The 10 Best Sneakers Worn for the NBA Playoffs (So Far)

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James Harden in the Nike Hypergamer Low

Have the NBA Playoffs surpassed your expectations? The team at Sneaker Report has been thrilled with the on-court action thus far, as well as some of the awesome sneakers that have been spotted. From Player Exclusives to custom designs, players aren't holding back with their footwear this postseason. Read on to see which shoes were selected and find out where you can pick them up. Though, in the case of the many rare PEs, the closest you'll likely be able to get to them will be these images.

Riley Jones is a journalism student from Charlottesville, VA. With an unshakable affinity for basketball and all things ’90s, he can be found on Twitter here.

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Jason Terry in the Reebok Kamikaze II PE

No. 10 - Jason Terry x Reebok Kamikaze II PE

Key Playoff Stats: 10.3 points per game, 2.3 assists per game
Buy Here: $100

Jason Terry's shown a spark of his former self in the first round of the Playoffs, helping Boston hang on in their series against the Knicks. During their first meeting, Terry broke out this all-green PE of the recently reintroduced Reebok Kamikaze II. James Harden in the Nike Hypergamer Low

No. 9 - James Harden x Nike Lunar Hypergamer Low PE

Key Playoff Stats: 25.3 points per game, 6.5 rebounds per game, 4.3 assists per game
Buy Here: Discontinued

Harden's been fighting to keep his Rockets alive against the Thunder in the ready-for-flight Nike Lunar Hypergamer Low. With 25.3 points per game as of May 1, he's got the fourth highest average in the league.Nate Robinson in the Air Jordan XIII Custom

No. 8 - Nate Robinson x Air Jordan XIII "All Red" Custom

Key Playoff Stats: 17.8 points per game, 3.4 assists per game
Buy Here: Discontinued

Nate Robinson's been red hot for the Bulls in the first round, and so were these customized Chicago red Air Jordan XIII. Although Nate has been channeling MJ in the "Playoff" colorway of the Air Jordan XIII, there was nothing more attention-grabbing than these all-red one-of-ones.Stephen Curry in the Nike Hyperfuse PE

No. 7 - Stephen Curry x Nike Hyperfuse PE

Key Playoff Stats: 24.8 points per game, 9.6 assists per game
Buy Here: $90

There's no denying that Stephen Curry has been one of the most impressive players in recent weeks. Averaging just shy of a double-double per game, Curry has been an offensive force for the Warriors. He's stuck with the speedy and responsive Nike Zoom Hyperfuse PE throughout the series.Tracy McGrady in the adidas Rose 3 Low

No. 6 - Tracy McGrady x adidas D Rose 3 Low

Key Playoff Stats: N/A
Buy Here: $160

Has Tracy McGrady had the easiest ride of the NBA Playoffs? The aging veteran was recently picked up by the Spurs and will be heading to the conference semifinals of the NBA Playoffs for the first time in his sixteen year career. Although he's only played five minutes, McGrady managed to turn some heads in the adidas D Rose 3 Low.

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Kevin Durant in the Nike KD 5 Elite

No. 5 - Kevin Durant x Nike KD V Elite

Key Playoff Stats: 33 points per game, 8 rebounds per game, 5.8 assists per game
Buy Here: $180

Averaging 33 points a game, Durant has been one of the most unstoppable players of the postseason. We're only four games into the playoffs, could Durant's slight increase in numbers come with a switch over to the Nike KD V Elite. Coincidence? Dwyane Wade in the LiNing Way of Wade Encore

No. 4 - Dwyane Wade x Li-Ning Way of Wade Encore

Key Playoff Stats: 13.7 points per game, 7 rebounds per game, 6.3 assists per game
Buy Here: Not yet released

As the Miami Heat look to repeat their NBA Championship win, Dwyane Wade has been offering a solid contribution. He's been laced up in the playoff-specific Li-Ning Way of Wade Encore.Carmelo Anthony in the Jordan Melo M9

No. 3 - Carmelo Anthony x Air Jordan Melo M9

Key Playoff Stats: 33 points per game, 4.5 rebounds per game
Buy Here: $140

Leading the Playoffs in scoring is Carmelo Anthony with 33 points per game. He's been regularly wearing the luxury watch-inspired Jordan Melo M9 as he looks to lead the Knicks to their most successful postseason run in years.Chris Paul in the Jordan CP3.VI AE

No. 2 - Chris Paul x Air Jordan CP3.VI AE

Key Playoff Stats: 21.8 points per game, 6 assists per game, 4 rebounds per game
Buy Here: $125

Over in Lob City, Chris Paul has been holding down the Clippers in his latest signature model, the Air Jordan CP3.VI AE. Currently down 3-2 to the Grizzlies, the Clips will be looking to bounce back in game 6 tonight.LeBron James in the Nike LeBron X Elite

No. 1 - LeBron James x Nike LeBron X Elite

Key Playoff Stats: 24.5 points per game, 7.8 rebounds per game, 6.8 assists per game
Buy Here: $260

While the Miami Heat wait to see whether they'll face Brooklyn or Chicago in the second round, LeBron's numbers remain some of the best in the league. Nike's laced him in the LeBron X Elite, which is equipped with durable Carbon Fiber and Kevlar-enforced Flywire.

Riley Jones is a journalism student from Charlottesville, VA. With an unshakable affinity for basketball and all things ’90s, he can be found on Twitter here.

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