My 16 year old HAD to have these for indoor Volleyball. They seem stiff which he says translates into good support and sticky bottoms which help him with lateral movement on the court. Good stuff he says but buyer beware he is a size 9.5 in misty shoes and this Nike Kobe runs SMALL. He wishes I ordered a Size 10 instead.
Hopefully they will break in and he can wear them a full season.