The Shoe Surgeon Designs a One-Of-A-Kind Anta Kai 1 for Kyrie Irving

A multi-colorway sneaker featuring a meaningful personal tribute.

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As the 2024-2025 NBA season unfolds, Kyrie Irving has made waves not only with his moves on the court, but also with an exclusive sneaker. The one-of-a-kind ANTA KAI 1 is a special collaboration with famed custom artist The Shoe Surgeon. It is a high-performance and visually captivating sneaker designed specifically for Irving.

The ANTA KAI 1 boasts a bold design featuring a neon green mesh base with jade overlays. Its sole highlights a vivid blue-to-green gradient at the back, while the front showcases a pine green gum texture. Multi-colored laces add a dynamic pop of color, enhancing the sneaker’s vibrant green foundation. Adding a personal touch to the design, the lockdown strap is engraved with the names of Kyrie’s parents, paying tribute to his family and seamlessly blending his on- and off-court identity.

 

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