Andrew Nembhard shoes
He spent most of his NBA career in Nikes. This season, the Pacers guard has been lacing up the Serious Player Only Player1.5 “Alice.” Here’s every shoe in his rotation, a first look at the Easy1.5 he’s already worn before launch, and why a guard who plays like he does ended up in a shoe built for guards.
By the Serious Player Only team · Updated November 2026
What he’s wearing now
The shoe fans have been asking about since he wore it on court.
Player1.5 “Alice”
- Explosive 2.0 drop-in midsole: lighter and bouncier than the Player1 Plus
- 3D carbon fibre heel counter for lockdown on hard stops
- New foot shape and inner sleeve for a precise fit
- Extended EVA base and anti-pinch TPU frame for stability
Player1.5
- Our flagship guard shoe, the fourth version of the Player1 line
- Lightweight upper, low to the ground for max court feel
- Herringbone traction on an SPO rubber outsole
- Swappable drop-in midsoles to tune the cushioning
Also worn by NBA players Ryan Nembhard and Landry Shamet
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Easy1.5: the shoe they’re talking about
On November 10 against the Mavericks, Andrew switched into a black pair of our next shoe, the Easy1.5. His brother Ryan wore it on national TV too, and the broadcast crew kept calling them “black leather shoes.”
They’re not leather, and they’re not dress shoes. The Easy1.5 is another tuned version of our Easy1 family, built for performance and comfort. It launches in December.
His rotation at a glance
Every shoe Andrew Nembhard has worn regularly in the NBA.
| Shoe | Brand | When | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player1.5 “Alice” | Serious Player Only | 2026–27 season | Current |
| Easy1.5 | Serious Player Only | Nov 10, 2026 vs. Mavericks | Launching December |
| Book 1 | Nike | 2023–2026 | Past go-to |
| Kobe 4 Protro | Nike | Incl. 2025 NBA Finals | Past |
| Shai 001 | Converse | Occasional | Past |
| KD line | Nike | Early career | Past |
Why the Player1.5 fits his game
Nembhard isn’t a high flyer. He plays with pace and strength, and he guards the other team’s best ball-handler. That calls for five things.
Low to the ground so he can speed up and slow down on his terms.
A 3D carbon fibre heel counter keeps the foot centered when he changes direction.
Grip lining and an inner sleeve hold the foot in place all night.
A responsive ride, not a big stack of soft foam.
Swap the drop-in midsole to match how you play.
Want to know how the shoe got here? Read The Evolution of the Player1 Line.
Before SPO: his shoe history
The shoes that carried him from Gonzaga to the NBA Finals.
His longtime go-to. Kix Stats tracking cited during the 2025 Finals put it at close to 40% of his NBA games, far more than any other shoe.
His second-most-worn shoe and his playoff pair. He wore the “CHBL” colorway during the Pacers’ 2025 Finals run, along with an EYBL player-exclusive pair never released to the public.
Worn at times in support of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, his teammate on Canada’s national team.
Part of his early-career rotation before he settled into low-top guard shoes like the Book and Kobe.
Keeping it in the family
Andrew isn’t the only Nembhard in SPO. His younger brother Ryan, also a point guard, plays in Serious Player Only too, and both brothers have already worn the Easy1.5 in NBA games before it’s even out. Two brothers, two NBA guards, one brand built for how guards move.
Tune the shoe to your game
The Player1.5 takes swappable drop-in midsoles. Match the midsole to your shoe size.
Our lightest midsole. ATPU foam for a plush feel and energy return, with dual-material arch support. Speed first.
PEBA for lightweight, high-rebound cushioning. Comes in the Player1.5. For first-step bursts and attacking the rim.
Lateral support and adaptive impact absorption. Locks you in on hard drives and sharp cuts.
FAQ
Does Andrew Nembhard have a signature shoe?
No. Andrew Nembhard does not have his own signature shoe.
What shoes is Andrew Nembhard wearing this season?
In the 2026–27 season, Nembhard has been wearing the Serious Player Only Player1.5, including the “Alice” colorway.
What shoes did Andrew Nembhard wear in the 2025 NBA Finals?
He wore Nike models, including an EYBL player-exclusive pair and the Kobe 4 Protro “CHBL.”
What is the Easy1.5?
The Easy1.5 is another tuned version of Serious Player Only’s Easy1 family, built for performance and comfort. Andrew and Ryan Nembhard have both worn it in NBA games. It launches in December 2026, and you can sign up to be notified.
Where can I buy the Player1.5 “Alice”?
The Player1.5 “Alice” is available on seriousplayeronly.com for $190 in US sizes 7–16.
Is the Player1.5 good for guards?
Yes. The Player Series is our guard line. It’s built for agility, court feel and lockdown, and it takes swappable drop-in midsoles so you can tune the cushioning.
