After sharing an antisemitic film at the start of the season, Kyrie Irving lost his deal with Nike, which made him a free agent in the shoe market. Throughout the 2022-23 NBA season, Irving has ...

Nine months later, rumors spread that Nike wasn't going to renew Irving's shoe deal past the 2022-23 season. The supposed ...

The 10 Best Shoes of the 2022-23 NBA Regular Season. ... Even worse, the drama unfolded less than a few weeks before Irving's ninth signature shoe (the Nike Kyrie 8) was scheduled for launch.

Kyrie Irving debuted his first signature shoes with ANTA in February, as the brand announced the launch of the ANTA KAI 1's first colorway 'Artist On Court'. The kicks will be released on March 23 ...

While Irving finished with 30 points (12-of-23 shooting), five rebounds, four assists, ... as he wore his new “Anta KAI 1” shoe that is an homage to his Native American heritage.

Additionally, Irving has collaborated with Nike on colorways to honor recently-retired Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird. The Nike Kyrie Low 4 'Keep Sue Fresh' was released on April 12, 2021, for $110.

Irving, speaking with slight congestion, was asked about his decision to switch shoes after the game. “It’s basketball, bro. I’m a stereotypical hooper,” Irving said.

Irving went on to take the court with the Nike logos on his shoes covered up and the messages “I AM FREE. Thank you God … I AM” and “Logo here” written over them instead.

Morant, 23, has emerged as one of the NBA's brightest young stars since being drafted No. 2 overall by Memphis in 2019. He's shown improvement every season and has been superb in the 2022-23 ...

Still, however, Morant will have big shoes to fill with Irving out of the picture at Nike. ... Nike Kobe 8, and Nike KD 10 so far in 2023-23.