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Dallas Mavericks update: Kyrie Irving is expected to sign a new shoe contract

Basketball — 03/01/2024

Kyrie Irving, the guard for the Dallas Mavericks, revealed details about his approaching NBA free agency plans and his ambitions for the sneaker industry on Instagram Live on Wednesday afternoon.

 

Irving had a lengthy history of being an athlete for Nike, but on December 5, 2022, the brand ended their agreement with him when he shared a link to anti-Semitic content. Even though there was going to be a new shoe deal, he still wearing his famous Nike Kyrie sneakers with tape over the insignia.

Dallas Mavericks rumours: Kyrie Irving is expected to sign a new shoe contract
Thanks to reports from Brandon Robinson of Bally Sports, fans now know who Irving might sign with. The eight-time All-Star is reportedly interested in signing with Adidas and Puma.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – FEBRUARY 01: The shoes of Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 01, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | HoopsHype 

During the season, there were rumours that he was going to sign with Li-Ning, but those have been squashed as Irving and his team have lost interest.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – APRIL 02: A view of the shoes worn by Kyrie Irving #2 of the Dallas Mavericks against the hduring the third quarter at State Farm Arena on April 02, 

Irving stated on his Instagram Live that he will decide shortly which footwear manufacturer to contract with. It might be Puma, Adidas, or another unidentified business.

LOOK: Kyrie Irving's (message-laden) shoes this season | HoopsHype 

He could even create his own brand and surprise everyone.

After averaging 27 points and six assists in 20 games with the Dallas Mavericks, Irving is about to hit free agency. The fan base is eager for him to return because there were rumours that a “handshake deal” existed between Dallas and Irving before to the trade. However, nothing in the NBA is guaranteed. Dallas might decide not to give him a max contract because he will probably go where the big money is.

This summer, Irving is in complete control and free to sign with anybody he wants. He is Dallas’ top offseason objective, so they will be thrilled to keep him. It would be tragic if they lost him for nothing. If they lose him, trading for him will be seen as a mistake because they lost out on depth and significant draft capital.

Watch this space to find out which firm Irving signs with when he embarks on a new chapter in his sneaker career the following season. Keep checking back because you won’t want to miss any of the Mavericks’ free agency news this summer.