361 Joker 2 GT
Released 2/2026, Low Top, Nikola Jokić,
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Performance Ratings
8.9
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
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Performance Summary
The 361 Joker 2 GT delivers exceptional traction, bouncy CQT Extreme cushioning, and strong stability.
Pros
Exceptional traction
Responsive cushioning
Cons
Some thin sections on the upper
Roomier after breaking in
Best Suitable For: The Joker 2 GT is best for explosive guards and wings who prioritize grip and responsive propulsion.
Category Performance Ratings
9.7
Traction
Translucent and solid rubber mix with RPU compound. Extremely sticky on clean courts, easy to wipe.
8.9
Cushion
Full-length CQT Extreme foam. Bouncy, springy and protective with good propulsion.
8.8
Materials
Knit and textile upper and padded tongue. Soft, premium feel with good comfort. Some thin areas show dirt, but build quality is solid.
8.8
Support
Has a carbon plate, TPU shell, midfoot plate and internal heel counter. Torsional rigidity and lateral containment are solid with minimal heel slippage.
8.2
Fit
Snug lockdown but feels roomier after break-in.
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Outdoor
Durable for occasional outdoor use but softer than solid rubber and will wear faster with heavy outdoor play.
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Sizing
Generally true to size.
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Width
Wider base and rounded toe box. Fits narrow to slightly wide feet. Wide or flat feet should be comfortable, but you may want a half size up.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 361 Joker 2 GT |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Under Armour Curry 11 |  Puma All Pro Nitro |  Li-Ning Wade Flash 2 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.9 | 8.9(0.0) | 8.9(0.0) | 8.7(0.2) | 8.5(0.4) | 8.3(0.6) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.2 | 9.5 | 8.6 | 9.0 | 8.6 | |
| Best Price | $189 | $149 | $225 | $109.97 $160 | $92.97 $130 | $119 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | 340g - 340g | 380g - 400g | NA |
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Expert Reviews of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Rating: 8.9 (ranks #15 of 413)
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9.3
May 18, 2026
The Joker 2 GT is one of the best shoes of the year. It's an upgrade over the Joker 2 in most ways, with plush comfort and excellent lockdown. The foam is very bouncy and needs an insert for shock protection.
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9.2
May 18, 2026
The 361 Joker 2 GT are absolutely amazing. They excel in traction, cushioning, support, materials, and fit. They're right up there in my two favourite shoes of the year, with the Way of Wade 12.
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9.0
May 22, 2026
361's Joker 2 GT is a phenomenal shoe. It excels at traction, cushioning, materials, fit and support. The price is steep but justified by performance. I think it could be the best hoop shoe of 2026, and it will stay in my bag a long time.
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8.8
May 6, 2026
The Joker 2 GT is without a doubt an S-tier shoe. It ranks among the best performers released this year. Nearly perfect in cushioning and traction with a complete tech package including a carbon plate and TPU shell.
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8.6
May 6, 2026
This is a phenomenal upgrade over the regular Joker 2. Traction and cushioning are top-tier, and the shoe is very comfortable. The main downsides are the roomy fit and high price. If you want a better performer, go down half a size.
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8.4
May 6, 2026
I like the upgraded diamond shell, lockdown, and stability of the 361 Joker 2 GT, but the cushion isn't as plush as the Joker 1 GT, and the translucent outsole attracts dust. Overall, it's a solid, lightweight performer with a few areas to improve.
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User Reviews of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
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Traction of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.7 (ranks #9 of 413)
User Traction Rating: NA
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10.0
May 18, 2026
Traction is very grabby. It didn't slip until 47°. It drops to 39° with dust, but it wipes down easily.
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10.0
May 18, 2026
The traction bites super hard. I had zero issues with dust pick up, and it gripped consistently on every court I tried.
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10.0
May 22, 2026
The traction is freaking insane. It bites extremely hard on clean courts and handles dust. I had zero issues across any court.
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10.0
May 6, 2026
Traction is excellent. It doesn't pick up dust and stays immaculate. Super loud, squeaky, and very consistent.
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10.0
May 6, 2026
The traction is top-tier. It stops instantaneously on clean courts and picks up minimal dust. Very consistent and easy to wipe when it does.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
The traction is okay. It grips well on a clean court, but the translucent part picks up dust quickly, so you'll need to wipe it often.
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Cushion of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.9 (ranks #112 of 413)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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8.5
May 18, 2026
The cushioning is very bouncy and springy. It offers great energy return, but it's not very shock-absorbing. Use an insert for impact protection.
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9.0
May 18, 2026
The cushioning is very bouncy and well-protected. The dual midsole offers more propulsion and energy than the regular Joker 2.
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9.0
May 22, 2026
The cushioning feels freaking awesome. Very good heel bounciness, impact protection and comfort. Forefoot is thinner but still springy and responsive.
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10.0
May 6, 2026
The cushioning is absolutely delicious. Full-length CQTExtreme is extremely bouncy and responsive. It feels smoother and more controlled than before.
