Nike Basketball is bringing back the Force, Flight, and Uptempo names, this time as part of its Greater Than (G.T.) series. Three new basketball shoes are scheduled to release on February 11, 2027, with each model built for a different type of player. The lineup covers jumping, physical play, and speed.
Force, Flight, and Uptempo were originally introduced in the late 1980s and early 1990s, when Nike separated its basketball shoes by playing style. The Greater Than series followed a similar idea years later, focusing on specific on-court needs. Now the two are coming together with the G.T. Flight, G.T. Force, and G.T. Uptempo.
Nike G.T. Flight
The Nike G.T. Flight is built for players who do most of their work in the air, from attacking the rim to grabbing rebounds and blocking shots. It uses a full-length Zoom Strobel unit with Cushlon 3.0 foam underneath for cushioning. The upper has a textile bootie surrounded by a TPU cage for support, along with a rubber outsole for court traction.
Nike G.T. Force
The Nike G.T. Force takes a different approach, focusing on players who use their strength and need stability when making hard cuts or changing direction. Both high-top and low-top versions will be available, equipped with ZoomX 3.0 foam, a reinforced synthetic upper, and a TPU window and shank. Its bulkier build also brings back some of the design characteristics seen on older Nike Force basketball shoes.
Nike G.T. Uptempo
Speed is the main focus of the Nike G.T. Uptempo, which has a lower-to-the-ground setup for quick movements and changes of direction. Cushioning comes from ZoomX 3.0 foam, an Air Zoom Strobel unit, and additional Air Zoom in the heel. The shoe also uses an engineered mesh upper to keep weight down, while a TPU window and shank add structure.
The Nike G.T. Flight, G.T. Force, and G.T. Uptempo will release on February 11, 2027 ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend in North America, with a global launch to follow.
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