Nike G.T. Cut 3- There's Some Weird, Wild Stuff Going On With These

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Real foot doctor reviews the Nike G.T. Cut 3 basketball shoe. We've heard so much about ZoomX in a basketball shoe in the lead up to their release but do they live up to all the hype?
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Uppers of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
01:33 Breathability test of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
03:42 Upper durability test of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
04:14 Midsole teardown of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
05:03 Bounce height test of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
07:23 Outsole tread of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
07:35 Grip of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
08:08 Speed of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
09:59 Outsole durability test of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
10:55 Fit of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
13:44 Performance of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
Whats underneath the Nike G.T. Cut 3 basketball shoe? Check them out for yourself with this deep dive on court playtest, review, teardown and durability test. As a foot doctor I look at basketball shoes and basketball shoe technology a bit differently as I focus more on what foot types benefit from these shoes as well as the basketball shoe's functional attributes on the basketball court
Some of the main areas we cover in this basketball shoe shoe playtest, and performance review of the Nike G.T. Cut 3
- The weight, durability, fit and playability
- What are the features of the insole, midsole, and outsole
- Nike basketball shoe technology explained
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[@FootDoctorZach]

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[@MrMeMyselfandI]

Is this the most bounce you’ve ever recorded in a shoe? Haven’t seen any more than 47cm in the toe before

[@rockybun]

What are those checkered socks you're wearing?

[@armikeb]

I emailed about this. Bought this late last year, will there still be updates?

[@kravitz88]

You have to buy the 2024 one, so essentially a $5.99 a year subscription 🎉 worth every dollar.

[@ppinverter]

Is there any way to apply a bit of weight to the shoe when you tilt them during grip testing? Friction should be more neutral and non performance based

[@falcongunner33]

This shoe is classic Nike. They’ll take a generally well received model/line and completely start over from the ground up. Everything will be different, the design, the cushion and most important: the performance. It’s so strange, I’m not sure why they like to alienate their customers.

[@zoesh2441]

Facts. And they put all their best stuff on separate shoes and never combine them all into one shoe. I still don’t understand why every single Nike shoe doesn’t use the traction they had on the Kobe 9s and why every shoes doesn’t have zoom strobel. The consumers love it, give it to them

[@falcongunner33]

@@zoesh2441 They change things that don’t need to be changed. It’s just silly.

[@AbuMalik10149]

But to be fair if they didn’t change, people would be complaining that they don’t change enough and are being lazy. Can’t really please everyone

[@AbuMalik10149]

@adamkanizsai2990 that’s a good point

[@dbk81]

For real!

[@IMac1812]

Incredible review as always...best in the business without a doubt. What newer shoes would you recommend for an ankle sprainer? I've been playing in the Kyrie Infinity's for a couple years now but they're getting hard to find and I wanted to know what I should look into next time I'm buying. I'm a point guard that's more speed and quickness oriented as a player.

[@prwnrdy]

I asked in a livestream about superfoams in basketball shoes (LightStrike pro & ZoomX) and you were skeptical about the idea. So what are your thoughts about the way Nike implemented ZoomX in this particular shoe, and what could be the future of superfoams in basketball shoes?

[@Gamingwithdes23]

Hello Zach, hope all is well. If you had to pick between these and the wow 10 low. What would you go with? I’m looking for good cushion, traction and containment.

[@CoachMax12]

Nike G.T. Cut 3 Academy is probably suitable for most players. Looking forward to a review on them.

[@MrPenny220]

what is the difference between gt cut and academy mid sole

[@xXthatonedudeguyXx]

@@MrPenny220 Academy has two density foams, not specified by Nike, maybe cushlon and phylon? Also has a bottom loaded forefoot zoom unit. Zoom X on the GT Cut has better impact protection and spring.

[@garrettgomez2541]

Love how much I learn from you! Sorry if you’ve answered this already, but why have you not made a dedicated Serious Player Only video? I’ve seen a lot of people say they are some of the best basketball shoes of last year. I’d be curious of your opinion of their support and features since they are drop in midsoles

[@Wladislav]

It was always going to be interesting to see how ZoomX would perform in a basketball setting.

[@unofreaz]

I played with them for the 1st time today indoors,this is probably tied with my top 1 ball kicks of all time along with the wow10,they surprise the hell out of me,they were stable,great cushion,great ankle support,will definitely buy more pairs

[@LordVlad2321]

Great review Dr. Zach 🎉 Cannot wait for the all new 361 Nikola Jokic shoes those look like a great performer!!!

