Kyrie Irving's New N7 Sneakers Are a Homage to Standing Rock

A first look at the Nike Kyrie 4 'N7' sneakers which pay homage to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe with official seal markings on both the insoles and heels.

Kyrie Irving.
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Kyrie Irving.

For the second year in a row, Kyrie Irving's signature sneakers will be part of Nike's N7 collection.

The Nike Kyrie 4 "N7" was shared on Facebook by Courtney Yellowfat, who says the shoe's design has been signed off on by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. 

While only a small glimpse at the sneakers can be seen, the image shows what appears to be a navy blue sneaker with a cloud like print and the Standing Rock seal.  

Standing Rock has been a fixture of the news in recent years due to outcry over the proposed Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), a project which could compromise the reservation's only water source.

Nike's N7 foundation works in partnership with Native American and Aboriginal communities to benefit youth and inspire active lifestyles. 

A release date for the Kyrie 4 "N7" is listed for June 21 on Hibbett Sports for a retail price of $120.

UPDATE 6/14: Retail images of the Kyrie 4 "N7" in GS sizing via Hibbett Sports.

Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Pair
Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Left Profile
Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Left Medial
Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Right Profile
Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Sole
Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Top
Nike N7 Kyrie 4 GS Release Heel