Okay, here’s my blog post about “harden 17”, written from my personal experience, using simple language and basic HTML tags:

So, I finally got my hands on the Harden Vol. 7. Been seeing them all over, and, you know, gotta keep up with the times! I went with a pair of shoes. I unboxed these bad boys.
First thing I did? Tried ’em on, of course. Felt pretty good. They were snug, not in a bad way, more like a supportive, locked-in kinda feel. Way better than those old shoes I was using. Those things had, like, zero support. My feet would be killin’ me after a game.
First Run
Took them straight to the court. My local park, nothing fancy. Just me, the ball, and these new kicks. Started with some basic dribbling. Crossovers, behind-the-back, the usual stuff. Shoes felt really responsive. Like, I could feel the court, you know? Didn’t feel like I was gonna slip or anything.
Then, I started shooting. Jump shots, layups. The grip on these things is solid. I wasn’t sliding around at all. That’s huge, especially on those outdoor courts. Sometimes they can get a little dusty.
The cushioning is awesome. My knees aren’t what they used to be, So I need all the help I can get. These definitely helped. Didn’t feel that usual ache after playing for a while.

After a Few Games
Played a few more times, and I’m still loving these. They are good. They’re holding up pretty well. No major scuffs or anything.
- Good grip. I haven’t slipped once.
- Super comfortable. My feet aren’t killing me.
- They look cool. It is also important.
I really put effort into making these bad boys work. I finally did get a pair of shoes I like. Now it’s your turn to see if the shoe can make you feel better about your games.