Nike Giannis Freak 7
Released 8/2025, Low Top, Giannis Antetokounmpo,
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Performance Ratings
7.8
EXPERT RATING
7 reviews
7.6
USER RATING
2 ratings
Performance Summary
The Nike Giannis Freak 7 is a decent performance shoe at a lower price point. The traction is the highlight feature.
Pros
Soft, comfortable Cushlon midsole
Reliable traction performance
Cons
Lack of court feel
Non-breathable materials
Best Suitable For: The Freak 7 is best for players who want reliable traction without excess springy cushioning.
Category Performance Ratings
8.5
Traction
Aggressive tread with firm rubber. Sticky on clean courts, dust sensitive and benefits from a brief break-in for best grip.
7.9
Cushion
Cushlon 3.0 midsole with no Zoom. Soft and protective underfoot but less springy and reduced court feel for some players.
7.4
Materials
Textile and synthetic upper. Lightweight and padded with average breathability and decent overall durability.
8.1
Support
Firm heel counter with midfoot shank and added torsional support. Provides solid lateral stability with minor early heel slip reported.
7.4
Fit
Inconsistent fit across reviewers with reports of snug, roomy, and long lasts. Lockdown is generally secure and wide feet may size up.
38%
Outdoor
Firm-looking outsole that can handle occasional outdoor use. Some reviewers found the rubber too soft and grooves too shallow for heavy outdoor play.
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Sizing
Runs mostly true to size for many reviewers. One suggested half size down in some cases and wide feet may need a half size up.
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Width
Fits narrow to regular widths best. Toe box tapers slightly so wide-footed players should consider sizing up or a wide option.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Nike Giannis Freak 7 |  Under Armour Curry 9 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 Encore |  New Balance TWO WXY V3 |  Adidas D.O.N. Issue 7 |  Nike LeBron NXXT Gen | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 7.8 | 8.9(1.1) | 8.9(1.1) | 8.7(0.9) | 8.7(0.9) | 8.7(0.9) | |
| User Rating | 7.6 | 9.2(1.6) | NA | 8.9(1.3) | NA | 9.0(1.4) | |
| Best Price | $68.99 $115 | $160 | $149 | $119.99 | $79.99 $120 | $129.99 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 320g - 330g | NA | 350g - 360g | 400g - 400g | 350g - 360g |
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Rating: 7.8 (ranks #336 of 385)
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7 - Average
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8.2
August 28, 2025
I felt quick in the Nike Giannis Freak 7. It's a banger for the price. The traction is phenomenal, and I had zero issues with the support.
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8.2
September 27, 2025
Despite the downgrade in tech, the Nike Freak 7 ticks all the performance boxes. I love the support and stability. It's simply effective.
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8.1
November 22, 2025
I love the Nike Freak 7, especially for the price. This is a solid shoe for the performance you're getting.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The Nike Giannis Freak 7 is a decent performer in the budget performance space. I like the traction, and the cushioning is comfortable.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The Nike Giannis Freak 7 is a decent performer. I like the cushioning and traction. It doesn't feel inferior.
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7.4
October 18, 2025
The Nike Freak 7 might be better suited for bigger players. The traction and cushioning are the best features, but I am not a fan of the fit at all.
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7.0
August 28, 2025
I'm happy with the price drop of the Nike Giannis Freak 7. It has solid traction and support, but the cushioning feels like a downgrade.
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User Reviews of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
User Rating: 7.6 (ranks #319 of 385)
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8.0
October 17, 2025
They need to improve on the traction and add zoom this line has went down hill.
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Traction of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.5 (ranks #197 of 385)
User Traction Rating: 7.0 (ranks #323 of 385)
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10.0
August 28, 2025
The traction performance is phenomenal. I had zero issues with slipping, especially on clean courts.
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8.0
September 27, 2025
The outsole feels stiff. It takes a while to break in for optimal performance.
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8.5
November 22, 2025
You'll have to wipe on dirtier courts, but the performance is consistent on clean courts. The coverage feels good.
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9.0
August 28, 2025
Traction performance is amazing, especially on clean courts.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The traction is not bad. It gets the job done.
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8.0
October 18, 2025
Traction is one of the shoe's standout features.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The traction performs well out of the box.
