?He?s Robin? Not Batman?: After Leaving LeBron James Stranded, Kyrie Irving Was Blasted by Now Colorado Coach Deion Sanders in 2017

In 2016, LeBron James gave the city of Cleveland the joy of the elusive NBA championship. King James’ contribution to his home city during his second homecoming is undeniable. However, the presence of Kyrie Irving is pivotal to that historical game 7 win against the Warriors. The Dubs were the defending champions with the most successful regular season ever winning 73 games. Even in the finals, they initially were up 3-1 against Cleveland. Meanwhile, what unfolded next would become the most legendary comeback in NBA history.

The following season, Kyrie left Cleveland for Boston. Leaving LeBron without a prospect. Recently, a resurfaced video of NFL legend, Coach Deion Sanders shows him commenting on that situation. And, the analogies seem extremely interesting to note. Although it can’t be said for sure if his anecdotes were on point.

Deion Sanders Salms Kyrie Irving For Deserting LeBron James

The highlight clip is from First Take with Stephen A. Smith and Max Kellerman. Deion Sanders arrives at his argument quite early in the clip. While Max Kellerman supports Deion’s point of view, Stephen A. has a different opinion. Stephen A. begins by asking the NFL coach how he feels about Kyrie leaving. “I’m upset,” Sanders reiterates as he goes on to explain why. In addition, he says that Kyrie has “misconstrued” what the King (LeBron James) brings to the table. He also reaffirmed the fact that going to back-to-back finales isn’t normal. ” This ain’t normalcy,” says Sanders animatedly.?Meanwhile, also cites instances from the history of the league.

?Have you lost your mind? This ain?t normal. The only thing normal about this is the King, alright? I have never seen a dog leave to go elsewhere. (John) Stockton didn?t leave Karl Malone, Magic (Johnson) didn?t leave Kareem (Abdul-Jabbar). The reason?he has to understand, you?re Robin, not Batman,??says Deion Sanders. Unwilling to give Kyrie Irving the benefit of the doubt.?

How Have LeBron and Kyrie’s Career Diverged Since?

King James left for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. Clenching his fourth NBA title and final MVP with Anthony Davis in 2020. James is still a Laker and has also broken the all-time scoring record held by fellow Laker Kareem Abdul Jabbar. The upcoming season will be his 21st in the NBA.

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Kyrie Irving went from the Boston Celtics to the Brooklyn Nets in 2019, where he joined Kevin Durant in 2019. Until last season when he was traded to the Dallas Mavericks to support Luka Doncic. Although both have had significant changes in their life and career, Kyrie seems away from title contention since. The new season brings hope for Irving and for King James’ fifth title.

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