Nike G.T. Future "Grinch" to Release During NBA All-Star Weekend

The Nike G.T. Future “Grinch” arrives at a moment when the silhouette’s buzz has reached rare territory, thanks in large part to Wale. The rapper has spent the past year quietly fueling the model’s rise, wearing unreleased pairs, teasing obscure samples, and organically building the kind of momentum most performance shoes never see. Now, Nike Basketball is set to capitalize on that groundswell with a special NRG edition dropping during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles in 2026 — even if the holiday-inspired theme lands months after its traditional December window.

This “Grinch” colorway leans directly into the electric greens associated with the name, featuring a gradient upper that shifts from bright volt to a cooler green across the molded, draped shell. The synthetic construction maintains the sculpted, fluid lines that define the G.T. Future, creating a shape that feels closer to Foamposite lineage than a conventional hoop shoe. Black accents hit the lace panel, tongue striping, and Swoosh detailing, grounding the otherwise loud palette.

Cushioning tech hasn’t been formally outlined, but the G.T. platform typically leans on advanced Zoom configurations or React-based setups for explosive on-court feel. Early wear-test sightings suggest that this pair follows suit.

The “Grinch” edition also arrives as Nike Basketball prepares a run of higher-energy NRG drops for All-Star Weekend, positioning the G.T. Future as one of the more expressive and experimental models in the current line. While performance remains the backbone of the series, the lifestyle crossover potential here is impossible to ignore — especially with Wale helping drive the silhouette into wider cultural awareness.

Pairs of the Nike G.T. Future “Grinch” are expected to release in February 2026 during NBA All-Star Weekend through Nike.com and select retailers. Pricing has not yet been confirmed.