[@davidlazarovich]

Request! Side-by-side comparison of the new Hard Court and Padel versions New Balance 796V4. Looks like they made some pretty significant changes and the weight reduction on the Padel version is mind blowing to me (279g vs Hard Court’s 347.5g). A tear down to see how they did it would be so interesting 🤩

[@gojira2404]

I have a question about the shoe width. Since most of the size 11s I've seen in your videos are 9cm in width, is it okay if you wear it even if your foot width exceeds the shoe width? By how much before considering going up half a size? Thanks doc! (My feet are around 10cm in width and about 26 in length)

[@verykrazy_onyt3779]

Im trying to decide between this shoe and the cheaper version (GT Cut Academy) so id appreciate if you did a review on those

[@frenzy531]

Do you think you could stack an orthotic on top of the drop in midsole for the GT Cut 3? I couldn't really do it without my foot almost popping out of the shoe on the GT Cut 2, even up a full size. I could take out the drop in midsole and fit my own orthotic in, but that kind of defeats the point with the GT Cut 2 imo. Wanted to get your opinion to see if I could do this with the Cut 3.

[@Dallas77777]

Your hair looks great Zack! I just wanted to mention that. I watched your journey. Thanks for sharing that with us. God bless 🙏🏿

[@FootDoctorZach]

I appreciate you

[@angbangis]

Do you think the ZoomX will bottom out quickly? Would you get this or the Li Ning JB2's? Their design - cushioning and looks - are quite sinilar.

[@kieronjames2088]

How are these compared to the Sabrina 1s ? I’m picking up some shoes soon.

[@JCVantage1]

Great review as always, are you making a review for the academy version of this shoe?

[@DarrellColeMCO]

I recently added a few ZoomX based running shoes to my rotation (Pegasus Turbo and Vomero 16), along with my Zoom Air running shoes (Pegasus 40). I really want to like ZoomX on its own. The cushioning itself is 90% of what Zoom Air delivers which I love. My issue is that ZoomX isn't nearly as stable as Zoom Air. The issue with the Cut GT may be the "window" exposing the ZoomX like an Air bag. My Peg Turbo has that occasional instability issue that may be because it's fully exposed like the adidas UltraBoost. Even though I haven't gone past a walking pace in my UltraBoost, it's a bit more stable because the cushioning is more rigid. Maybe a less exposed and harder encasement would help with those issues.

[@Mcali1984]

Can you give us details on the board between the food and foam. Why some are thicker and harder than others. Like, Li-Ning uses like a nylon one in theirs. Also. Not sure why so many are hating on the lack of a drop in midsole. The Nike PG 6 is probably better than any GT line shoe. Anyone who has one both, I’m sure would agree. The solid foam is OP for shifty hoopers.

[@jasonmcfly323]

Phenomenal review platform! Awesome work sir

[@Sylique]

Ima try these out doc… I’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis for 2 months now. I’ll give these a try to hoop in!

[@gamergirlelijah180]

have u ever considered reviewing the first cosmic unity? i still see them pop up on outlets and for much less under retail on resale sites so some folks may still consider picking them up well after its release

[@tilleAudio]

How ironic that a shoe that is called GT CUT doesn't allow you to cut really hard 🤦

[@brandonw1980]

I played in mine yesterday with the move insole and I must say that they feel amazing! I can still feel the zoom x and the traction is beast on a clean or dusty court! I'm not sure if it makes a difference, but I have the lime green colorway.

[@moejalloul]

Which move insoles game day or the pro version? Thanks.

[@remeruremichi5025]

Yeah which move insole did you put in?

[@michaelhawes7185]

Will you do a comparison video of the GT Cut 3 and the GT Cut 3 academy? I was wondering if that one might have more stability if didn't have Zoomx.

[@DubbsWorld]

So I just got these and tried them out. They are amazing and problematic at the same time. When I first put my foot in I didn’t feel the cushion but when you walk and your heel hits the ground it is AMAAAAAAZING! I hope they don’t bottom out. The traction is perfect and the weight is like a feather. Only issues is the lateral stability is not good. The base is skinny and it feels like you sit higher than expected. Going forward and backwards is elite but side to side is kind of bad. I also think not having the shank plate was a miss. I don’t mind the less than premium material because it helps with the weight. I paid 200 and honestly it’s not worth that. Maybe 150, but I’d rather have the AE1 for 120 or Sabrina 1 for 130

[@thormolecules]

Will you be doing a review on the li ning speed 9 ultra or 10? Also, the way of wade fission 9s just dropped!

