Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 3 EP Men's Basketball Shoe
Cut Faster — Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 3 EP
The Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 3 EP is a performance basketball shoe built around one specific demand: the ability to change direction faster than the defense can react. The GT Cut line was designed from the ground up for guards and wings who live in the open court — players whose game depends on first-step explosiveness, lateral quickness, and the ability to stop, redirect, and accelerate again without losing a step. The third generation of the GT Cut refines everything that made the first two versions effective and pushes the performance ceiling higher. This is a shoe built for players who make their living in transition.
Third Generation, Sharpest Yet
The GT Cut 3 EP builds on the platform established by its predecessors with an updated Zoom Air configuration, a refined traction pattern, and a fit system that locks the foot in more securely through lateral cuts and direction changes. The EP (Extra Performance) designation means the outsole is built for the additional demands of outdoor and international courts — a more durable rubber compound that maintains grip across a wider range of surfaces without sacrificing the responsiveness that defines the GT Cut line. Whether you're playing on hardwood or outdoor concrete, the GT Cut 3 EP is built to perform.
Key Features
- Zoom Air Cushioning — A responsive Zoom Air unit positioned under the forefoot — the area of the foot that takes the most impact during cuts, stops, and explosive first steps — providing immediate energy return exactly where it's needed most
- EP Outsole — An Extra Performance rubber outsole with a traction pattern engineered for multidirectional grip — more durable than standard court rubber and designed to perform across both indoor hardwood and outdoor surfaces
- Asymmetric Cut Design — The GT Cut's defining structural feature — an asymmetric collar and midsole geometry that positions the foot for faster lateral cuts while maintaining stability through direction changes
- Secure Fit Upper — An updated upper construction with reinforced overlays and a lacing system that locks the midfoot and heel in place through the most demanding lateral movements
- Low-Profile Midsole — A low-to-the-ground midsole geometry that keeps the foot close to the court for better ground feel and faster response during cuts and direction changes
- Versatile Colorway — A clean, court-ready palette that works across practice, game day, and casual wear — understated enough to pair with any uniform while maintaining the GT Cut's performance identity
- Lace-Up Closure — A traditional lace-up system with a secure, adjustable fit that keeps the foot stable through the most demanding on-court movements
Product Details
Brand: Nike
Model: Air Zoom GT Cut 3 EP
Gender: Men's
Category: Performance Basketball
Cushioning: Zoom Air (forefoot)
Outsole: EP rubber — indoor and outdoor
Best For: Guards, wings, and players who prioritize speed and lateral quickness
Available Sizes: 3–12
Fit: True to size — Nike GT Cut runs true for most wearers
The Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 3 EP is the shoe for players who cut first and ask questions later. Third generation, sharpest yet.