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9.0
May 6, 2026
The cushioning is very soft and comfortable. CQT Extreme gives good impact protection and a subtle bounce. The court feel is decent but not exceptional.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
The cushioning is okay, but not as bouncy as the Joker 1 GT. It feels tighter and less plush, though it's low to the ground and adequate.
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Materials of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.8 (ranks #46 of 413)
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9.0
May 18, 2026
Materials feel premium. Dense woven upper with KPU reinforcement is durable and supportive, but it's not very breathable and has limited venting.
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9.0
May 18, 2026
The materials feel broken in. They were playable out of the box. They are soft and comfortable, yet still provide enough support for the foot.
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9.0
May 22, 2026
The materials are pretty damn good. The knit and TPU conform nicely, feel soft, and don't irritate. Tongue padding prevents lace dig. My only nitpick is the lace options.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
The upper is soft and stretchy. Extremely comfy and forgiving with a padded ankle. Breathability is average, but materials feel top-notch.
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9.0
May 6, 2026
The materials feel thin but high-quality. Textile toe box is super soft, while the overlays add midfoot structure. They show dirt easily, though.
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9.0
May 6, 2026
The upper feels supportive and well-built. The tongue is plush and comfortable, and the laces and strap add to the premium feel.
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Support of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Support Rating: 8.8 (ranks #92 of 413)
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10.0
May 18, 2026
Lockdown is excellent. External heel counter and reinforced lacing give solid containment. Lateral stability and ankle protection are very good.
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9.0
May 18, 2026
The support is excellent. The carbon fibre plate adds torsional stability, and the rigid heel counter keeps me locked in with no heel slippage.
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9.0
May 22, 2026
Support is excellent. An internal heel counter, TPU structure, and a carbon plate provide containment and torsional rigidity. I had no heel slippage or issues with side-to-side movement.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
Support is solid. TPU shell, carbon plate, and 3D elements give good lockdown and containment with no issues.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
Lateral containment and midfoot lockdown are good. Overlays, sidewall foam, and an internal heel counter provide stability.
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9.0
May 6, 2026
The midfoot plate gives strong torsional support and stability. It prevents over-twist and helps you regain balance when driving or shooting.
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Fit of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.2 (ranks #197 of 413)
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9.0
May 18, 2026
The fit is plush and locked down. The heel feels like a bear hug, and there's zero heel slippage. The bite line can irritate the lateral forefoot on some foot shapes.
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9.0
May 18, 2026
The fit has enough space in the toe box and midfoot. The soft materials accommodate different foot shapes and provide a comfortable, secure ride.
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8.0
May 22, 2026
The fit is good. The materials give a close one-to-one feel. No dead space in the toe box, and padding keeps your foot planted.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
The midfoot curves in a bit, but the flexible upper keeps it comfortable. The rounded toe box is snug but not too tight.
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7.0
May 6, 2026
The fit was roomy after break-in. The soft textile lets my toes curl, and my foot swims a bit. The lockdown suffers as a result.
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8.0
May 6, 2026
Lockdown is solid thanks to the diamond shell, strap, and internal heel counter. Heel lockdown is okay, but the heel foam could be denser for a firmer hug.
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Durability of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 60.0 (ranks #129 of 413)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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good
May 18, 2026
Durability is excellent. The outsole didn't lose material on the belt sander. The tread is shallow, so it will wear if you slide a lot outdoors.
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fair
May 18, 2026
Durable enough for occasional outdoor use, but not for everyday concrete. Excessive use will wear out the outsole pattern faster.
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May 6, 2026
I'm skeptical about outdoor use. The outsole feels pretty soft, and I'd avoid taking these outdoors, especially at that price.
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good
May 6, 2026
The outsole is more durable. It should hold up well outdoors and still offer a great grip.
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fair
May 6, 2026
The RPU outsole isn't rubber and picks up dust quickly. It feels less tacky than solid rubber and will need frequent wiping on dusty courts.
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Width of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
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slightly narrow
May 18, 2026
The bite line narrows the shoe. Narrow and medium feet are fine. Wide-footed customers should consider sizing up.
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slightly wide
May 18, 2026
They're decent for wide footers, especially if you have a wide midfoot.
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regularly wide
May 22, 2026
Normal, narrow and slightly wide footers should be okay going true to size.
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regularly wide
May 6, 2026
Not too narrow. Rounded toe box fits snug but accommodates slightly wide, flat feet well.
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slightly wide
May 6, 2026
The shoe feels a little wide and roomy in the toe box.
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slightly wide
May 6, 2026
The outsole and base feel wider and more balanced compared to the Joker 1.
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Size of the 361 Joker 2 GT:
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true to size
May 18, 2026
Go true to size if you have a narrow or medium foot. Wide footers should go up half a size. Go up a full size for 4E widths.
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true to size
May 18, 2026
They run true to size lengthwise. You can go a half size up if you usually do that for wide feet.
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true to size
May 22, 2026
Go true to size for most people. If you have really wide feet, consider going up half a size.
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true to size
May 6, 2026
I almost always go true to size. The same applies here. Go with your normal sneaker size.
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½ size large
May 6, 2026
Go down half a size for a snug fit on the GT.
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true to size
May 6, 2026
I went true to size. This is a US 11 for me.
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