Kyrie Irving Debuts ANTA Kai 3

Kyrie Irving hasn’t played a single minute for the Mavericks this year as he continues to rehab and get ready for a late-season push, but when he does step onto the court, he’ll be wearing a brand new signature shoe, the ANTA Kai 3.

Irving debuted the new silhouette on foot this week during a quick workout. The low-top shoe is a sleeker, more streamlined update to Irving’s performance line, but keeps the wavy lines and sharp cuts from past Kai sneakers. The one-piece mesh upper is quiet across the front of the shoe but adds a zig-zag of color towards the heel that connects with the loud midsole. The debut colorway features a gradient upper that starts with a white toe, evolves into light purple on the side panels, and then transitions to light blue at the heel. The midsole is a mix of gold and red, with a wavy spike in the forefoot for additional support.

The third signature performance shoe since Kyrie joined the Chinese sneaker brand as its premier basketball star, Irving has also brought a massive lifestyle imprint to ANTA, taking over on and off-court duties with inspirations directly tied to his life and personality. As we learn more about the upcoming ANTA Kai 3, there will no doubt be details and colorways with Kyrie-specific Easter eggs throughout.

The ANTA Kai 3 is expected to debut in January 2026 for $125. With Kyrie putting the shoes on in public, we expect a full rollout soon. To keep up with all the latest NBA signature sneaker news and drop info, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.

Zach Harris

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