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Kyrie Irving’s Latest Decision on Kevin Durant Partnership and NBA Future That Could Leave Nets Fans Emotional
The Brooklyn Nets season ended in disappointment for fans and the team. Not only did they undergo injury and player issues throughout the season, but the roster also failed to come together in the end. However, looking at Kyrie Irving and his recent statement, there still might be some hope for the team going ahead.
While Kevin Durant has tried to carry the team this entire season, Kyrie Irving was able to return towards the end. Ultimately, the team lost their Round 1 series (4-0) to the Boston Celtics. Naturally, many fans started discussing some trade possibilities for Irving.
Kyrie on a possible extension with Brooklyn: “I don’t plan on going anywhere.”
(via @MikeAScotto) pic.twitter.com/0hQNUbn8yl
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) April 26, 2022
Irving, on his end, seems to have no intention of leaving the Brooklyn Nets.
Has Kyrie Irving decided his future with the Nets?
Following the loss against the Celtics, Irving was asked about his time with the team. The 2016 NBA Champion was sure of one answer: he is here to stay with Kevin Durant.
The two friends joined the Nets together in 2019, and have worked to play together through all difficulties. Durant missed his first season altogether due to his Achilles tear, while the roster underwent major changes later on. This time, despite a blowout elimination, Irving seems to maintain determination.
Apr 17, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) stares down Boston Celtics fans heckling from the stands before the start of the first round against the Boston Celtics for the 2022 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
“When I say I’m here with Kev, I think that it really entails us managing this franchise together alongside Joe and Sean and just our group of family members that we have in our organization,” Irving said.
As per the 30-year-old, it is not just about him and Durant anymore. More people are involved and need to be taken into account. Irving even spoke about the Nets making the correct offseason moves, devoid of any influence from the outside. “Sometimes I feel like the noise on the external world or outside noise can seep in, and, you know, I’m not the type of person to allow that to happen”.
How did fans react?
As a fan of the game, I honestly hope that they’ll come back to be healthier, much better equipped, and have more competitive edge. Sweeping series aren’t fun to watch.
— ThinkMoreThanDo (@more_doing) April 26, 2022
he said that for Cleveland and Boston LMAOO
— Lakers in… (@onlytaron) April 26, 2022
While some fans expect a proper return for the Nets, many compared the situation to the Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers. As per fans, Irving had also promised not to leave the Cavaliers and the Celtics. Eventually, Irving ended up in Brooklyn.
At the end of the day, Irving has stated that he does not plan on going anywhere. He even mentioned his extension, reiterating what he spoke otherwise. Unfortunately, no move in the NBA can be predicted completely. Players can leave on short notice, or go on to spend years with the same team.
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