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Cushion of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.9 (ranks #294 of 385)
User Cushion Rating: 8.5 (ranks #171 of 385)
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7.0
August 28, 2025
The Cushlon 3.0 foam is too soft for my liking. I'm not a fan of the lack of court feel.
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9.0
September 27, 2025
There is no Zoom in the midsole. The Cushlon foam feels soft and bouncy, and I like the placement of the shank. This setup is fairly basic but effective.
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8.0
November 22, 2025
You get quite a bit of bounce and impact protection, particularly under the heel. I enjoy this setup.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The Cushlon midsole feels comfortable with decent impact protection.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The cushioning is a minor downgrade. The foam still feels soft and comfortable. It's not bouncy and springy.
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8.0
October 18, 2025
The Cushlon 3.0 is the shoe's second-best feature. It feels consistent and smooth. I think most people will be satisfied.
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7.0
August 28, 2025
The cushioning feels like a downgrade. It's not as springy and responsive.
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Materials of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.4 (ranks #358 of 385)
User Materials Rating: 7.5 (ranks #305 of 385)
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The material quality is decent, but I like the improved comfort and durability. I wish the tongue were more padded, though.
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7.0
September 27, 2025
Lace irritation is mild, but the rest of the shoe is well-padded. The breathability is not as good as I anticipated.
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8.0
November 22, 2025
The materials work well for me. I only needed about an hour to break this pair in.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The textile material quality feels average, but it gets the job done.
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7.0
August 28, 2025
I don't have much to say about the materials. The breathability is not the best.
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7.0
October 18, 2025
The upper materials don't work well, in my opinion. I feel sluggish and slow.
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7.0
August 28, 2025
The materials feel standard. The performance is flexible and light, but not the most breathable.
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Support of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Support Rating: 8.1 (ranks #264 of 385)
User Support Rating: 8.5 (ranks #199 of 385)
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8.0
August 28, 2025
I had no issues with the support and lockdown. The shoe kept me on the footbed and secure.
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9.0
September 27, 2025
The shoe is more stable thanks to the midsole. I also like the torsional support and heel stability.
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8.5
November 22, 2025
The heel counter does a good job of keeping you secured in place. I would say this is a supportive basketball shoe.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
I experienced minor heel slippage, but the rest of the support was solid. The materials kept me planted to the footbed.
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The support and lockdown feel improved. It has stronger torsional support.
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8.0
October 18, 2025
The support is solid. I like more flexibility in my shoes, but this feels stable.
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7.0
August 28, 2025
I felt supported and contained.
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Fit of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.4 (ranks #358 of 385)
User Fit Rating: 8.5 (ranks #188 of 385)
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8.0
August 28, 2025
The fit is snug, which I like.
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8.0
September 27, 2025
The fit is long and slightly stiff.
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7.5
November 22, 2025
I have no complaints with the fit. It's comfortable and has a ton of padding.
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7.0
August 28, 2025
The fit feels narrow and takes time to break in.
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9.0
August 28, 2025
The fit feels standard. The toe box is roomy, and I experienced no discomfort.
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6.0
October 18, 2025
I'm not a fan of the last shape. My toes were in pain when playing.
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6.0
August 28, 2025
The fit is too roomy for me. There's too much dead space in the forefoot.
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Durability of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
User Durability Rating: 6.0 (ranks #331 of 385)
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Outdoor of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 37.5 (ranks #185 of 385)
User Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #182 of 385)
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September 27, 2025
The durometer is nothing to write home about. This rubber is too soft for outdoor play.
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fair
November 22, 2025
The rubber feels firm, but the grooves are shallow.
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fair
October 18, 2025
The outsole looks durable enough for some outdoor play.
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fair
August 28, 2025
The outsole is firm and aggressive enough for some outdoor usage.
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Width of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
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regularly wide
September 27, 2025
4E feet can go up half a size.
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slightly narrow
November 22, 2025
The toe box taper is slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
August 28, 2025
Go up half a size if you have wider feet.
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Size of the Nike Giannis Freak 7:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
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slightly long
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true to size
August 28, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
September 27, 2025
Narrow, medium, and 2E feet can go true to size.
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true to size
November 22, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
August 28, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
August 28, 2025
I went true to size.
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true to size
October 18, 2025
Go true to size.
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½ size large
August 28, 2025
I suggest going down half a size.
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