In an unexpected turn of events, Kyrie Irving has ended up missing most of the 2021-22 season. Playing a few games at home, the Nets struggled to put up the show many thought they would. Ultimately, James Harden ended up leaving the Nets for the Philadelphia 76ers.
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While the Nets now have Ben Simmons on their roster, Irving’s situation has seen no change. As per reports, Harden’s trade could have been a direct result of the Nets’ current situation.
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Fans seem to agree, wondering how Simmons will help if Irving himself continues to miss games.
Sean Marks says "Kyrie is frustrated that he's not able to be there" for both home and road games.
— Matt Brooks (@MattBrooksNBA) February 11, 2022
Fans get upset over recent Kyrie Irving news
According to recent reports, Irving has found himself frustrated for not being able to be there for home or away games. By the looks of it, the update has fans unimpressed. The season has been going on for months, and Irving’s absence seems to have cost the Nets enough.
Not only were fans upset, but they also seemed tired and frustrated from their end.
Do not want to hear this bullshit https://t.co/yEfuoshLor
— Jake Rosenberg (@JakeRosenberg44) February 11, 2022
The nets improved. Kyrie will be back full time for the playoffs. Let him live.
— Dylan Ciorra (@DC63044) February 11, 2022
Yeh take the vaccine
— HᴀʀᴅᴇɴHᴏᴜʀs¹³ (@13HardenSZN) February 11, 2022
I don't know… they did lose a superstar getting that superstar so it remains to see if it's a net positive or not
— Calvin Smith (@calvin_g_smith) February 11, 2022
Frustrated on something he has control over??? This shit gets funnier by the day lol https://t.co/3cSs5dJt5p
— Ricky Helena (@tharickyh15) February 11, 2022
Then take the shot then it's not like he's been handed an ultimatum https://t.co/fAo2H3LXcL
— kenta froyo🍨👑(35-21) (@swipakenta) February 11, 2022
so get vaccinated then https://t.co/kzs583QvJf
— pilotAero 🚩 (@AerotheDJ) February 11, 2022
@KyrieIrving right now pic.twitter.com/tHvRhKnsOw
— Eric 💎✋ (@ehern87) February 12, 2022
Many refused to look at or consider the news. “Do not want to hear this bulls***,” wrote one fan, clearly done with news about what Irving had to say. Though the Simmons-Harden trade might have been fruitful for the time, it would be no use without Irving actually playing on the floor.
Do fans believe Irving’s update?
“I’m honestly sick of talking about this issue and this dude,” wrote another user. “He’s obviously not frustrated enough to do anything about it”.
To many fans, the solution was simple, and Irving was simply frustrated over a situation he had control over.
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Of course, some fans chose to defend Irving and his decisions. According to some users, the 29-year-old should not give up his will to play for the team. Certain people even brought up the Harden trade, stating that only time can tell if it was the right move for both teams.
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Having said that, the Nets are currently placed eighth in the Eastern Conference with a 29-26 win-loss record.
What do you think of Irving’s frustration? Let us know.