Nike KD 19
Released 6/2026, Low Top, Kevin Durant,
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Performance Ratings
7.7
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
NA
USER RATING
0 ratings
Performance Summary
The KD 19 delivers plush full-length Zoom Strobel cushioning, supportive stability, and sticky but dust-sensitive traction.
Pros
Excellent Cushioning
Responsive Bouncy Ride
Cons
Stiff Over-Glowed Upper
Dust-Sensitive Traction
Best Suitable For: The KD 19 is best for big guards or forwards who want maximum cushioning and solid containment.
Category Performance Ratings
8.3
Traction
Multidirectional traction pattern with sticky rubber compound. Excellent grip on clean courts but dust-sensitive and needs wiping.
8.5
Cushion
Full-length Zoom Strobel with Cushlon 3.0. Plush, bouncy ride with strong impact protection and a slightly high feel.
6.3
Materials
Synthetic leather upper with padded mesh tongue. Stiff, over-glued feel with poor breathability and softens after break-in.
7.6
Support
Stiff plastic sidewalls, solid heel cup and rigid outsole casing. Very stable laterally and torsionally but it adds weight.
7.8
Fit
Very snug, low-volume, narrow fit with a pointy toe box. Strong lockdown after break-in but forefoot can feel tight.
25%
Outdoor
Thick rubber and deep tread. Shows uneven wear and weak spots. Not ideal for heavy outdoor use.
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Sizing
Runs true to size for narrow and medium feet. Wide footers should go up half size for comfort.
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wide
Width
Fits narrow to regular width best. Pointy toe box can press wide feet. Consider half size up.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike KD 19 |  Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra |  Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra V2 |  Air Jordan 40 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 12 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.7 | 8.9(1.2) | 8.8(1.1) | 8.8(1.1) | 8.8(1.1) | 9.0(1.3) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.5 | 9.2 | NA | 9.3 | 9.6 | |
| Best Price | $155 | $159 | $159 | $132.97 $205 | $150.97 $170 | $199 $225 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | 440g - 440g | 410g - 430g | NA |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Rating: 7.7 (ranks #358 of 402)
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8.2
July 15, 2026
These are so fire. Aesthetically, a 10 out of 10. The cushioning is the standout. It's very comfortable and bouncy. Traction is very good with a quick wipe for dusty conditions. Support and fit are solid. This will be my summer basketball shoe.
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8.0
July 10, 2026
I can't really recommend the Nike KD 19 at full price. It's very comfortable with great cushioning and decent traction, but it's overly stiff, causing heel slippage for me. I won't be keeping these in my bag.
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7.4
July 10, 2026
Huge miss. The Nike KD 19 is heavy, stiff, and hot. Only recommended if you want extreme support and maximum cushion. I would not get this.
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7.1
June 30, 2026
The KD 19 has outstanding underfoot cushioning and a grippy outsole when kept clean. However, overly glued, stiff, and heavy uppers plus popped eyelet concerns make it feel like an experimental misstep. It lacks the clear identity earlier KD models had.
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User Reviews of the Nike KD 19:
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Traction of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.3 (ranks #255 of 402)
User Traction Rating: NA
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9.0
July 15, 2026
The traction is very good. Make sure to wipe when the courts are dusty.
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9.0
July 10, 2026
The traction is pretty good. It bites hard on clean courts and performs well on mild dust. It does pick up dust and needs occasional wiping, but I never fully slipped out.
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7.0
July 10, 2026
Performs well on clean courts with a solid bite. It picks up a lot of dust and becomes inconsistent on hard stops.
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8.0
June 30, 2026
The outsole grabs really nicely. It performs well when clean. It picks up dust, so keep it wiped for best grip.
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Cushion of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.5 (ranks #189 of 402)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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9.0
July 15, 2026
The cushioning is super comfortable and responsive. It combines Cushlon 3.0 with a full-length Zoom Strobel for a bouncy, protective ride.
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9.0
July 10, 2026
The cushioning is the best part of the KD 19. Full-length Cushlon and a full-length Zoom Strobel make it super comfortable with great impact protection and a good amount of bounce.
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8.0
July 10, 2026
Impact protection is insane with a full-length Zoom Stroble and Cushlon 3.0. It's very bouncy, but the ride is high and not very responsive.
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8.0
June 30, 2026
The cushioning is incredibly comfortable underfoot. The Zoom Strobel and Cushlon 3.0 work great together. It provides solid impact protection and a springy feel.
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Materials of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Materials Rating: 6.3 (ranks #399 of 402)
User Materials Rating: NA
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7.0
July 15, 2026
Materials take time to break in.
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7.0
July 10, 2026
The upper feels like synthetic leather and isn't very premium. It gets the job done and is very supportive, but there's no real breathability. The padded mesh tongue is comfortable.
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5.0
July 10, 2026
The upper is very stiff and shiny like patent leather. It has almost no breathability and feels hot, which causes blisters.
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6.0
June 30, 2026
The uppers feel over-glued and crunchy. Breathability is poor, and they trap heat. The tongue padding is comfy, though.
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Support of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Support Rating: 7.6 (ranks #359 of 402)
User Support Rating: NA
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8.0
July 15, 2026
Support is good. The shoe provides solid containment, though it feels heavier than average.
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7.0
July 10, 2026
Support is mixed. The upper and outrigger provide solid lateral stability and torsional rigidity. However, the shoe is extremely stiff, and I experienced heel slippage when taking steps.
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9.0
July 10, 2026
Support is excellent. Stiff plastic sidewalls and solid cupping keep your foot locked in with very good lateral stability.
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6.5
June 30, 2026
The shoe is torsionally very stable thanks to thick rubber and casing. It feels stiff and supported, but that stiffness and weight could cause issues as it breaks in.
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Fit of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.8 (ranks #322 of 402)
User Fit Rating: NA
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8.0
July 15, 2026
The fit takes a little time to break in, but conforms well once worn.
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8.0
July 10, 2026
The fit is super snug with a half-bootie that gives a near one-to-one feel. There's lots of padding and no dead space. I did feel forefoot pressure that eased as the materials broke in.
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8.0
July 10, 2026
The fit is extremely snug and low volume. My toes felt restricted even after break-in, but lockdown was secure.
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7.0
June 30, 2026
Lockdown is solid with mild heel slippage. The interior padding is comfortable. The toe box is pointy and narrow.
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Durability of the Nike KD 19:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Nike KD 19:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #228 of 402)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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July 10, 2026
The rubber is soft with weak spots. Not great for outdoor use or durability.
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fair
June 30, 2026
The rubber is thick, and the tread depth is deep. It only lost 0.5 g on the belt sander. Expect uneven wear in certain spots over time.
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Width of the Nike KD 19:
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slightly narrow
July 10, 2026
As a slightly wide footer, I felt forefoot pressure. Wide footers should go up a half size.
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regularly wide
July 10, 2026
Width feels normal. It's a standard width, but the stiff material can press on the sides.
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slightly narrow
June 30, 2026
The toe box is pointy and narrow. Wide footers should go up half a size.
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Size of the Nike KD 19:
very small
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true to size
July 15, 2026
The fit is true to size, but they do need time to break in.
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true to size
July 10, 2026
I went true to size. Normal and narrow footers should be fine.
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½ size small
July 10, 2026
If you want a looser fit, go up half a size. I went true to my Nike size, and it was very snug.
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true to size
June 30, 2026
For narrow and medium feet, go true to size. If you need a 2E, go up half a size. Don't go up a full size.
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