Kyrie Irving Says Stephen Curry Reached Out to ANTA, Steps Up Public Recruitment

Overview

• Irving told Andscape that Curry contacted ANTA during his free agency to request shoes, confirming direct dialogue.
• Curry became the first NBA player outside Irving to wear the ANTA KAI 3 in January, fueling speculation about ANTA’s chances.
• Irving publicly invited Curry to join ANTA, calling it the “best brand” and emphasizing product quality and community.
• Since exiting Under Armour in November 2025, Curry has tested footwear from multiple companies in games, including ANTA, Nike and Adidas.
• Reports suggest Curry has narrowed his options to a small group with ANTA in the mix, though no deal has been announced and sightings of ANTA models remain unconfirmed signals.