As a kid, Kyrie Irving's favourite basketball player was his father, Drederick—but as he grew up, his list of hoop influences grew. The Kyrie 7 'Icons of Sport' pays homage to the heroes, mentors and muses of the hardwood that have inspired Kyrie. The red base featured prominently on the midsole is a nod to the greatest player of all time. A purple and gold upper and mamba-like pattern on the heel reflect the mentality of Kyrie's mentor. Hits of blue throughout the design pay homage to Kyrie's university coach. The presence of light grey hues is a nostalgic play on the '90s New Jersey basketball kits. On the heel you'll find a coach's clipboard graphic that references Kyrie's iconic, game-winning shot from the 2016 championship.