The Nike Kyrie 3 'The Academy' is a version of Kyrie Irving's third signature shoe that commemorates the Nike Basketball Academy. Released in 2017 and dressed in Midnight Navy, Metallic Gold and University Gold, it features Kyrie branding on the tongue, an Academy shield on the side of the heel, and a multi-colored Nike Swoosh on the quarter panel. Other highlights include a breathable upper, white forefoot band integrated with Flywire cables and Zoom Air in the heel.