[@miguelordaz2245]

Hello, it doesn't have much to do with the video, but I would like you to help me decide between the wow 808 3 regular version, fission 8 and wow AC11, I am a small, explosive player who jumps a lot, but with problems in my right ankle and left knee .

[@clarkysparky]

i love your in depth style!

[@sanyoblue]

Hey Zack, do you have any recommendations for flat wide feet with tailor bunion on pinky toe.

[@Pablo-uw3px]

Just bought my first basketball shoes - nike impact 4. Can you do a review of it Dr. Zach? I just want to know my shoe's technicality better.

[@kboog005_]

Would you do a video about the GT Cut Academy? They seem to be a cheaper version of these and it’d be cool to understand what exactly those differences are aside from price

[@theheebs100]

what do you think of these for a big who runs the floor and can get up?

[@hoopdetails]

I just bought these... didn't do research till I bought em... but I actually was wondering what orthotics you were possibly suggesting? I do move a bit more laterally, but I'm a low to the ground hustle player. I liked the academy 1's and the originate cut 1's but hated the 2's.... anyways great review but yea the orthotics you suggest would be greatly appreciated!

[@kjccal1130]

Im a 2E but I had to go half a size up because my Orthotic makes it too tight when I went true to size so I had to exchange it to half a size up just for my feet to feel nice and comfortable with the Orthotic on.

[@omicronx94]

Hi can you recommend alternatives in these reviews?

[@nat.alcantara]

Been playing on different basketball shoes for the past year. I will say this is one of the best shoes I played with, as a matter of fact, I just bought my second pair. Lebron 21 is a bit bulky but performs well. Harden 7 and AE1 are elites but on the heavier side. I also use this shoe playing volleyball. I tell you once you break it in, you'll be happy.

[@jrdatrackstar]

Zach, do you think the ZoomX will bottom out like other foams (React, etc) or should it last a while (especially for bigger guards are 206lbs)?

[@cgra4491]

Supposedly it should last a while longer than the foams that are normally used.

[@f1nalR6]

What would be the go between Puma all pro nitros vs GT Cut 3s. For a point/shooting Guard

[@Iceblades69]

I'm sure these would be great with the move pro insoles but at that point I'm essentially spending 240 and I could just buy 2 pairs of two wxy v4s, 3 two wxy v3s (which are top tier after the insoles), Ja1s or you know, any other shoe that actually performs really well out of the box...

[@MvsLkJggr]

I hope you get your hands to 361 Jokic signature shoe Big 3 Future. Thanks for the vids Zach! Your reviews has been a great help before purchasing any shoes. 🙏🏻

[@MvsLkJggr]

@adamkanizsai2990 That's unfortunate. But I think the low cut version might be still a good pick up. I still haven't found a lot of reviews for it tho.

[@mikalokasso]

@adamkanizsai2990my understanding from 361 marketing is that both versions will be available to the public this trimester

[@zoesh2441]

Oh he doesn’t wear the gt jumps anymore?

[@CriticalDesignLLC]

Hey Zack, did you do a review of the gt cut 1? Hairs looking great btw mannn. Have me thinking about doing

[@FootDoctorZach]

Nope - and now they're too expensive and hard to find so meh - thanks, its been a quick process for it to grow back to chia pet levels

[@adrianovergne8512]

Zach, I've been following your channel for a year, and I've never commented on anything. In this first comment, I would like to congratulate you on the excellent work you do. In my opinion, your videos are the most complete on KZbin. This new look and configuration that you are presenting makes your opinion about the sneakers you present more pleasant. From now on, I hope that 2024 will be a very successful year for you... hugs and peace...

[@FootDoctorZach]

I appreciate you

[@gurb0nz0g1rl8]

I was waiting for this video

[@fuseeyz8392]

Can’t decide which pairs should I get GT CUT 3 or Booker 1 😫😫😫

[@pochen86]

Tks Zach I would use carbon plate inole in this condtition.

[@mailonwilliams6864]

Only thing i did not like about the gt cut 1 was that they got dusty fast and parts of the sole would be chilping off after i would play in them

[@hoopsterman1]

Great job Doc as always from a sub in Canada

[@nickmainville9369]

@FootDoctorZack what shoe would you recommend for a bigger bouncy wing with a wide thick foot and tailor bunion??

[@FootDoctorZach]

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[@justinarmour6135]

Im a 6'4 200lbs Wing, get a lot of buckets cutting and spot ups, would anyone recommend these?

[@Ceesquadd]

will u do the kd 3 ?

