It seems like the Kyrie Irving trade saga has been going on for weeks now. As soon as reports came out about the Brooklyn Nets star’s desire to leave, rumors have been circulating as to where he will end up. Reports initially stated that there were 6 teams in contention to go after Irving. Now, at least 3 teams have pulled out of the race for the polarizing superstar.
Fans have understandably grown tired of the whole saga as Kyrie gets linked with one team after another. While Kyrie can still improve teams with his mesmerizing basketball skills, the baggage that comes with such a controversial player is a lot to take. He has repeatedly proved to be a burden on the franchises.
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That’s probably the reason why most of the teams seem hesitant to acquire the 7-time All-Star. Among potential suitors, the Los Angeles Lakers look like the team with the most interest in the star point guard.
Pairing him up with LeBron James and Anthony Davis will certainly provide numerous exhilarating moments.
Fans are fed up with the Kyrie Irving saga
It is easy to understand the fans’ feelings about the whole situation. Irving seems determined to leave the Brooklyn Nets 3 years after joining them with his friend Kevin Durant. What started out as a chance for both of them to showcase who they really are and establish themselves among the all-time greats, has come down to both of them wanting to leave.
While Durant has carried the burden more often than not, Kyrie has missed too many games to have any impact. The dynamic duo has played only 44 games together in 3 years. That number is enough to show the disappointment the Nets fans must be feeling.
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Irving is still a great player who can instantly make any team a contender. The issue lies with his off-court antics. His refusal to get vaccinated led to him missing a lot of regular-season games. The Boston Celtics swept the Nets in the first round of the playoffs to pile on the misery.
Fans have given their opinion in full voice as the saga keeps rolling.
Just leave or stay man.
At least @AaronRodgers12 drama was exciting. https://t.co/BzzjulkuRz pic.twitter.com/52BA6MhoLJ
— Mike The Packers Owner (@MikeTheHump_) June 25, 2022
genuinely curious as to why Lakers want him so bad. especially the way he’s been acting up. hes the Antonio Brown of the NBA
— cesar (@ohhstuss) June 25, 2022
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https://twitter.com/bengaltothemoon/status/1540509003666653186?s=20&t=97Mpk8NW9CTydzHphwGpiQ
itm akes a lot of sense. Kyrie since Cleveland has made every team he's been to worse, be it with on the court, and off the court issues he creates. The Lakers are so desperate because they have no other choice, and I do think Lebron will cool Kyrie down a little bit.
— Wigs (@WigsGaming) June 25, 2022
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https://twitter.com/Dame_Time1023/status/1540511009038667776?s=20&t=97Mpk8NW9CTydzHphwGpiQ
It seems the best outcome for everyone involved will be to see Kyrie Irving leave Brooklyn. What are your thoughts on the never-ending saga? Let us know in the comments.