Nike Kyrie Infinity

A Renamed Signature Finds Its Balance

Launched for the 2021-22 season, this model arrived under a cloud of naming confusion. Retailers listed it as the eighth numbered entry in the line, but the athlete publicly disowned the design process, and the shoe reached shelves under a different name entirely. The cushioning setup was the headline: a Zoom Air Strobel under the forefoot paired with a heel Zoom unit, making it one of the softest and most well-cushioned entries the series had produced. Reviewers consistently rated it a balanced performer with no glaring weaknesses, praising multidirectional traction that bit hard after roughly an hour of break-in, and a snug, aggressively locked-in fit that suited quick guards. Cushioning drew the most enthusiasm, with testers noting the forefoot Strobel felt noticeably bouncier than earlier models. Its commercial life was cut short in late 2022 when the brand ended the partnership, halting the line and leaving this the last widely released numbered model.