[@polong99]

ZoomX without carbon plated? Lol this shoes gonna get flat fast AF

[@JeremyGiese]

Peba or “ZoomX” is very resilient. As long as they didn’tmix anything with it in the formula, they don’t bottom out quickly like cushlon or other standard foams. Their running shoes last 300-500 or more miles and still have the bounce just not as much as a fresh pair. Carbon is used to add stability only(like in the Nike Alphafly)

[@d15z1sux]

ZoomX is a very resilient foam so I wouldn't judge it too fast

[@blackblueandgold]

why? there's half of thicknes than running shoes and it's caged in phylon

[@d15z1sux]

@@blackblueandgold have you tried boost or boom cushion? Similar setups but ZoomX foam is more bouncy than both those foams.

[@RetrogradeBeats]

thats not how it works, the plate prevents hotspots which makes the foam last longe depending on pressure distribution before losing elasticity depending on the foam. Some foams are open cell, some are closed some have plastics mixed in to add elasticity essentially making a plate for the sole purpose of longevity non relevant. I can understand how you may think that but thats not how material science works.

[@15six37]

I am excited about these!

[@E7Gat0]

As usual a super video! Go on 😊👍

[@JoseGarcia-ns4qn]

These feel like someone put zoom x into some Kyries . Super bouncy and explosive . Containment gets way better as you break them in . Shoes are great!

[@zoesh2441]

Sounds great. How bad is the support and containment before you break them in? And how much better does the cushion feel after you break them in?

[@JoseGarcia-ns4qn]

@@zoesh2441 support and containment are good bro . Honestly after a couple break in games you’ll be fine . I feel fast , explosive and confident I won’t roll my ankle . But you’ll feel better after you break them in . I play guard so if you’re a big idk about these .

[@Userrrr264]

KZbinr of the year for me!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Haha it’s only 7 days in - but I appreciate you

[@HopeFuull]

I almost tore my ankle ligament recently so I will definitely pass this one

[@ynigo8923]

Please review the new Li Ning WOW 808 3 Ultra v2!!!

[@rickyq795]

Do you think these would be good for someone with fat pad syndrome? I have some old KDs that are giving me a lot of problems and I need new shoes. I’m maybe 10lbs over weight right now. Like to play fast and cut

[@Ferdinaand]

hold on, your hair is looking is amazing . also great review as always, i will probably skip these since i need more stability. Still rocking the Lebron 20s and may get the 21s as well

[@TheRobSJ]

The narrow squishy ZoomX heel looks like a great way to roll an ankle. I’m sure it’s a “fast” shoe compared to GT Jump 2, but speed don’t matter anymore if you sprain an ankle.

[@Mcali1984]

The forefoot is where it’s more likely to cause a roll. And it’s larger there to help reduce the likelihood of a roll. But it’s still going to be more likely in these. Which is why this shoe def isn’t for people who don’t have good stability in their feet.

[@sammieljoaquin8016]

is it good for outdoor?

[@mailonwilliams6864]

I still got 3 pairs of kobe 8s cant play ball in them so one day i was taking the soles out of my kobe 8s and putting them in my gt cut 2s and it really made the shoe so much better gt cut 2 was not my favorite at all

[@MrGosportsteam]

would you say this is a more minimalistic bball shoe?

[@jessematthie3646]

Great video. However based on your review and what im looking to get from this shoe, I think it would be a no go for me. Reasons are as follows 1. Too expensive 2. Reduction in tech 3. Don't seem to be stable However, for me I was a fan of the 2s. For the price and what it provide and had grown to love it. The biggest highlight of the shoe was the cushion. Which for me was great. Took some time to break in but once broken in, it became a great performer.

[@jessematthie3646]

@adamkanizsai2990 well to me, no foam setup is better than air zoom or zoom air (whatever you like to call it). From all the tech that nike has to offer, react drop in, full length zoom with a heel zoom, with a little bit of pylon midsole. To just pylon and zoomX? 🤷. Alot people including myself, did jump on the 2s cause I missed out on the ones. More releases more colorways than the 2. But when I got my pair and tested them. I grew to like the shoe. The main knock for the 2s is the traction. Imagine if the 2s had the ones traction. A lot more people would be like the shoe.

[@anthonyanderson6208]

I’m a big guard and I’m struggling on choosing between the gt cut 3 and the KD 16 😐

[@rocklion5722]

You should try reviewing track spikes too

[@boblesteresta9610]

Does that mean, GT cut 1's will stay as the best GT cuts?

