Basketball Socks

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Shoes get all the attention, but it's your basketball socks that keep you in the game. adidas socks provide play-ready cushioning and arch support on the court.

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adidas Basketball Socks

You already have a perfect pair of sneakers, but if you don't have the right pair of basketball socks, you won't get the most out of your kicks and your talent. It's easy to overlook the impact of socks on your game, but if they're not performing for you, your performance will suffer. Nobody wants squishy, sweaty, heavy and hot feet during crunch time. The wrong pair of socks will slow you down when you need to play at your sharpest, and they'll make your feet feel like blocks of cement. With high-performance basketball socks by adidas, you can step into a new era of feeling light on your feet and never look back.

Whatever your length and color preference, adidas has you covered. Go with basketball crew socks for a classic look and feel, or opt for short basketball socks to streamline your support. Whichever you choose, adidas basketball socks have reinforced heels, targeted arch compression for stability and cushioned footbeds for support. Built-in Traxion also provides outstanding grip to help prevent slipping, so you can stay on your feet and put your sneakers to the test. Shop basketball socks from adidas, and stock up on the essentials.

Basketball Socks Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of socks to wear for basketball?

For basketball, wear athletic, sweat-wicking socks with some cushioning and arch support. B-ball players wear no-show, ankle or crew-length basketball socks with moisture-managing technology like adidas AEROREADY that draws sweat away from the skin to keep your feet dry and comfortable as you play.

Do basketball socks make a difference?

Any type of lightweight athletic socks are great for basketball. Basketball socks should be crew length or shorter, and lightweight enough to keep your feet feeling cool on the court. Features like arch compression and targeted cushioning help keep them in place as you move. Basketball socks should stay in place as you play. If they're falling down or often need to be adjusted, it's time for a new pair.

Why are basketball socks thick?

Basketball socks may have some extra thickness to provide cushioning in targeted areas of the foot. This helps with the impact of jumping and landing and keeps them firmly in place on your foot. They often have a rib-knit ankle cuff, which holds its shape against the skin.