But in recent years and after the late Kobe Bryant started the revolution, players have preferred wearing low-top sneakers over high-tops because with more ankle freedom, it allows more agility which helps players make quick change in direction and fast lateral movement. But low-tops and mid-tops don't protect the ankle as much the the high-tops.
"I'm sure that's not the only reason, but I feel it has something to do with it," continued Nick. "Yeah, it's a lot of factors, but it's happening too much lately."