and budget-friendly option for basketball enthusiasts.View post H
That is the retail price, but I will say I I like the look of the shoes. I think that they did a great job. It is a low-top model, but I like the way that they put this together because it's almost like a low-top version basically of the AE 2. The vents on the sides, I think look fantastic.Watch F Facebook BasketballEmotionStore
Built for explosive players, it delivers outstanding performance on both indoor and outdoor courts, making it the perfect choice for hoopers looking for top-level performance without stepping into the premium price range.View post T
So, it feels a little bit deceptive, but I actually really like how Anthony Edwards is wearing the shoe, especially in the freaking playoffs, right? So, we do have a lot of colorways available, but I thought this all-blue one was really, really dope. I mean, obviously it's the beautiful colorway.Watch I Instagram Instagram post
Built for explosive players, it delivers outstanding performance on both indoor and outdoor courts, making it the perfect choice for hoopers looking for top-level performance without stepping into the premium price range.View post T
Anthony Edwards BUDGET SHOE is NICE?Watch I Instagram Instagram post
While the squeak is on and off, I was able to come to a full stop on a consistent basis. This is also a simple and firm rubber outsole that very much resembles his main signature shoes: the AE 1 and AE 2.View post T
However, if I were to nitpick, I would definitely say the Believe That One stops just a tiny bit harder, right? But, of course, again, that is nitpicking, and they're both really, really nice on a clean court. Uh so, yeah, there is the clean court performance. Also, both of these shoes have a nice squeak. However, I would say the AE 2 is a little bit louder and also a little bit more high-pitched.Watch F
I I don't really see shoes like this that often, but I will say the traction performance is actually pretty damn good. Uh on clean courts, you're going to have absolutely zero issues, no problems whatsoever. You're going to have very hard stops, and it's really, really good. Moderately dusty courts, honestly, I didn't really have any issues there, either.Watch S sneakrtweakr Facebook post View post J
I wiped like only once after every five to 10 plays, which isn't that bad to be honest because there are other shoes that do have good traction, but if you have to wipe a lot, it does get annoying. So, the fact that these didn't have that problem, thank god. But I didn't take these outdoors cuz obviously it's a translucent rubber. But I feel like if you get a colorway that doesn't have translucentWatch B r/BBallShoes Reddit thread Read thread M
This shoe is worth every penny. instead of the AE2 in the playoffs. This is the Adidas Believe That One. >> It's Believe That. >> Yeah, I believe that. >> It's Believe That. >> So, this was given to us by Adidas Philippines. So, thank you so much for that, Adidas.Watch E ellbellsneakers TikTok post View post
2 mixed sources
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Fresh Pair PH Fresh Pair PH · 7.7K subscribers · Nov 2025
DHR Sports DHR Sports · 1.3K subscribers · May 2026
Because to me a hundred dollars is not too bad, although what I do know is that there are good performing basketball shoes at half that price if you’re not too fixated on the brand name.Watch D
a short vid getting a first look of the Adidas Believe That 1 in hand for the first time.Watch
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #7 of 16 on our basketball shoes tier list, in C tier. That placement draws on 18 cited sources across 15 outlets.
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