Lil Wayne was moved to make a heartfelt thank-you video after receiving a unique gift from Kyrie Irving.
Kyrie Irving is the first stop on Lil Wayne’s path to a new partnership.
Reportedly receiving a brown pair of ANTA Hélà Style “Roots” sneakers, a hoodie, and another pair of shoes, the rap superstar praised the NBA player on Instagram on Tuesday, July 8.
The extra pair of sneakers you provided, the sweater, and everything else are appreciated, Kyrie.
“You honored me,” Wayne remarked. “However, I just adore them. I promise I won’t be wearing a s**tload of crap.
Wayne added that if Irving had a hand in the design, it was time for the two to link up. “We need to collab on some designer s**t ‘cause you know I do a lil’ something.”
The kicks, made from suede split cow leather with colorful laces, also come in white, black, and purple.
Their design draws from Irving’s Native American roots and first dropped during NBA All-Star Weekend before launching widely in April.
Of course, Wayne isn’t new to the sneaker game. Back in 2012, he had a deal with Supra that eventually fizzled.
Speaking to Complex, he explained, “They didn’t want to do what I wanted to.” That hasn’t stopped his love for sneakers, and it’s clear Kyrie’s gift made an impression.
Kyrie scores off the court with major contract perks
While Irving is sending out shoes, he’s also securing his future in Dallas.
The Mavericks announced his new three-year, $118 million deal on July 6.
The contract includes a 15 percent trade kicker, a player option, and advance payments that will have him pocketing half of his base salary by October 1.
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