The Dallas Mavericks faced plenty of criticism across the NBA ecosphere when they traded for Kyrie Irving last year. The move came as a shocker to the fans and analysts alike. They received further backlash this offseason when they re-signed him. Kyrie and the Mavs agreed to a three-year deal worth $126 million, with the last year being a player option. Due to the sudden downfall of their season run, fans hint at dissatisfaction with the acquisition. However, Kyrie and Luka Doncic have only played 16 games together. This season, the duo has the opportunity to start fresh, with plenty of time to synergize and work their magic on the court. 

From his flat earth theory to being banished from home games with Brooklyn Nets to the 5-game suspension for sharing an antisemitic film, Uncle Drew’s name has revolved a lot around controversies. Despite being one of a kind player, his conduct has added to a lot of negative remarks from the fans. 

Mark Cuban clarifies his take on Kyrie Irving

Being the Dallas Mavericks’ famous owner, Mark Cuban was put on the spot regarding his decision with Irving. He believes Irving’s tenure in Dallas will be much different from what transpired with his last two stops with the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics. During an interview on SiriusXM NBA Radio at the 2023 NBA Summer League, Cuban said this while talking with Frank Isola and Justin Termine: “I think Kyrie is just misunderstood. Everybody sees all the noise and everything around it. But when you actually talk to him. I like him! He’s open, he’s smart. He’s always looking to learn new things. To me, he’s an interesting guy who’s just misunderstood.”

Mark Cuban also said that Mavericks players already love Kyrie and his presence.

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After Kyrie Irving‘s arrival, the Dallas Mavericks went 8-17. 19 out of the 24 games came to the clutch time. Before the trade, Mavs had a record-tying 20-14 in clutch time, but it dropped to 5-14 after Irving joined.

Kyrie Irving posts a befitting song on Twitter

In a world of NBA ironies, the recent addition goes to Irving. Weeks after Mark Cuban sided with Kyrie the enigmatic 8x All-Star set social media ablaze by posting a link to Lil Wayne’s extended instrumental of “Misunderstood. The post was titled “Go off! Hélà”

The song is a rendition of the 1964 classic “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” by Santa Esmeralda.

The song revolves around the universal experience of feeling misunderstood. Relating to how most people, from time to time, encounter situations where others misinterpret their words and actions. It highlights how poorly expressed emotions can sometimes hinder others from perceiving our good intentions.

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Of all the players, Kyrie has constantly found himself on the bitter side of the song, with his years of presence in controversies. Do you think Kyrie will be able to find success with the Mavericks?