[@bendikgale2256]

Yes for me it will because they focused on the specific need for guards

[@javierlandaverde4108]

I’ve only played on the GT Cut 2 but they are awesome

[@eliasdorsch8652]

Hi Zach, can give me your expertise on how long insoles should last? I want to buy some Move Insoles and I just want to know when I should replace them? Like how many hours? Keep up the great work!

[@eliasdorsch8652]

That’s probably important to know when giving an answer. I play basketball ambitiously.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Working on a free guide to this currently

[@eliasdorsch8652]

Thank you very much.

[@tarun2314]

Please review the GT cut academy

[@atoniotaualii3761]

Hey Zach can you review a kobe 6 from kick who? Plz

[@soledoutreviews]

I love my pair so far

[@mailonwilliams6864]

All the sneakers i want you just sliced them up got me 😢😢 lol great job zak

[@kobie4238]

I was at the gym today and guys were who were wearing the gt cut 2s were sliding around so much 🤣

[@huy9621]

can you review anta instant zap 1 ?

[@m.1161]

Can we get a GT cut academy review?

[@jb_juice8979]

Plz do the Scoot Zeros next!

[@stevescott5858]

I literally experience most of the issues these are bad for, so could you direct me towards options that would work best for me? I’m 230lbs with wide fore feet, ball of foot pain, neck pain, arthritis , tendinitis, etc..

[@FootDoctorZach]

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[@MrSinister__99]

I tore my plantar fascia, this shoe is giving me the willies thinking about play in these lol

[@filipinosneakers1276]

I have a narrow feet, should I go tts or half size down? All my nike hoop shoes are size 9 though.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Answered word for word in the video

[@filipinosneakers1276]

@@FootDoctorZach yes sir I just saw your comment just now, but I have a narrow feet and not long so I think I should be good getting half size down? thank you.

[@proballa27]

It’s a shame because the bounce is amazing for a foam cushion, I think the highest foam cushion you’ve tested. It’s not even cost/corner cutting either, just elementary mistakes that Nike products shouldn’t be making

[@marcellomendicino2707]

can you please review the wade fission 9? wanted to buy fission 8 but looks like they sold out everywhere

[@FootDoctorZach]

Someone didn’t watch till the end of the video…

[@marcellomendicino2707]

@@FootDoctorZach NO WAY I MISSED THAT 😭😭😭😭

[@paulomurakami5325]

The sole reminds mo of the Lebron 17 material. Picks up dust pretty fast, need to wipe it almost every possession for grip but sticks greatly on clean squeaky courts.

[@paulomurakami5325]

The sole used on 17 Agimat’s and 17’s Glow in the dark.

[@rjhugo2471]

Pls review Yushuai 17 Low 👍🤙

[@Bdgneo]

Bro do a review 361° Big 3 4.0 PRM

[@17zaee]

Have these released?

[@Tiger24kicks]

The heel look so narrow im scared I will hurt my self in this shoe. I tore my patella tender and never recovered so im a stay away from this shoe to unstable.

[@maich3lbio]

GT Cut 3 or Puma All Pro Nitro?

[@JachinMourn]

yo love your videos! You should do a review on the judah 1

[@joshs6535]

"Best positions/players: Not Centers" cracked me up 😂

[@a1rkidlebron2]

Wow, very disappointed to see the midsole setup of these. Not sure why they tried to improve anymore on the GT Cut 1 (probably cost reasons), wish they just kept that setup for all future models (or just re-released the GT Cut 1 perpetually)

[@bunzen0knatzen]

With the narrow heel and zoomx it seems like they used the formula for a running shoe and threw in some really basic basketball stuff into it. Rather strange

[@armywithluv9780]

Will we be getting a video on the new Wade Fission 9? 👀

[@FootDoctorZach]

Someone didn't watch the end of the video....

[@savagepawproductions4145]

can we get the gt academy?

[@MrPenny220]

i wait for you to cut the gt cut3 so long time😂

[@1dudecrush]

It’s weird how Nike manages to mess shoes up consistently. Is the GT line not supposed to represent the best of the best that they can offer?

[@cloudgreenhorn452]

Looks like I will roll my ankles with this design. Scary.

[@mikalokasso]

It’s crazy that nike would waste such a cool silhouette (this is the Alphafly silhouette, bball version) on such a weak build. Specially at $190 it’s insane. A decent TPU shank with a more breathable tongue and an stiff ankle collar would make this 5x the shoe.

[@karlandreimiranda7303]

GT Cut Academy, please!